To my Gorgeous wife on her birthday

Today is Heather’s 21st birthday. Though I never contribute to this blog, I want to share with you some of the reasons I love this woman.

Heather is b-e-a-utiful. When I first met her she had long, curly hair. She was tiny and in great shape. She still looks great. She doesn’t need make up to look good and rarely uses it. When she does put on make up and does her hair, she looks HOT!!!!

Heather is talented. I dreamed of a wife who could play the piano. When I found out how good Heather is at the piano, I was beat. Not only does she play the piano, but she also plays the flute and guitar. I am not done yet on the musical talents. Have you heard this girl sing? She has near perfect pitch and her voice is very sweet. She is irresistible when she plays me a love song on her guitar. Heather is artistic. Before we were married, I wanted her to draw me a picture of herself and she did. I cherish that drawing and the one she eventually drew of me. Her art is hanging on the walls of several homes. She has many other talents but I don’t want to brag.

Heather is a spiritual giant. She always wakes up early to study her scriptures, read conference talks, write in her journal, and pray. She has an excellent knowledge of the scriptures and is very close to the Spirit. I love the example she sets for me and for our children of a righteous child of God. Her testimony of the Gospel is strong and I know she truly believes everything she says when she bears it.

Heather is caring. Her capacity to serve and care for her family and friends is astounding. Many of you have benefited from her service. People can count on her for help with their children, a meal, an empathetic ear, and so much more. When she sees a need, Heather fills it. This characteristic will make her a great social worker someday. We have been married for 9 1/2 years and not a day goes by that she is not serving me selflessly.

Heather is an excellent cook. One glance at my gut and you will see how much I love her meals. She just keeps getting better as she tries new recipes and ideas. I am so grateful to come home to a nice meal after work every day.

Heather is an excellent mother. Some days, she gets down on herself because she didn’t spend enough time focusing on the kids. I just put them in front of a movie when I watch them but she gets down on their level and connects with them. When Heather was pregnant, she glowed and was absolutely radiant. She was beautiful through our trial with Lillian and continues to handle the work of motherhood with grace.

There are many other reasons I love my wife but I don’t want to bore you any further. I hope she doesn’t delete this post because she is so modest. If you know Heather, you know I am not exaggerating on this post about her many wonderful qualities and attributes, but am really telling it how it is. I am fortunate to have her. Happy Birthday Heather!!!!!!! I Love You!!!!