40 Reasons

To my husband who hit 40 this week, 40 reasons I am madly in love with you:

1.       You are a committed and loving Dad

2.       You are truly a role model for our boys

3.       You love your Mom (someone told me to always look for that in a man!)

4.       You adore your Dad – always have, always will

5.       You are a man who will do anything for his family

6.       You still know all the names of everyone you went to Kindergarten with

7.       You dare to dream

8.       Your rules are consistent

9.       Your values are admirable

10.   You are a man of integrity

11.   You believe in romance

12.   You look good in biking shorts

13.   You are fun to be around

14.   You take responsibility for your decisions

15.   You dance like we’re teenagers

16.   You sing with abandon

17.   You treat everyone with respect

18.   You are stubborn and determined

19.   You embrace a new adventure

20.   You do not assume you know more

21.   You are willing to learn

22.   You demand more from yourself

23.   You are not afraid to be silly

24.   You take the time to explain why (multiplied by four!)

25.   When you smile your eyes light up

26.   You treasure your friends

27.   You are intelligent but not arrogant

28.   You are encouraging and believe everyone has something to offer

29.   You listen to understand

30.   You are humble but know your own worth

31.   You question the status quo

32.   You hold my hand while we sleep

33.   You are willing to fight for what is right

34.   Even when you’re angry, you’re not scary

35.   You are firm and fair

36.   You hate to disappoint

37.   You love to travel and try new things

38.   You clean up goooood!

39.   You are not opposed to eating ice-cream on the couch together

40.   You are thoughtful and kind everyday

I love you in more ways than I can tell you!  Thank you for being my husband, my partner in crime, my lover, and my best friend!