Top 10 (ok 11) Reasons I love my husband

It's been almost four months since my last post, and I haven't forgotten about the intent of why I started this. Finding the time has just been difficult. So, I figured I needed to take a moment over lunch today to just make time. I'm gonna start with the most important event this week, and just backfill when I am able. So, bare with me. Sorry, Mom! The memories are coming!

This week, Joe and I celebrate our eighth wedding anniversary. In reflection, I am one lucky gal. Just to make him blush (when he thought he was safe), here are my Top 10 favorite things about Joe...in no particular order:

1. I love the personal heater that you are. The bed is always 20 degrees warmer with you in it.
2. I love that you know just when I need a hug, aren't afraid to give it to me anywhere, and know just how long to hold on without me saying a word.
3. I love that you live without fear or reservation. You always have a new idea, believe anything is possible, and ALWAYS live in the moment.
4. I love that you never harass me over money or "pretty things" I just can't live without.
5. I love your fun-loving spirit. I haven't met a person yet who doesn't think you are amazing (me included), and I admire you for the lifelong friends you have and treasure.
6. I love that you embrace our kids and their youth...never ashamed to get on the floor and play "puppy" with Kate or "crash trains" with Conor.
7. I love how you support me. No matter how many hours I think I can work, community programs I think I can get involved in, or "me time" I need. You may shake your head, but you do it with a smile.
8. I love how much fun we have when we travel. How you insist on always driving, feel completely comfortable in the silence not always feeling the need to talk (simply enjoying eachother), embrace exploring new things, and always share the airtime with music you know I would enjoy.
9. I love how in all these years, I never feel jealous of your time with others. You have given me more confidence and security than I have ever known. The best relationship to be in is one of trust, laughter, and love.
10. I love that every year on our Anniversary, you write the number of years we have been married in the card, like it's your favorite sports team jersey number.

Ok. Had to add #11. I love that public posts like this don't embarass you at all.

Thanks for making everyday better than the last, and making marriage so easy...so fun.

I love you.