Monday, November 3, 2008

I love you more than you know

Dear Greg,

I wanted to take a moment and let you know how much I love and appreciate you. You are much more than I could have ever asked God for in a husband. You are an awesome father to our children. You are an outstanding example of Christian humility at work. And, you are most importantly, a man after God’s own heart. God and you are the reason I am able to get up each day and sing a new song. You have inspired me to be a better wife, mom, and Christian. I love you more than you know.

All I ever wanted in a husband has been exceeded by you. Greg, you have shown me the power of love and trust. God knew you were the absolute perfect mate for me. He knew my strengths and weaknesses and knew you were the perfect man to complete me. Without your love and trust I would not have grown as much as I have. You have held me when I cried, laughed with me in times of joy, and prayed with me in times of spiritual growth. Your love knows more of me than I care to know of myself and your trust has motivated me to be better tomorrow than I am today. I love you more than you know.

Greg, you have been an awesome father to our children. You are selfless with your time when they are in need or just want to play. You have shown them Godly character and God’s love. The miles between you and the children have only served to make your relationship with each of them more special. Natalie inspires to be like you—dedicated and motivated to always do better the next time just like her Daddy. Dylan is a replica of Daddy—his humor and wit are characteristics of you all over again. Kaitlyn is well, Kaitlyn! She loves life and is adventurous. She is willing to take the step of faith and enjoy the ride, just like her Daddy. I have loved so much to hear them pray daily for you. They are growing strong in their faith because of the example you have set for them. Your prayers for them have been heard and God is growing and developing them in so many ways. I love you more than you know.

Greg, you have allowed God to be your leader at work. His character and love are evident even in the workplace. You are a mentor and friend to so many people you have encountered in the Air Force. I know that God has a perfect plan in place for your future and I know that with His help, you will exceed and His name will be praised throughout the Earth. I know your willingness to listen is a Godly character that will allow you to develop deeper friendships with others and will open even more opportunities for witnessing at work. I love you more than you know.

Greg, I have seen your personal growth and maturity over the 13 years I have known you. You have allowed God to change you from the inside out. Your very presence is a calming presence that is filled with God’s love for those around you. You are doing a great job with your personal spiritual development that will only enhance our relationship together. You are only going to grow more and more and I look forward to the journey. I love you more than you know.

Greg, your influence in my life has motivated me to be better tomorrow than I was today. You are the best I could have asked for in my lifelong mate and this journey of Sacred Marriage. We have learned so much about each other, both in good times and in bad, and I look forward to learning even more in the future. I know we will struggle at times, but I also know that by the grace of God all things are possible. I am ready for the next chapter of our life together and the journey God has in store for us. I am yours for life, Gregory Scott Toney.You are my best friend and most trusted companion. I love you more than you know.

Your wife,
Rachel

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Very sweet, Rachel. You make me more proud of my brother :)