10 years

10 years ago today I was sitting in my cube at work when I checked my personal e-mail and saw I had a "request to communicate" email from eHarmony. I looked at the profile of the man on the other side of the computer and answered that request. After going through several other stages of communication on the website before we moved into the "open communication" on the site, we   exchanged messenger user names and started talking online that evening. Before the night was over, I gave him my phone number. I waited, and waited and finally after midnight that night, he called. We talked for hours and every day since.

When we met in person in May I knew he was special, but I would never have imagined that a month later we would exchange "I love you's," and only 4 months later we would be engaged. I know people thought we were crazy to get engaged so quick, but we both knew immediately we were meant to be together.

Our very first picture together

Engaged

Married

Our family

And now 10 years later we have created a beautiful life and family together. I cannot imagine doing life with anyone but Michael. He is best thing that has ever happened to me. There is nothing like knowing that you have someone who will always have your back, stand by you and love you for you. No matter what things we have or will face as long as I have you, I know we can make it through. Thanks for choosing me my love and making our first 10 years together the best years of my life I can't wait for the next 10 and the 10 after that and so on...forever, ever. I love you.

Happy Birthday Michael!

Today is one of my favorite days of the year. It's the day I get to celebrate my favorite person in the whole world, my husband, my best friend, my everything. I hope that I can make you feel as special today on your birthday (and every day) as you have made me feel since the day we met. You are such a good Daddy to Ethan and I can't wait to see you with your baby girl. We love you so much. Happy birthday, my best friend and partner in life! ♥ 

Happy Birthday Michael!

Today is one of my favorite days of the year. It's the day I get to celebrate my favorite person in the whole world, my husband, my best friend, my everything. I hope that I can make you feel as special today on your birthday (and every day) as you have made me feel since the day we met. You are such a good Daddy to Ethan and we love you so much. Happy birthday, my best friend and partner in life! ♥ 

Happy Father's Day!

Wishing a very Happy Father's Day to my husby! Last year on your first Father's Day you were only a Dad for 6 weeks. Watching you grow into your role as a father this past year has made me love you even more. To see Ethan's eyes light up when he sees you is the sweetest thing ever.

Your nightly story time sessions with Ethan are the cutest thing to watch.

You love to take Ethan everywhere so he can experience new places and things.

You and Ethan are just plain buds. He loves playing with you and I know that your bond will just get stronger as the years go by. Not only are you a great Dad but you are a wonderful example of what a man should be for Ethan. I hope he grows up to be a smart, kind, generous, and funny man like his Dad.

We love you, Happy Father's Day Dado!

I also have to wish a very Happy Father's Day to my Dad as well, I love you Dad!

Happy 30th Birthday Michael!

Today my amazing husband Michael turns 30 years old. In honor of this milestone, here are 30 reasons I am absolutely, totally crazy in love with you!

1. You are my best friend.

2. The way you can make me laugh with just a look.

3. You are caring, loving, kind and generous.

4. You are incredibly sexy.

5. You always say "I love you" at every phone call, text, or before you leave.

6. How you always know when I need a hug.

7. Your ability to surprise me.

8. Your calming and laid back vibe.

9. Your appreciation for the simple things.

10. You did everything you could to create our family.

11. You always stand up for what is right.

12. Your beautiful eyelashes that I wish I could cut off and glue on mine!

13. How you grab my hand and hold it when we're driving in the car.

14. You love to cook with me.

15. You will do anything I ask (as long as I ask nicely!)

16. Your ability to get along with everyone.

17. The way we can look at each other and know exactly what the other is thinking.

18. You could care less what anyone thinks.

19. Your work ethic.

20. Your ability to turn things off in your head and be in the moment.

21. You don't take things for granted.

22. You love to try new things.

23. You're always encouraging.

24. How you handle the difficult things I can't.

25. You believe in splurging.

26. You can't go to sleep without a cuddle first.

27. You almost always say "yes".

28. You love to be adventurous and spontaneous. 

29. You are such a great Daddy to Ethan.

30. You are more than I could have ever wished for in a husband.

Celebrating 4 Years of Marriage!

Four years ago, I married my best friend. I'm more in love now than I was then. It's hard to imagine what my life was like before he was in it. It seems like we've been together so much longer than 6 years, and I mean that in the best way possible.

We are best friends, a team, true partners and our ultimate goal is to make each other happy every day. I couldn't ask for a better man to call my husband. Michael is truly the most loving, generous, caring, loyal, and selfless person I know. And now seeing him as a father just melts my heart. I know he will be such a great example for our son to grow up with.

Happy Anniversary, my love. I love you forever, ever.