Happy Birthday Danny!!

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Happy Birthday Danny!  To celebrate the past year, I quickly took a photo from every month of the past year to give you a glimpse of why we celebrate Danny!

November...He truly understands the importance of work. He could hire someone to paint his garage, he could do it himself to make it look perfect, but instead he dresses his kids in old shirts and enlists them to paint.  He understands that the imperfections in the paint are less important than making memories!


October...He is a loyal friend and carves out time for his friends (especially when it comes to fixing cars).  He truly lives a life of service.


September...He is probably one of the most obedient men I know.  He is an amazing priesthood holder.  I am so grateful he can give our children blessings when they need one, baptize them and lead them by example!


August....He cooks!  He does a lot of things around the home which I am very grateful for! He has helped out this past year in so many ways when I was not able to emotionally or physically be there for my family.  What a blessing!!


July...Quality family time.  


June... After a long day at work, he will still find time to set up a tent, start a fire and make sure the kids have a fun time camping in the backyard.  He loves that kids are always over.


May...He got a beautiful piano to bless the lives of our family.  He wakes up each morning at 6am to practice with Scott and sometimes Tyler (depending on his mood).  What a blessing to share the talent that he is blessed with.


 April...He worked hard to get us a beautiful home, in a beautiful neighborhood that most importantly is biking distance to school and work.  That allows him to ride his bike to school with the kids and come home for lunch.  He sacrificed a 3 car garage (which was his top priority) for a higher priority finding a home with a great location which means time with his family!!! 


March...He gave me a beautiful baby boy!

 February...He rides the kids to school on bikes and loves being outdoors with them.

January...He fixes anything and everything we break.

December...He has supported me and our five kiddos so that I could go back and forth to help be with my dad!

November...He creates fun adventures for our family.

Here's to another wonderful year Danny filled with happiness, joy and memories!

Comments

Chelle said…
What a sweet post Heidi! This is such a cute idea. Sounds like you really made Danny's birthday special.
11/13/15, 8:06 PM
Janine said…
So awesome! All of those things are very true about Danny.
11/15/15, 7:58 PM
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