Happy 30th Birthday to my husband and hero.  Four years ago, no one could have told us this is where we would be, but it has been a beautiful struggle to get here.  We have accomplished so much and taken many steps toward our dreams! Today is your birthday but this year will be about making every moment count and memories that will last a life time.  Here is my ode to you.

I love him because:

1. He is always honest.
2. He reminds me to fulfill my promises.
3. He always says I love you.
4. He sends me sweet text through the day to remind me he is thinking of me.
5. He works hard for our family.
6. He seizes opportunities to advance his career.
7. He never forgets a holiday or important moment. (I do…often. Too often.)
8. He lets me put my cold feet on him.
9. He eats all of my cooking, even when it’s not that great.
10. He brings home my favorite things to surprise me. (Currently Talenti ice cream).
11. He has taken my suggestions on improving his style and made it his own.
12. He encourages me to fulfill my dreams.
13. He never backs down when he thinks he is right.
14. He will eventually admit to me that I was right.
15. He defers to me on many issues that I feel passionately about.
16. He is adventurous.
17. He loves great food and explores many different cultural experiences.
18. He loves his family.
19. He has an amazing set of friends who have welcomed me with open arms and hearts.
20. He will stay up late to put the clothes in the dryer.
21. He makes me laugh, smile and cry tears of joy.
22. He is passionate about his craft and does it well.
23. He has given me the world.
24. Simple things make him happy.
25. He loves his namesake.
26. He supports all of my crazy ideas.
27. He prays with me and for me.
28. We laugh at many of the same things…inside jokes for days.
29. He tells me I am beautiful often.
30. He chose me to be his life partner.

HAPPY 30th Birthday! This list could go on for days because you are all of this and much more.