Today Bryan is 30!!!

Happy 30th Birthday to an amazing husband and father! I can't believe that we have known each other for half our lives now!  Thanks for making my life and many others so fun, happy and exciting! Here are "30" friends and family that wanted to say something to you on this special day:

1. "We don't know anyone else who can take duct tape and a couple of wire hangers, and transform them into a killer great white shark. Bryan has always graciously lent his creative genius to the Lattin fam. But more importantly, he's a great friend to each of us. We all love to hang out with him. Bryan has the unique gift and ability to relate to, love, and be loved by literally everyone." -John Lattin (Bishop, neighbor and friend)

2.         " Ode To Bryan

           I have a brother..
         from another mother.
    He took me surfing in the sea,
Bryan's the type of guy I want to be.
 
Wish we could celebrate with you!
  Have a great Birthday!" - Paul Jackson (brother in law)

3. "I remember growing up and thinking how lucky I was to have Bryan as MY older brother. He was the best! He was always so sweet to all of us kids, and really watched out for us. I rarely remember a fight with Bryan. How many sisters can say that? I remember a couple of times (Bryan probably doesn't remember this at all) when I felt sad or whatever, and Bryan pulled me aside to talk, and had me laughing within minutes. That is so classic Bryan - he can take something down and turn it around faster than anyone! Love you Bry! Happy Bday!" -Kristyn Jackson (sister)

4."From road trips to San Francisco to Raiders Games in the Black Hole, to limo rides to Clippers Playoff games, or front row parking at USC games, we've had lots of good times.  Whether its candle light dinners on the greens at Dove Canyon with our ladies, exclusive dirt bike riding at Velano, or giant snowmen in Big Bear, you always do it up big!  Happy Birthday Bro!" -Wade Decker (friend)

5."Thaction [thak-shuhn] noun 1 : a humorous, artistic, GQ endorsed brother-in-law 2 : most likable individual" - Andrew Garlock (brother in law)

6.-"It has become quite convinient that i have lost weight over the years and he has gained it so we are almost the same clothing size." - Eric (brother)

7."I have one word "Pound!" This memory is from many years ago. When Bryan was addicted to pounding everyone.  To the point that it got old.  I will always smile when I think of this.  Happy Birthday Bryan.  Have a great day" - Maeve (friend)

8."I will never forget the 2nd day in our new neighborhood in Arizona, when you made a sign that read "friend wanted,  4 years old, boy or girl", taped it to your big wheels and then got a horn and rode the big wheels up and down the street honking the horn trying to get the attention of a "friend".  That's when we knew what a "people" person you were!  You have one of those charming personalities that attracts friends wherever you go, and everyone wants to be around you, including us! Happy birthday Bryan!  I love you!" -Glenna (Mom)

9."I always felt Bryan was a 909er at heart, and that's why I like him so much.  B, I wish I would've met you years ago, and we could've thrashed the streets of Chino Hills together on our skateboards.  Also, I have to thank you for introducing me to Tuesday tacos for a dollar at El Torito during our poor college/carpooling days to Long Beach.  Happy Birthday Thacker!" - Tom Jessop (friend)

10."The first Thursday home from my mission Dave Hennings took me to Bunko Night at the MV institute. Since I was still struggling with English and pretty shell shocked and thus very quiet...Dave decided to introduce me to everyone as is his inactive brother without me really knowing. All of sudden I had a new best friend....Bryan! Never felt so fellow shipped in my life!!! I think Bryan was maybe a little bummed when he put two and two together, but I figured that a guy with that much commitment to his priesthood responsibility and a willingness to be that cool to a perfect stranger had to be worth checking out. I could write pages about the good times we've had since.

Or there's also the time he came to pick me up to surf at 5 in the morning in the old white Jeep....with Britney Spears blasting so loud it woke up all my neighbors." -Joey Jorgensen (friend)

11."Happy birthday Bryan  You have more talents than anyone I have ever met!!  You are a great artist, (and we have some great art pieces in our house to prove it), a great and creative cook, a piano player (by ear), and so many more wonderful talents.  Thanks Bryan for letting me part of your life and not be embarrassed as we went through cubs, boy scouts and explorers together.  You are the best, and I love you!" -Ted (Dad)

12."Bry is the most metro man I know...and he surfs too.  Please get a new

pair of clippers:)" -Brad Barber (friend)

13."one of my favorite things about bryan and believe me there are many...are bryans stories.  remember the, "its not my fault" story? he is the best story teller.  we love you bry." - Katie Nichol (sister in law)

14."When it comes to work Bryan is the go to guy.  The Ice Man of LifeStyle. (Top Gun)" - Anthony Ridd (Boss and friend)

15."bryan, happy 30th!  i hope your triathalons only get better and that you maintain your speedo ready body over the next 30 years.  love you" -Tanner Nichol (brother in law)

16."So what is new with fashion?" - Micah Denison (friend)

17. "Bryan is ALWAYS ready to have fun!" - Dana (father in law)

18."welcome to the club b-dog, the big 30!  you are so great & one of the funniest guys i have ever met, you carry a room wherever you go and everybody loves you!  and, i still think you are a wonderful dad even if you did leave berk in the car at the beach, oops.  p.s. and, after all these years you have got the "spp-u-d-s"!!!!! telephone greet down!!!  SPUDS!" - Amanda Ridd (friend)

19. "Bryan was my favorite Young Men's leader.  He was so fun and understood all of us guys.  I will never forget our trip to Half Dome in Yosemite and Bryan's talks and songs on the car ride up." - Seth Chatterly (One of Bryan's old Young Men)

20. "Bryan is the kind of neighbor everyone needs.  He is truly the nicest, most positive and uplifting person.  Not only do all the adults like to be around him but the kids too.  He draws everyone in." - Polucha Family (neighbors)

21. "With out sounding too gay, I think Bryan is getting more handsome with age.  I appreciate his sensitive nature... kind of like a baby fawn but that can talk and give you a hug.  And he always dresses really nice.  Way nicer than me.  And I'm jealous.  Actually maybe I don't like him so much now." -Marc Hemeon (friend and neighbor)

22. "Hi Dada" - Berkley (daughter)

23. "I like when my Daddy throws me up in the air.  I also like to hammer with Daddy but he doesn't let me do it with him... it's not very nice. But I love him still." - Haven (daughter)

24. "Bryan, I've known you for 1/2 of your life.  You are a wonderful son, husband and father.  I Love you." - Beth (mother in law)

25."Hey Buddycups ~ You're old!

Welcome to the other side of the hill. Who knew so long ago that our kids would be learning the art of sassiness together? We love your willingness to get down and dirty to play with the kids. Cate loves that you dig her a big hole at the beach, and I'm sure one day Mack will love that you will take him out on a surfboard. Hopefully you get a ride on the magic chair today! You deserve it!" -The Tuckers (friends)

26."Inkosi Ibe Nani Sihlankani Futhi.  Sweet Nom Kata Kata.  30 was the best year of my life, and 31 is even better.  Happy Birthday Chana." -Taylor Prince (missionary companion)

27."Hey Bryan,

Do you want to go play golf at Santa Ana CC? We can bring Scottie D.

Happy 30th buddy. Hopefully we can see you in the next 12 months??" - Tom Bottiaux (friend and member of Bryan's former golf course)

28. "You are thirty two years away from being social security eligible so enjoy the journey. You bring joy to the world and are a pleasure to be around.  Keep smiling because gravity will take over soon." -Ricky D. Garnder (Boss and friend)

29. "Bryan... I will never forget the time in Hawaii when you made us play 9 holes of barefoot golf.  We almost got kicked off the course until one of the members threw some money around.  Those Hawaii trips were sure fun with you around." -Scott Wilson (friend and former co-worker)

30. "My favorite memory with Bryan was going to Yosemite with the scouts.  After hiking half dome, we turned the kids loose for a few hours and Bryan and I rented bikes and putzed around the valley.  We saw bears, pretty meadows, and just had a good time discussing the meaning of life.  We later learned that turning 10 teenagers loose alone in Yosemite might not have been the most responsible thing to do, but a good time was still had by all.  The whole weekend, we kept thinking, "When are the adults going to show up?"  Happy Birthday Bryan." - Dave Bourne (friend)