Why My Wife is Awesome

My wife Amanda turns 28 today, and there’s nothing I like more than an excuse to shout her praises from the (virtual) rooftops. So if you’ll indulge me, in Acrostic fashion, here’s why Amanda is awesome:

Amanda attended Gem City ComiCon 2013 with me!
Amanda attended Gem City ComiCon 2013 with me!

Adaptable

Amanda is one of the most laid-back people I know. It’s not that she doesn’t care about anything; she just really loves everything an everyone. And since she’s always putting other people ahead of herself, she’s totally willing to go anywhere, do anything, try everything at least once. I’m always learning to be more relaxed and content in my current circumstances from Amanda’s example.

Mischievous

Amanda feels bad that T-Rex has such short arms.
Amanda feels bad that T-Rex has such short arms.

Unless you know Amanda well, this word probably didn’t come to mind when you think of her. But her closest friends know she is feisty. She’s so nice (more on that below) that those who cross her don’t see that side of her, but she’s got a little anarchist in her that comes out every now and again. Since I’m a lot anarchist, I love this about her.

It’s not hard to get Amanda to plan a prank or participate in a surprise party (though she hates having to keep secrets).

And this isn’t really mischievous, but Amanda is also the queen of corny jokes. Ask her where the general keeps his armies (or follow her Bridge Café twitter account)Continue reading