Today is Maria’s 61st Birthday. We usually visit a museum on her birthday, which she loves. However, since all the museums are closed today, we’ll shift that to Thursday and go out for pizza for lunch today.

Maria is the greatest gift I have ever received (alongside my daughter), and the best thing I can give her is a trip to a museum. We’ll do that Thursday.

I have no words to describe my deep love and admiration for this person, the most remarkable woman (or man) I have known.

Thank you, Maria, for existing and for being you. I must have done something right. She defines beauty, sensitivity,  animal love,  empathy, kindness, and creativity. She also loves bugs in the woods and all kinds of mushrooms.

I’m humbled that you chose to marry me. You could have done better. You talk to animals and spiders.

You wield a wicked hammer and make the most beautiful art. You are kind to everyone.

Happy Birthday, wonderful person. You are an excellent reason for me to stay healthy and alive. I know you don’t care about birthdays, but you do care about museums. Happy Birthday on Thursday!