Paige Barnes

Reason #18 that I love my husband: Some of the things he does. Like he went and bought me feminine products when we were on a trip once. Keep in mind this was before we were married. We were engaged at least! He commented that in that particular country town in Alabama that probably made us legally married! :) Like the fact that today he is going to buy special formula and gas drops because I can't get out with the baby and she's not tolerating her formula well. Like the fact that he could hold his own with a Diabetic Educator on such topics as insulin pumps, carb counting, and diabetic foot care. Like the fact that he is learning infant CPR because we have a new baby who was sick when she was first born. Like the fact that he hates needles, but can give an insulin shot or implant the new insulin port without flinching. (Although he, we both, hate having to do that). Like the fact that he is now our son's new Cub Master, even though he doesn't like standing in ...

Reason #19 that I love my husband: He's content. "I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. " - Philippians 4:12 This so describes my husband. As long as he had me and the kids. He'd be ok. Like live in a box in the street ok. I so want to be more like that. ~Paige

Reason #20 that I love my husband: He is my best friend. When we are together, all is right with the world. He is my best friend. I can't imagine a day without him. Thank goodness for instant messaging. It makes me feel close to him all day, even though he is at work. I watch British comedy shows just so I can be with him. I always let him have the cherries in my cherry coke with extra cherry from Sonic (even though I really like them) because he likes them. I would let him have my last Sun Drop... ~Paige

Reason #21 that I love my husband: He lets me know that he loves me. Unlike many women, I never have to wonder if my husband loves me and thinks I am beautiful. He tells me and shows me. And I love it when he says to our son, "do you know how much I love your mommy"? Since I didn't grow up with that same thing from my parents, I hope the relationship Cole and I have will be a godly example to our children. ~Paige

Big Red the cowboy! Daddy and his girls. Reason #22 that I love my husband: He has given me two beautiful children. Big Red (7 1/2) is outgoing and outspoken. He is funny and creative and so smart. He has a tender heart, and is very inquisitive. He likes to learn about all sorts of things. He is a strong, brave boy, who truly is my hero. He prays every night for lots of interesting things, but he never forgets to pray for all the kids who have diabetes that don't have access to health care - that they will be taken care of. That humbles me. He is the most beautiful child in the world. Baby Girl (3 weeks) is dainty and girly already. She has her daddy and mommy wrapped around her small little finger already. She is a happy, contented baby and is such a joy to us already. She gave a quite a scare during my pregnancy and when she was born. We look forward to watching her grow. She is the most beautiful child in the world. ~Paige

Reason #23 that I love my husband: I overheard him say this... "Sweet baby Kate, you have no idea how much I love my babies" . I was fixing my hair in the bathroom this morning while he was holding and talking to our new baby girl. Now, that's a man for you - a strong man of God, wonderful husband, and amazing father.

Reason #24 that I love my husband: He does certain things that he really doesn't like just because he knows it makes me happy. Like wearing a suit or tux every now and then because I like to see him in one. He abhors yard work and most physical labor but he will do what has to be done (with minimal complaining) because he knows it's important to me. Or taking posed photographs because I'm a woman and I want family photos. He even tried sushi once because he knew how excited it would make me for him to try something out of his routine and comfort zone. And every now and then, if he's in a good mood, he's the one that suggests we go shopping and he'll wait patiently as I try something on or go in the girly stores with me - because he loves me. This makes me happy. :)