another birthday

I got to celebrate my birthday with my sweetheart.  Mr. O. planned a special day get-away.  We went to the tulip festival at Thanksgiving Point.  We wandered the gardens, enjoyed the flowers, and only had my phone to take pictures.  (There is probably a better way to get pictures off the phone, sorry for the graininess.)

Mr. O. is my best friend, my confidante, my protector, my provider, father of my children.  He never leaves any doubt in my mind that he loves and cherishes me.  He gives me freedom to continually learn, try new things, spread my wings.  He trusts me completely in the raising and nurturing of our children, the care of our home.  I know he would do anything for me, buy my anything I really wanted, help me in any way he could.  His love is real, pure, and deep. It is the kind of love that is taking us on a beautiful journey through life's ups and downs.  I feel so grateful for him and all that he is and is becoming.  I couldn't wish for anything more in a husband.  I got the best one!