My Loves

As Valentine's Day is quickly approaching, I thought I would take a minute to write a little love note to each of my loves. Time seems to fly by...I get caught up in the tasks and responsibilities of the day. I've found that all too often I haven't taken the time to tell my loves how much I love them. So, bear with me, here comes the sap!

First and Foremost..My dear husband: I love you more than I ever dreamed imaginable. We were so young when we got married and I can remember thinking I was so in love. Not that I wasn't, but I really had no idea what love meant. Now..I can say with full understanding that I love you. You have transformed before my eyes into this amazing man who can balance it all with dignity and faith. You put every last ounce of your being into this family and our marriage. Your efforts do not go unnoticed..you are making an impression on each of us every day. Thank you for the leadership, faithfulness and fun you bring to my life!

Sami: Oh my dramatic girl! When did you become a "girl", what happened to that baby? You are full of imagination, enthusiasm and kindness. Yesterday you had your first tea party with a friend. I loved watching you get everything ready and seeing the care you put into each detail. You spent so much time making it perfect not for you but for your guest...I love that about you. Your smile is contagious (as is the silly laugh you seem to have gotten from me-sorry!) and you find joy in the small things. Each day you amaze me and I am so lucky to be your mom!

Matthew: You are my wild child and I love everything about that. I love how you take life by the horns with no fear...ready to experience anything and everything. You are adventurous and full of spontaneity which both exhaust me! You are the strongest person I have known and have endured more than I would ever wish you to, but you have done it with a smile on your face that reassured me everything would be OK. Yes...I wish you wouldn't spray the TV with carpet cleaner or pour your milk on top of your dinner or cover your train with powder so it could be snow. But I must say - you always keep life interesting and I love you for that!