My oldest brother and wisest of the group, Chris has always been there to lead by example, lend advice, and when necessary help avoid trouble.  It is safe to say that without him in my life, I would not have turned out the way that I did.  He always set the bar high in academics, athletics and his professional life providing an impressive example of how to make it in this world.  Much more than that, despite our many feuds as young teens, we have developed into close friends the likes of which I owe some of my fondest memories.  We share the definition of brotherly love as he is not shy to let me know when I have stepped out of line or offer advice on times when he made the same mistake.  I cannot say enough about the contributions he has made in my life, but its safe to say one could not ask for a better older brother.