Austin, I LOVE YOU BECAUSE t! r a e h y m e v a h u o y all the reasons M AD E
SPEC IAL
BY
Michelle
W R I T T E N B Y M A R I A N N E R I C H M O N D
Austin , I LOVE YOU BECAUSE
W R I T T E N B Y M A R I A N N E R I C H M O N D
TO
Austin WITH LOVE
Michelle Dear Austin, Happy 1st Anniversary! I am so proud to call you my hubby. Love, Michelle
Austin , I love you because
you’re you.
And I love you and me as us.
I’m so grateful that our paths crossed along the way.
And I’m grateful that we share the same crazy affection for one another.
Austin , I can’t imagine life without you.
I love you for accepting the various versions of me‌
Silly Michelle Questioning Michelle
Whiny Michelle Happy Michelle Irrational (ok, I admit it) Michelle.
Austin , I love you for accepting that the “drives-you-crazy� me is just one itty-bitty part of the greater, lovable me.
I love you for the way you make “everyday-ness” more fun.
Our routines Our inside jokes Our adventures
I love you because you make me laugh.
And you think I’m funny, too. (You do, don’t you?)
I love you for encouraging me when
I’m not feeling very brave or capable or successful.
Austin , you help me see the positive, and I need that.
I love you for trying to accept my need for “me time� and my bad habits.
Austin , I love you for trying to understand my ways,
even when you can’t possibly understand my ways.
I love you for saying you like the change to my hair,
even if you can’t really notice the change to my hair.
I love you for your smile,
Austin .
I love you for your laughter, hugs, and kisses, too.
I
love, love, love each and every inch of you!
Austin ,
I love cuddling with you.
I love you for making important to you what’s important to me.
Austin , I know we don’t agree. I love that we can voice our opinions, even get mad at each other, and we still love each other through it.
I love being able to coexist with you in the same quiet space,
knowing we don’t have to talk to enjoy one another.
Austin , I love you because you stretch yourself to become a better person.
To learn more and to love more.
I love creating
the story of our love.
I love that we have a history, memories, dreams, and genuine concern for the daily-ness of each other’s lives.
I love the thought of journeying through this crazy world together, wherever it takes us.
Austin , I love you because you’re my life mate and my soul mate.
You’re my best friend.
Austin , I love you because you’re my everything.
And my one and only.
About the Author Beloved author and artist Marianne Richmond has touched the lives of millions for nearly two decades through her award-足winning books, greeting cards, and other gift products that offer people the most heartfelt way to connect with each other. She lives in the Minneapolis area. Visit www.mariannerichmond.com.
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