Let me Count the Ways!

Last week we celebrated Robbie's 40th birthday! He is always telling me that loves me and, of course, I always reply the same. But, he is rarely satisfied with a simply "I Love You", but always wants to know,"Why? Why do you love me?" So, in honor of his 40th birthday, here is my list of 40 reasons why I love my precious gift, my wonderful husband!

Oh, how I love you! Let me count the ways!

1. I LOVE YOU because YOU are MY perfect Gift from God above.

2. I LOVE YOU because YOU serve HIM according to His calling in your life.

3. I LOVE YOU because YOU love your family by serving us daily.

4. I LOVE YOU because YOU seek first HIS kingdom and glory, not your own.

5. I LOVE YOU because YOU join me in many crazy adventures!

6. I LOVE YOU because YOU are a STRONG man of many uncommon convictions and you STAND FIRM on them.

7. I LOVE YOU because YOU teach our children how to love like Christ does.

8. I LOVE YOU because YOU love me so completely!

9. I LOVE YOU because YOU make me smile like no one else can!

10. I LOVE YOU because YOU are a hard worker.

11. I LOVE YOU because YOU always make me feel beautiful.

12. I LOVE YOU because YOU are a man of peace and not quarrelsome.

13. I LOVE YOU because YOU spoil me rotten!

14. I LOVE YOU because YOU encourage me.

15. I LOVE YOU because YOU consider others better than your self.

16. I LOVE YOU because YOU do not store up treasures here on earth

17. I LOVE YOU because YOU are not caught up in worldly addictions.

18. I LOVE YOU because YOU are always quick to say "I'm sorry" even when it's not your fault.

19.I LOVE YOU because YOU are BOLD and COURAGEOUS!

20. I LOVE YOU for cleaning up after me

21. and I LOVE YOU for changing diapers, even cloth ones!

22. I LOVE YOU for all the dinners you have cooked for us so willingly!

23. I LOVE YOU for your have crazy ideas that always lead to a fun way for us to spend time together!

24. I LOVE YOU because your family is your biggest hobby!

25. I LOVE YOU because you protect me and our family

26. I LOVE YOU because you are wise, much wiser than I am!

27. I LOVE YOU for the gentle way you share that wisdom with so many!

28. I LOVE YOU for your quick wit!

29. I LOVE YOU because you are an do every thing you can to make my life easier!

30. I LOVE YOU because you are a natural giver!

31. I LOVE YOU because you share my love and passion for children!

32. I LOVE YOU because you desire and seek godly accountability

33. I LOVE YOU because you are a true gentleman!

34. I LOVE YOU because you admit your weaknesses.

35. I LOVE YOU because you make me feel safe!

36. I LOVE YOU because you you always seem to sense my needs.

37. I LOVE YOU because you do not harbor bitterness or keep records of wrong

38. I LOVE YOU because you show love to your would be enemies like I have never seen anyone do before.

39. I LOVE YOU because you are my hero, my knight who saved me when I wasn't looking!

40. I LOVE YOU because YOU are my very best friend!! The best I could ever want!