Jim's Birthday

On Tuesday, Jim had his 40th birthday. He spent his birthday at work and at school. He finally made it home at 10:30. I let the kids stay up and share some cupcakes with him. Jim is so awesome and never complained about working on his birthday. What a guy. I made a list of 40 random things about Jim.

Happy 40th Birthday Jim!

1. Jim has worked at the same company for almost 19 years. WOW!
2. Jim loves to camp and cook outdoors, especially with his family.
3. Jim loves to go on scary rides at the amusement parks.
4. Jim went to Philly on his mission and wants to return to the see the new temple being built there.
5. Jim has a great sense of humor and great timing.
6. Jim is competitive when we play board games.
7. Jim loves to do all kinds of puzzles.
8. Jim play the baritone in high school and would love it if one of his kids would play it too.
9. Jim and I used to country dance before we got married.
10. Jim loves a good Philly Cheese Steak, especially from Philly.
11. Jim loves to go four-wheel driving. LOVES IT!
12. Jim loves to drive a quad whenever he gets a chance.
13. Jim has a ham radio license.
14. Jim bought a small military trailer. I'll admit it has come in handy when we go camping.
15. Jim has the cutest blue eyes. His daughters get their eyes from their dad.
16. Jim is really smart and does very well in school.
17. Jim has a good voice and enjoys singing in the choir. Josh goes to choir with him.
18. Jim loves to spend time with his family.
19. Jim loves to hike without any incidents. There's been a few unfortunately.
20. Jim quietly does a lot of service for others. He is such a great example to me.
21. Jim went on a few field trip with the kids, and the kids loved those field trips the best.
22. Jim goes on dates with his kids and the kids love to spend time with them.
23. Jim loves to tease the kids.
24. Jim takes great care of our vehicles, especially his police car. The truck is still new.
25. Jim believes in doing things now and not procrastinating.
26. Jim gives me flowers on ordinary days, that's better than getting them on special days.
27. Jim has a strong testimony of the gospel. It's blessed our family.
28. Jim loves to go to the temple.
29. Jim loves to listen to good music and good talks on his new ipod.
30. Jim calls me during the day just to chat. That makes my day.
31. Jim is a very patient man.
32. Jim likes to play racquetball.
33. Jim loves and respects his parents and mine.
34. Jim is a great handyman at home when he has time.
35. Jim loves to reminisce about our dating years. We dated forever so there are many stories to remember.
36. Jim loves to be in the middle of a snowball fight or a water fight. He always finds himself in the middle of one.
37. Jim loves to race me home when we drive in different vehicles. He almost always wins too!
38. Jim is a good listener. I love that about him.
39. Jim is supports me when I go out with my friends for a late night or overnight.
40. Jim comes with me to plays, musicals, and other social events.

Jim is a great guy and there is a wonderful presence about him. When he comes home, he brings peace to our home. The kids and I love him and want to wish him a Happy Birthday!