My husband never ceases to amaze me...

I'm not a "flowers and candy" kind of girl, but would gladly accept them if given to me. We don't needlessly shower each other with expensive gifts and treats--even on birthdays and other holidays. We acknowledge milestone events with a little more celebration, like our 10-year anniversary and our 30th birthdays (I know, I know, we don't possibly look like we're in our 30s, do we? =) We don't feel like it, anyway.).

To us, we feel like you should celebrate and honor each other all year round. I much prefer that to just getting a dozen roses and a box of candy on Valentine's Day every year. That kind of gift takes very little thought or sacrifice. It's the everyday attentiveness to one another's needs (without even having to ask) that takes thought, love, time and sacrifice. That kind of gift shows you really care.

Monday morning as I ambled down the stairs in my usual half-awake fashion, my eyes popped open when the distinct smell of cleaner filled my nose. When I came into the kitchen, it was sparkling! Jason had white-gloved the stove-top, counters and sink and had swept the floor. Wow! I was thrilled! This morning when I came down, I found him in the living room folding a basket (or two) of laundry! He's wonderful!

There is no greener pasture in my perspective. Jason is the absolute best husband for me. It can never be said too often, and I'm sure I don't say it often enough. Thank you, honey, for giving me such great gifts all the time. I don't deserve you, but I do love and appreciate you! =)