Today is my first day to write in my blog...

I went to listen to Mark speak in another ward today and he of course, did an excellent job. He always makes me cry, for one, and two, reminds me of why I am so grateful for him. I often wonder how I was able to snatch up such a great guy and get two great kids, also. Wow! I am blessed!

On our last anniversary, which was the big 21, I wrote down 21 reasons why I loved Mark...

21 Reasons Why I Love You

1. Your thoughtfulness
2. Your patience
3. Your level-headedness
4. You are easy going – don’t let a lot of things rile you up
5. Your tender heart.
6. You have a great sense of humor – you can always make me & others laugh
7. Your humility
8. Sensitive – you are sensitive to others needs and to each situation
9. Unconditional love – you always love me no matter what (I think)
10. Integrity – your high level of integrity is a great example to me and the kids
11. Ingenuity – you are not afraid to try your hand at new things and learn how to do them.
12. Handy-man – this goes along with ingenuity, but I am grateful that you are handy.
13. Intelligent – thank goodness you are smart, so that our kids had a chance at inheriting this trait.
14. Testimony – you know the gospel and believe it whole heartedly.
15. Loyalty – you are loyal to things and people that you believe in.
16. Hard-working – you go the extra mile with everything you do – at work and in your church callings.
17. Supportive – you support me and the kids in all we do – thank you :)
18. Talented – your talents go way beyond this list!
19. Handsome – you are soooo good looking - seriously!
20. Positive attitude – you have the “glass is always half full” outlook
21. Eternal marriage – because I have the pleasure of spending eternity with you!

I am grateful for all that I have!