Happy Birthday Baby!  Who would have thought that a car accident would have brought us together?  That was the best thing that ever happened to me.  You were my hero that day and continue to be a hero to me and to our children.


I love this picture of you looking back at me.  I can see the love for me in your sweet eyes.  Thank you for loving me so passionately and with such intensity.  Did I just say that?  You are an intense man, no doubt about it.  I love it though.  I am not sure what you saw in me so many years ago but let me tell you what I saw in you and continue to see in you.....

First and foremost, you are fine!  (Hey, there needs to be chemistry, I don't care what anybody says).  You are by far the most gorgeous man I have laid eyes on.  That thick dark hair, your romanesque nose and chiseled features.  Oh, I could go on and on but I won't because I know how red you must be getting while reading this. 

I was attracted to your adventurous spirit.  I remember learning that you were a scuba diver,  pilot,  boater, motorcycle rider and bomb technician.  Can I just say "sign me up please":  I hit the jackpot! 

One of our first dates was on your Harley.  Oh, what fun.  I loved the many rides on the back of your bike cruising down Pacific Coast Highway.  The scuba diving was awesome too.  Remember our honeymoon?   You introduced me to a whole new world.  I was mesmerized by the beauty of our underwater world.  The flying, oh the flying.  I loved flying with you and learning the ins and outs of piloting airplanes and helicopters.  It's a miracle we made it through the boating.  I was such a "ding a ling" when it came to learning all there is to know about boating.  You would not allow me to just sit back and enjoy the ride.  Oh no, I had to learn how to back that trailer down the ramp, drive the boat onto the ramp, etc. etc.  I have to say that I never once was frightened of flying, boating, diving or motorcycle riding with you.  I ALWAYS felt safe with you.

The adventures that we have had all pale in comparison to your heart.  Your lifes mission is to make me happy.  You will do just about anything to make me and the kids happy.  Your selfless attitude and generosity is awe inspiring to me. 

I remember the anguish you felt about starting a family.  It was a tough decision but once again you knew how important having children was to me and you underwent years of infertility procedures right along with me. 

Once you found out you were going to be a Father you "kicked it into high gear" and have taken this "parenting gig" very seriously.  You have grown so much as a Father and human being.  Max and Sophie truly bring out the best in you. 

Today I celebrate the love of my life.  My life and my breath.  You are an amazing man and I appreciate all that you do for me and our family.  There are not enough pages to profess my love for you and all that you have done to enrich my life.  I love you!