My honoree is my wife Alexis Tatjes Bravard. She is my rock, my reason and my drive, and her continued drive is an inspiration to me and everyone she she surrounds. We received the news of a mass in her brain September of last year and it has since rocked our world and shaken me personally beyond my core . Even so in the time that has passed I’ve seen her fight, persevere and be a source of strength for not just myself but all of her family and friends. She deserves the world, every day even when it is tough she takes it on and continues to shine. Alexis is the best gift to this world with the love and joy she gives to everyone she interacts with. I love you so much, thank you for all the joy, smiles, laughs, hugs, and every moment we spend together