Melanie turns ????

Melanie is always so good at doing posts and tributes for the rest of us I thought I would sneek one in for her. Today is her birthday and she happens to be sick. Tyler is also sick and Tate doesn't feel well so the house is pretty much out of commission. It's too bad because Melanie loves birthdays! She is always so kind and thoughtful when it comes to all of our birthdays. I have to admit that I am not as creative but having to decorate for your own birthday kind of takes the fun out of it. I took the day off work to help with kids and do the things she would normally do. What a job! All I have to say is that she is a saint. I have always found Melanie to be the kindest person I know. She is always so considerate of everyone's feelings and goes out of her way to never leave an impression that she was uncaring. This sometimes drives me crazy only because I see her sacrifice her needs over anyone else's and I want the best for her. She is perfect for our children. If I were to raise them they would pretty much be out looking for jobs right now or making shoes for Nike as I would want to get them out of the house as fast as possible. Melanie always takes time to cuddle, nurture, teach and take time to do the little fun things that I know they will remember the rest of their lives. She keeps up this blog and a journal and takes time to do some light reading from time to time. She is dedicated to her calling at church and always doing little things for the primary kids. I look forward to celebrating many more birthdays with her, maybe not so sick though. Happy birthday Mel!