I love this man.
He’s truly the best man I know. He continually strives to be a better person – that’s who he is. He had a very, very hard childhood; his parents split up, his mother was very troubled, they moved constantly, lived on food stamps. It’s amazing to me that both Don and his brother turned out to be such good people.
He is wildly funny, incredibly talented, both as an actor and as a singer-songwriter. He is kind, compassionate, loving, generous, principled. His example inspires me to be ‘better.’ I learn from him every day.
He didn’t have a blueprint for a good marriage and his first two marriages failed. I was fearful of any kind of commitment. That this marriage works is a testament to our mutual vow to stop repeating destructive patterns, to do it right.
He is as honest as the day is long.
As part of his recovery program of well over 45 years, he helps others. He has been a mentor and guide to many people over the years. I’ve witnessed it on a daily basis.
He is the light of my life and I am eternally grateful that I met him, that I took the leap that terrified me but did it anyway, because the life I live now with him at my side was worth it. It means everything to me.
Happy Birthday, sweetheart. I love you forever.
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Joe has had the breathing tubes removed and can use his voice a bit. He’s very, very tired. He’s under very careful supervision, is getting a lot of tests, and has already had a session of occupational therapy. Recovery will be slow, but so far, so good. We are all so thankful.
Stay safe.
Happy Wednesday.
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