Doug Kramer pens emotional post on Kendra’s 15th birthday

Doug Kramer and his daughter Kendra Kramer | Image: Instagram/@dougkramer

Doug Kramer waxed sentimental as he greeted his firstborn, Kendra Kramer, on her 15th birthday.

Doug took to Instagram to share a heartwarming video compilation of him and Kendra, from the time she was a baby wearing a little Santa suit, to what is now a fine young lady.

“I’m not crying, you’re crying! [crying emojis],” Doug began on his caption. “Happy 15th birthday to my not-so-little anymore, Kendra.”

The basketball player underscored that it is a “bittersweet” feeling to witness their children’s growing up, and parents should take it as a reminder to appreciate every little moment.

“Whenever any of our kids celebrate their birthdays, it really is so bittersweet. Every moment in the video seemed like it was just yesterday. But reality is, our kids grow up so fast, and it teaches us parents to seize every moment with them,” he remarked.

“To listen intently when they talk to us, to check on them every single day and simply ask how your day went, to look them straight in the eyes when conversing, to show how they’re the most important,” he added.

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Doug affirmed that Kendra is loved by everyone around her, given her pleasing qualities.

“A girl so pure, charming, intellectual, and so studious, funny, God-fearing, hardworking, respectful, and loved by all that encounter her. Here’s to a very special birthday greeting to my baby girl forever, my Kennykins! Papa loves you so much!” he concluded.

Meanwhile, Kendra shared on her Instagram some snaps from her birthday photoshoot, donning a classic white tank top, denim jeans, and a jacket, showcasing her simple beauty, along with a reflective video of her teenage years.

“This is me, celebrating 15 wonderful years! Grateful, feeling blessed, and excited for more adventures! Thank you, Lord, for another year!” she wrote.

Kendra is the eldest daughter of Doug and Cheska Kramer. The celebrity couple also shares one son, Gavin, and another daughter, Scarlett.