My babies' daddy (Version 2.0)

Those of you who have not been reading this blog long, last year I did a post dedicated to what an awesome man the father of my sons is.  And I loved writing it.  It's still my favorite post of all time.  So, I'm doing another- updated- one in his honor- for Father's Day.

So, without further adieu...

My babies' daddy:

-prefers the boys to play outside

-appreciates that they have energy that needs to be expended

-will stand (even though he's tired) to push the boys on the swings

-appreciates simple living

-doesn't drink beer anymore

-Is a "meat and potatoes" kind of guy

-has integrity, motivation, and is full of entrepreneurial spirit

-has funky tan lines

-is very respectful of others

- has owned his own business full time since 2003 (and part time since 2001)

-considers himself a little bit of a redneck

-is trying to sell his flatbed truck  :)

-Prefers a night home with the family over going out with friends

-Loves me unconditionally

-is the most honest person I know

- has a small patch of BRIGHT red hair on the back of his head.

-is always willing to help out- with neighbors, friends, at church

-loves to unwind with the boys

-is a born and bred worker- through and through

-stays current in local, national and international news

-has the ability to think long term

-has great problem solving abilities

-is crazy conservative- bordering on libertarian

-is ridiculously intelligent (see previous statement)

-has a hard time respecting the "keeping up with the jones'" mentality

-is always willing to read the boys books (Little Critter is the favorite still!)

-loves me- regardless of what my scale says

-teaches A. about math concepts

-enjoys teaching the boys about smart ways to use money

-leads by example (not just with the boys, either)

-will gladly talk religion and politics...as long as you ask first

-is hot

-prefers handmade gifts over store bought ones

-wears ball caps whenever socially acceptable

-needs a new ball cap

-inspires me to be a better person

-is picky about who he spends his time with outside the family

-respects his father- and my father

-till tries to muffle laughter when someone passes gas

-lets me cut his hair- and never complains when I mess it up

-camps out with the boys in the backyard

-loves me

-prefers salty snacks

-walks the dog every Sunday morning (very, very early)

-has the best belly laugh...seriously

-has calloused hands

-has the ability to laugh at himself

-works 12 hour days

-does paperwork after the boys are in bed (yes, after working the 12 hour day)

-works on the house when he has some "spare time"

-is protective of us

-is willing to get dirty with the kids

-prays for me, prays for the boys daily

-loves to talk to me about scripture

-is a solid cornerstone of this family

-is a great blend of his mother's passion and his father's compassion

-wants to build a model rocket with A. this summer (oh geez)

-really got into the science fair project this year (propulsion)

-can be very opinionated

-has good teeth (let's be honest, that is a total positive!)

- is incredibly handsome

-will eat almost anything I put on the dinner table

-makes a funny face when the air-nailer is too close

-is not a fan of crowds

- shows the boys the safe ways to handle tools

-doesn't believe in being wasteful

- has the kindest heart- especially for handicapped people

-loves watching the boys learn new things and explore their surroundings

-has the ability to read people quickly

-is not very competitive

- asked me to bake a batch of cookies and distribute them to our elderly neighbors

-encourages us to do our best

-is astounded that the Mother's Day flowers are still alive

-remembers to water the flowers and the garden when I forget

-lets the boys win sometimes

-doesn't care that I let A. wear his moonboots in the summer

- flosses daily

-thrives on routine

-likes country music

-listens to talk radio

-sometimes thinks of himself as a thug

(sha..a white bred, sensitive, caring, worker...kind of thug he he)

-wants to take me back to Maine- where we honeymooned.

-is my confidant, cheerleader, best friend

-is an awesome father, husband and friend

-is someone I respect, love and admire

- **is the person I'm most thankful for.**

**is the one whom my soul loves.**

Happy Father's Day, my love