Happy Birthday to MIKE

I had to work today, so this is the little party we had. If the truth be told, I made Mike one of his favorite dinners, and the kids had birthday root-beer floats & pumpkin chocolate chip cookies for dinner. Oh well, everybody enjoyed themselves.
1 )Where did you meet? On 25th street. Really, Mike had a friend who had a house on 25th street, we were at a party.
2) How long did you date before you got married? We met in Feb of 1995 and we were married in May of 1999. I say, 4 years. Mike doesn't count the time I was on my mission (He was dating...) so he says, 2 1/2.
3) How long have you been married? 9 1/2 years.
4) What is your favorite feature of his? His head. I love his eyes, his shaved head & his facial hair. His smile saves his life, & I love the way he thinks.
5) What is your favorite quality of his? He gets excited and wants to share. He loves to help his friends & family learn anything he enjoys. I don't know if that makes sense, but he likes fishing & if you are interested, he will teach you evereything he knows.
6) Does he have a nickname for you? No, well I hope not. I used to have one for him, but it turns out that after 9 years it hurt his feelings.
7) What is his favorite food? Meat & Potatoes. He really, really likes real mashed potatoes.
8) What is his favorite sport? Pheasant hunting.
9) When and where was your first kiss? On our first date. I tried to hold out, but I do like kissing.
10) What is your favorite thing to do as a couple? Do you have any time as a couple when you have 3 kids?
11) Do you have any children? He does, 3. I gave them to him.
12) Does he have a hidden talent? He has a really good voice & he is incredibly charming.
13) How old is he? 33
14) Who said "I love you" first? Me, again, I was trying to hold out, but he has so much charm.
15) What is his favorite type of music? Old country & anything from Bob & Tom.
16) What do you admire the most about him? I must say, I admire his integrity. Mike is always true to himself and genuinely wants what is best for those he does business with. He will not give you the last Pepsi... I adore this man.

I just have to document that when Mike asked me to marry him, I knew it was right, in fact I knew it was right before I went on my mission. I never had to kneel down & pray about it, it was right. Once we got in a fight and I went home and was crying to my mom. My dad came in and got all upset. He said then go and get your stuff, it is over. I just looked at him shocked, and thought. No, I am mad, but I love him & he is my husband. My dad told me to go home and not ever come back without him. This was a fantastic experience for me because at that point, my loyalties were redirected to my husband. I love all of Mike!! It is not always easy to get through the hunting season, but that is only because I don't like to be without him. I love you Mike. The kids & I are very blessed to have you!