The Woman of My Life

My Woman Melissa - can everyone see why I am so much in love with her? Isn't she just beautiful? Can you tell how wonderful she is? She has once again traveled through the shadow of death for me and for our family in order to this time bring a son into our lives. She triumphed through the rigors of pregnancy and then was a champion in the delivery room. Even the nurses were impressed with her courage and resolve. And ever since this little man has come into our lives, I have been impressed yet again at what a great mother she has been to not only this little guy but to our other two girls. A mother of three!!! Anyone will tell you that this is not for the faint-hearted. But she is doing it, and is doing it well. I love you my darling. I am proud of you. I look up to you. I want to be more like you. Being Valentine's Day and in accordance with the tradition set early on in our relationship, I wanted to list 10 things that I love about you:

1. Your looks of course - I can't help falling in love with you every time I look at you. I just can't wait for six weeks to be up...

2. Your sense of humor - we have relied a lot on humor lately to ease the stress of little sleep.

3. Your intelligence - I can discuss any topic under the moon with you and you will not only seem interested, but you will exhibit great understanding as well.

4. Your love for me - it is your love that gives me energy, life, and motivation each day of my life. Your love is the greatest gift to me in this life.

5. Your love for your kids - if I didn't know how much you loved me, I would be jealous of how much you adore your children. You are truly self-sacrificing and totally unselfish when it comes to your children.

6. Your love for the Savior - this isn't something to brag about, but your dedication to the Savior and His gospel has and continues to provide an unshaken foundation in our lives.

7. Your kindness - Katie helped remind me of this one. You have such a great capacity to treat everyone with kindness and respect. I know of many people who have benefited and appreciated from this kindness.

8. Your optimism - I have seen you triumph over the most distressing days with a smile and an infectious positive attitude. You have helped me be more positive as a result.

9. Your work ethic - I have been impressed from day one as to how hard you work. You have driven my work ethic to new heights in an effort to keep up with you.

10. You are beautiful - I know I already mentioned your looks, but I just can't get enough of you. But lucky for me, you are beautiful both on the outside and on the inside. I feel like I have the whole package when it comes to you.