How others describe me

Andrew is one of the most patient, kind, rational, respectful, motivated, and caring people I know! He excels at everything he does, yet is incredibly humble. He’s athletic, intelligent, and has the biggest heart. He is often looking for ways to help people or remove barriers. He’s gentle-hearted yet incredibly strong, disciplined, and principled. He’s loyal and dedicated to those he loves. He balances family life and career flawlessly. He’s a very hands-on dad who loves playing with the kids. Our children often ask him to play “bear” or other game that involves them tackling him to the ground. Their giggles of delight when playing these games can be heard throughout the house. Andrew works hard to contribute equally to the household by doing laundry, cooking, or cleaning. He’s involved in every aspect of the kids’ lives and truly is the best dad. I had an absentee father, so I was incredibly diligent in selecting a spouse because I knew they would be the future father of my children. I hit the jackpot. I wish every child had a dad like Andrew.

Tescia is inspirational to everyone she meets. She is naturally kind and it is easily apparent to every person she comes across. She is a leader, naturally slipping into the role no matter if it is at work, in our church group, or developing relationships with our children’s friends. She’s one of the smartest people I know as demonstrated by her successful career, but she also is a driving force and a leader in our family. She is so warm, welcoming, and trustworthy that random children will frequently find her and trust her to take care of them until their parents arrive. She is fiercely loyal, particularly when her family is involved and will always have her husband’s and children’s backs. She has the most generous spirit of anyone I’ve ever met. Whether it’s donations through church, donations to children in war-torn countries, donated backpacks with school supplies, organizing meal-trains for mothers who have just given birth, fundraisers for our childrens’ school, or a meal and a listening ear to a friend who has had a miscarriage, is sleep deprived with young children, or going through a rough patch with their partner, there is no limit to what she will do for those she loves. She is also the most resilient person I’ve ever met.  She grew up without much and was thrust into a role taking care of her two younger siblings as a young teenager. Rather than using her circumstances as an excuse, she rose to the challenge. She put herself through college and law school with honors while working multiple jobs along the way. I truly wish everyone could have a mother and wife like Tescia.