happy 35, mike!

Off the top of my head...

1. Mike is the most wonderful partner you could ever dream of.
2. I was lucky to find my soulmate.
3. mike makes me laugh every single day, without fail.
4. mike is a tender husband.
5. mike sings A lot.
6. mike has so many friends, more than anyone I know, because he is an amazing friend.
7. mike is a spirited and dynamic uncle.
8. mike cares very deeply.
9. mike is a dedicated worker.
10. he is a great son.
11. and a great brother.
12. m. thinks about politics and human rights.
13. mike works hard at everything he takes on.
14. he sounds amazing on the guitar.
15. mike has the best smile.
16. mike has the best ideas.
17. and many ideas come when he is in the shower.
18. did i tell you how funny mike is?
19. mike always compliments my cooking, even if i tried something new and it failed.
20. mike brings me flowers all the time.
21. mike knows exactly what to do when i am sad.
22. mike is an excellent dog trainer. (it should be one of his many side jobs)
23. mike was the wedding singer the day I met him!
24. mike jumped right in with my huge family and became apart of it immediately.
25. m. is trying to make urban life better for those who are struggling.
26. mike has a very young spirit.
27. mike always encourages me.
28. i love watching mike grow and grow as he experiences life.
29. mike manages to see the bright side of it all and it is contagious to everyone around him.
30. mike dreams big.
31. mike is the most generous person I know.
32. mike is loyal and honest.
33. mike is has absolutely gorgeous eyes.
34. mike is a great writer.
35. mike gives the best hugs.