I found a journal entry today that I wrote about Steve back in 1989, and I love that this is at the Core of who he is:
"Steve is the type of person that is every body's friend--no matter how rich or poor, beautiful or ugly, smart or not so smart. He has learned the secret of how to make everyone feel important, no matter what anyone else might think about that person. I really admire Steve and all of his little "philosophies" of life. When we first got married, I was still very immature in my way of thinking (don't get me wrong--I am still not fully mature now, just a little more so!!) I let things, such as what people think about me, bother me. I can remember many times where Steve has had to literally talk me out of a depressed mood. There is one very accurate description of what Steve represents in my life--he is my anchor. I depend on him in so many ways--emotional, spiritual, and financial support. I would like to think that we help each other in the areas that we are weak in. Sometimes Steve has to be the strong one and sometimes I am the one that has to point out the positive side. I sincerely believe that we are the perfect compliment for each other."
I ended the entry by writing:
"Probably the most important thing about our relationship and marriage is that we were, and are, best friends first. We may not always feel romantic, or lovey-dovey, or special, but we both know that no matter what horrible thing we have done wrong, we can each count on the other to be there and that they will still love us."
Wow! 20 plus years and 4 kids later and the things that life has thrown at us, I read this with tears in my eyes knowing that we are solid TO THE CORE. I love this man, and I am so very proud of him and his accomplishments and courage, his loyalty and support. He continues to be that man that is a friend to everyone, and he encourages me and each of our girls to be the best people we can be. Thank you, Steve! I'm grateful that I'm yours and you are mine, FOREVER.
