Gratitude Week Day #2

Today your challenge is to write a thank you letter to someone- not just a thank you for the lovely yellow sweater- a sincere heart felt thank you for making my life worth living letter. So here is mine-

Dear Alma,

Thank you for being the fabulous man you are. I know I am not easy to live with. I know I have high expectations and am ruled by my emotions far too much. I know I lean on you, a lot. Thank you for always being there.

I love how much you love me. You have taught me how to love everyday. I love how you look at me and how your adoration comes shining through your eyes. I hope you feel that way when I look at you.

I love how hard you work for our family, the church, our business, and around our house. Thank you for all the hours- especially the countless hours helping others that goes unnoticed and unrecognized.

I love that we have so much in common. I knew I was lucky on our honeymoon when you happily traipsed through art galleries, museums, and antique stores. I also love that we love different things. You introduced me to Star Trek on our honeymoon- and though I can't say I love it, I love cuddling with you while you watch it.

I love what a good father you are. Seeing you with the boys just takes my breath away.. Better than I ever imagined.

I love how tall you are- tall men are really sexy (hello- rock Hudson). So even though kissing you gives me a crink in the neck- I love it.

The list goes on and on- but mostly thank you for making me laugh, for the kisses, for rescuing our children when I am fed up, for being so obstinate and contrary that even I can't predict what you will say next.

I love you- Polly

As a side note- I am not married to Rock Hudson, John Wayne, or (heaven forbid) Jon Luke Picard- I have something infinitely better.

As a second side note- I wrote this because I just LOVE Andrea and her family but I especially love how open and forward they are about their love for their spouses. I know they get this from their parents ( I vividly remember the Rassmussens making out on my college couch) and I hope a little rubs off on me. I sure would like my kids to never doubt how much Alma and I love each other. So gear up boys- there is a lot of parent kissing in your future- it is for your good, I promise.

As a third side note- Becky how on earth do you kiss that hairy beast who has taken over Nicks body- ugh.