TEN years

Ten years ago when I told you on our wedding day that I adored you, there was a bit of blissful ignorance attached.

Ten years later when I whisper in your ear before we fall asleep that I adore you, there's so much more substance to what I'm saying.

I adore you because you've held me when I cried.
I adore you because we've doubled over with laughter a hundred times together.
I adore you because you've seen me at my worst and still loved me.
I adore you because we've walked through hard time and come out stronger.
I adore you because your servant's heart never ceases to amaze me.
I adore you because you love our Savior even more than you love me.
I adore you because you've looked at me sick and pregnant and told me how beautiful I am.
I adore you because we've had the days that I wonder why we can't stop arguing, and you want to see us resolve our problems.
I adore you because you're still so stinkin' hot!
I adore you because I've watched you swing our sons high into the air and bring them down for a tickle-fest.

I adore you because I've a peeked around the corner to find you snuggling our daughters.

I adore you because you're willing to work hard on our relationship.

I adore you because you're my best friend.
I adore you because when I look into your eyes the sweet memories of the past ten years are brimming over in my head.

I adore you, Steven.

Happy Anniversary.