Monday, August 27, 2007

Ode to my Geoffrey....

today's our THIRTEEN year anniversary.....here's just a few reasons why I love my Geoffrey.
  1. He loves God...and tries to do His will.
  2. He never stops trying to make me laugh.
  3. He's very humble.
  4. He's way handsome.
  5. He'll let the kids wrestle with him, even after working a 24 hour shift.
  6. He's a great kisser.
  7. He's the smartest person I know.
  8. He gets embarassed when people do stupid things on television.
  9. He's not afraid to cry.
  10. He loves to drive our minivan.
  11. He doesn't complain that the air conditioning no longer works in EITHER of his cars.
  12. He's quirky.
  13. He has an awesome vocabulary.
  14. He's not afraid to carry my purse for me in public.
  15. His idea of a great day at work is being able to pray with a patient before they have their surgery.
  16. He's been through his share of hard "stuff"...but isn't bitter or resentful.
  17. He tells me I'm beautiful....even when I look scary.
  18. He realizes what really matters.....and reminds me of that when I lost perspective.
  19. He's respectful.
  20. His favorite job was driving the "short bus".
  21. He painted my toes...and shaved my legs for me while I was pregnant.
  22. He pawned his guitar and amp while we were in highschool to take me to my prom.
  23. I've known him for half my life.
  24. He gets better the longer I know him.
  25. He teaches the kids about God...and forgiveness.
  26. He lets me pick out his clothes, shoes, glasses...etc.
  27. He lets me decorate the house the way I want to...and tells me how great it looks.
  28. He never wants a present for any holidays....always tells me to use the money to "get something for the kids"
  29. He appreciates me and values that I stay home with our three children.
  30. He likes to mow the lawn...and worries if it doesn't look as green as Randy's....and digs up the dandelions compulsively.
  31. He watered my flowers all summer long while I was pregged out...even though they're really not "his thing".
  32. He's a hugger.
  33. He never complains about spending time with my side of the family.
  34. He takes the kids with him if he's running to the store.
  35. He helps out around the house....usually.
  36. He's hilarious.
  37. He loves people.
  38. He's dreamy.
  39. He has little brown spots in his green eyes.
  40. He thinks of others.
  41. He gives great back rubs.
  42. He loves his mom.
  43. He's down to earth.
  44. He has great hands.
  45. He's quick to say "I'm sorry"
  46. He's quick to say "I love you"
  47. He's a great daddy.
  48. He lets me drive the good car...always.
  49. He cares about how I feel.
  50. Happy Anniversary, Honey!

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

You are going to make me cry!!! That was so thoughtful and loving! Happy anniversary! God bless.

Anonymous said...

That was such a sweet, as in "tender" ode. You write very eloquently. Happy Anniversary. Take care.

Laura said...

AWWWWWWWWW. I saw him and Greyson in church on Sunday and ran up to him and said "ooh, can I see the baby!!" It occurred to me at the moment that he probably didn't know who the heck I was. He just swung him 'round and said, "Here he is!" You can tell he's a proud dad.

Christie said...

What a wonderful post. Yeah for you two and 13 years! Congratulations! You painted a much deeper picture then the fun lovin silly Geoff that we know, good to know a little insight.

Ann said...

Seriously, stop making me cry! What a beautiful family you are and we are blessed to know you. Happy anniversary! I am not kidding about the crying I am already weepy from dropping Gracie off at her first day of kindergarten. We love you!

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