Look who is turning 50 this year. I have spent more than half of my life with this man. There are many things that I appreciate about Mike and I thought I would share few of them.
First, he is a man with a great mind. He has a great understanding of the scriptures and knows how to help others (mainly me and our children) learn. He is a great teacher, but also a great learner. I love our many discussions we have had over the years regarding religion, philosophy, history, psychology, language, and many other things. I love talking to him about the books I read. He always brings new and interesting things to my attention. We don't always agree on things, but that is the beauty of having discussions and we welcome our differences.
Second, he is the perfect father to our children. He is definitely the "good cop" in our parenting relationship. He makes up for my lack of patience. He is the one who blasts music and dances with the girls when I am out. Our children love talking with him, playing games with him, watching movies with him and cooking with him.
Third and most importantly, he is my number one fan. I know I can count on him to be there for me, take my side when sides need to be taken, and support me on my decisions even when he doesn't agree with them. I appreciate him for letting me go to school to earn my degree, which costs a lot of money and time. I appreciate him for providing for our family so I can stay home with our girls. I appreciate him for building the bird houses, garden beds, chicken coops (we have two) and other crazy things. I appreciate him for supporting me in my church callings over the years. He is my editor, walking dictionary, driver, baker, walking companion, and much more.
Happy 50th birthday to Mike.
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