My husband works really hard - he's passionate, creative, dedicated, and a true leader down to his core. Yet, he has always inspired me with the way he's about to "shut off" and create memorable experiences, wholly present and loving, whenever the opportunity arises.

On an unseasonably warm, winter day, he came home from work just as the sun was setting. He immediately scooped up Kira in one arm, a blanket in the other, and Bourbon by the leash, ushering us all outside. Still in his button-up and dress shoes, he laid on the grass with our girl and gave her his energy like only a dad can - with tickle fights and goofy stories, teaching her about stars and pointing out constellations as the sky grew darker.