Dear Tim {31 Days of Letters}

My Love,

I had this letter all planned out. I was going to watch our wedding video while you were at work yesterday and comment on what a great reminder it is of our beginnings and our journey and our promises. But then, this week happened, with its ups and downs, its stress. Yesterday did not go as planned – instead of writing about how wonderful you are, I got to witness more examples of your wonderfulness in real time.

Part of your wonderfulness stems from a vulnerability I don’t often see in men. I love that you share your thoughts, fears, feelings, joys, and concerns so honestly with me. Your transparency is contagious and is often the nudge I need to look beyond myself, to take down the blinders of self-focus.

Part of your wonderfulness comes from the passions I see God growing in your heart. Your desire to see students follow after Christ is powerful. I see your love and care for young people etched on your heart everyday as you engage in ministry. You have stretched my own heart in this area as we serve and partner together.

Part of your wonderfulness is how you love me. Your love makes me feel cherished, beautiful, desired, adored, and respected. Your love makes me feel known. You know me and you still love me. Your love gives me a glimpse of God’s love. If you love me despite my selfishness and sin, why do I doubt that God could love me in the same (and even greater) way?

Part of your wonderfulness is just YOU! I can’t imagine spending the rest of my life with anyone else.

I am more proud of you everyday. I am more in love with you everyday. I am more grateful to God that you are my husband everyday.

Happy five monthiversary!