Happy Birthday Rob!

Happy Birthday Rob! (This is no joke-he is an April Fools baby!) Today my husband of almost 7 years is turning 1 year older. This past year has proven to be one of constant change for us. While I have resisted some of the changes, he has yet again shown me how to push forward.

He lost his job this past year, and yet he is bravely pursuing a new career as a fire fighter. While it takes most people at least 2 years to do all of the Fire/EMT/Paramedic training and certifications, it will only take Rob 12 months. He diligently sits in our office every day studying on his own for hours on end. I could never do what he is doing. I don't have the discipline or the attention span to do it!

We added Everett to our family, and I have never had more fun with Rob. I took this picture when he didn't know he was being photographed. It is a great shot of Rob having a sweet moment with his little man. Who knew parenting would be so hilarious? Rob still dry heaves when E has a particularly smelly bum. While it grouses him out, I can't help but laugh. Everett makes Rob skeptical look-which I love. It especially cracks me up when they make the face at the same time with out even realizing it. One of these times, I will catch it on film.

I love Rob's sense of humor. He makes me laugh harder than anyone I know. My favorite time of the day is when we both crawl into bed at night and discuss the "happenings" of the day. He asks the right questions and listens intently. Inevitably, as I am fretting over something not important-Rob makes light of my situation, and I end up laughing until I cry-which is a great way to end any day.

I love you Rob! Thank you for moving forward even when I don't want too, and thank you for being such a great dad to our little E. You are the best!