Eric James Martin turned 17 years old on January 12th, 1998. His mother created a card for his birthday expressing how proud she is of the man he has become and wishing him success as he explores the world. She encourages him to use the lessons he has learned to help others and to keep being driven, motivated, and persistent in pursuing his goals.

1. HAPPY 17TH BIRTHDAY
ERIC JAMES MARTIN
12th of January, 1998 .50 am our Minnesota baby

3. Man! You’re
getting old!
Yo!
Dude!

4. This is Your Life

5. Hangin’ out
with big
brother Z
Ewe!!
At 15

7. Boy, have you
grown into a
handsome
young man

8. Wherever you
take your life to
You will soar!!

9. I am confident
you will find
yourself
Into and out of any
situation
Enjoying life
Working hard at what
you want in your life

10. I give you wings
to go and explore
the world
I am proud of you my
son!

11. Take from your
past, lesson's
learned
And teach others your
wisdom
Drive
Motivation
Stick to it-ness

12. Mom