Nobody Does it Better. Thank you, Philly.

More than two years ago, when Phil and I were blessed with the news that we were expecting a baby, visions of *many things* danced in my head.  But one thing I did not expect was to be staying at home with Jackson for the length of time that I have. I figured I could just "wing it" (HAHAHA!) and sort of cart him around with me oh the places I would go...
Boy did I have a lot to learn about babies, bedtimes, habits, routines, schedules, teething, toddlers, temperaments, and everything!  Children turn your lives upside down.  But in a really really good way.  Most of the days. :) 
 
Just today, we are back home from an unexpected trip to the pediatrician's office.  This is day 3 of Jackie's first time being sick with a cold.  Lucky we are that he has been so healthy for the first year and a half of his life. 

But the reason for this post is to thank someone.  Someone I could not be doing this without.  Someone who drops everything to help me.  Who scratches his plans to go with me to the doctor instead.  Takes me to Walgreen's for tissues, milk, and chocolate medicine.  Comes back to bring me a meal when I'm home with a napping sick one.  Then goes back to work to do all of his tasks, plus the ones I'd be doing if I were there.  He's the one who's often times not seen in the pictures, because while we get to have fun, he's doing the hard part for us.  He's the wheel that makes our car go. 

Dear Philly,

I know you never look for a pat on the back.  You do not need thanks for the things you consider your job.  You are a hard worker.  You are an excellent Dad.  A tremendous husband.  And you are possibly the most giving person I know.  Thank you for working extra hours, learning new responsibilities, hiring an extra employee, all so that I can be here raising our son.  I consider myself such a lucky lady to have you as my partner.  You are always thinking of what's best for our family.  Planning ahead for our future.  I know I tell you thank you each day, but I really want you to know that you have made me not only a happy wife, but a happy mom.  And I so appreciate everything you do, and all that you sacrifice for us.  I love you so much.  Thank you for being the husband, father, and man that you are.  
Love, Karen      

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You're one of a kind, thank God you're mine.

Close your eyes
Let me tell you all the reasons why
Think you're one of a kind.
Here's to you
The one that always pulls us through
Always do what you got to do
You’re one of a kind
Thank God you're mine.
-Michael Buble