Day 238 - 26th Engagement Anniversary

Today is a special day in the history of our family. On this day, 26 years ago (February 11, 1994) LeAnn and I became engaged. We like to celebrate this day over Valentines day as it is special to us and gives us an opportunity to not have to deal with the crowds and chaos that happen every Valentines day when you try to go to dinner. LeAnn is the most special person in my life. From that first day when I saw her beautiful smile from across the ballroom at the LDS Business College Ballroom, until now, she has continued to brighten up my life each and every day. She has been the most wonderful wife and mother and impresses me all of the time with everything she is able to accomplish. She is kind and loving and I love her laugh. (Though she doesnt think I am quite as funny now after 26 years... ;)). She has raised up our children to be thoughtful and happy. It is an incredible thing to see the positive impact that she has made on so many. I am so blessed to have her in my life. She is patient with me and supportive of this crazy journey I have of walking around the world and to the places where my kids are serving on their missions. It takes a lot of time to walk 11,000 miles (so far), and she has walked with me many of those miles and cheered me along the way. 
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For our celebration, we went to Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse in Federal Way. This is one of our favorite places, and it is fun to watch the chefs cook your food right in front of you. It was a spectacular meal with a spectacular lady.

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