Dear husband,

*cue the sappy post, because I'm feeling extra emotional today! I know I've "told" my husband these things, but just let me brag a little. 

I am so incredibly grateful for all my family and friends, and how incredibly supportive they are. However, one person gets a gold star for being number one and here's why: 

1. He never gets grossed out with how sick I've been during pregnancy. (read: If roles were reversed, I'd be running for the hills y'all). He holds my hair, cleans out the puke bucket (multiple times), is excellent at pulling over while we are driving; remaining calm while I proceed to lose it on the side of the road. 

2. He takes care of me, all day. every day. Showing love consistently in small ways that make such a difference. This might mean running to the store to get popsicles, or eating pasta three days in a row because that's all I can stomach. 

3. Stepping up without being asked. He knows that a messy house stresses me out, and does the "extra" when I haven't had the energy to keep up. Basically the whole first trimester I have been so sick that I've just managed to get myself through work, and that's it. Kyle has taken over the laundry, walking/playing with Onyx, generally keeping the house clean, and works full/busy days too. This has made the biggest difference, and even though I've felt guilty at times for not being able to do more- he reminds  me that I'm doing my best and that's what matters. 

4. He is excited and involved with our pregnancy. He's been awesome at listening to me read all the info from our baby apps/books and is super protective already. (Sometimes a little too much ha-ha, as in I wasn't allowed to touch coffee for the last 3 months). He comes to all the appointments and makes sure that any questions we have are answered, and that I feel comfortable with the care I'm getting. 

5. He is patient and gracious with all my mood swings, crazy hormones, and whining (I'm not a very good patient ha!). 

Kyle, 

I can't imagine doing this journey without you by my side, you are the most incredible husband and I am so grateful for everything you do for our family. I know that you will be the best dad, and I can't wait until March to see that part of our story unfold.