My friend Robin wrote a beautiful blog post and it puts my feelings for so many people into words. So I'm just going to quote her. I love you all for so many reasons! Happy Valentines Month :) And Chad, thanks for being my hot chocolate!  eye less than 3 you!

"there are people who come into my life, people who sometimes don't even know I'm watching them, that floor me. And there doesn't seem to be any rhyme or reason as to why I admire them.  Sometimes they have been through hard times and come out stronger and better.  Sometimes they are in the middle of hard times and are willing to show their pain.  And sometimes they make a comment that exhibits a depth of character that I didn't know was there. Sometimes it's their mind.  They talk about things on a different level and invite me to come along.  They challenge me to be more; and I want to. Sometimes it's in their voice.  They speak with tenderness and a reverence that reminds me that I am from a higher place.  That there are angels with me. Sometimes it's their smile.  It's not just a beautiful smile.  It's warm and inviting.  It's like hot chocolate.  Some people have a hot chocolate smile that they share with those they meet in this cold winter world. Sometimes it's in their handshake, as they look deep into your eyes and their eyes say that you are wonderful.  They've seen your soul and wholeheartedly approve. Sometimes it's in their hug.  A hug that gives and receives at the same time.  It makes you feel powerful.  It makes you feel humble.  It makes you feel you are more than before. It's amazing what you can learn about a person just by watching them."