My Scot

Scot in Morocco a few years ago.

Ye be warned... This is one of those posts. The kind where I brag about my wonderful husband and how great he is, because I can't help but do so. Ready?

Here we go.

Reasons why I love my Scot:

1. He loves me unconditionally-- he chooses to love me regardless of any other factors. I am his and he is mine. 
2. He is such an encourager. Every day, he finds something to encourage me about and takes care to lift me up. Every day. 
3. I so proud of him. He is such a hard worker; he works a part time job while going to college, earned one of the best scholarships to ASU there is, maintains an incredible GPA, does his best in school no matter how tired or stressed he is, and carries these qualities into every area of his life. He works hard at everything, and doesn't feel like he's entitled to life without working for it.
4. He makes his relationship with God his first priority. He goes to church, a weekly bible study, and makes time to read his Bible despite working and going to school. But more than that, he lives out what he's learning and isn't content to stay where he is. He has this hunger to know more of God, and it's catching. Not in an obnoxious way, but in a very quiet, strong way. 
5. His strength. Not just his physical strength (although he is very strong! He's carried up heavy solid wood furniture multiple flights of stairs for me), but his strength of character, strength of integrity, strength of, of... himself. He's just strong. He's a leader, not afraid to make decisions he believes are in our best interest. From the music he chooses to listen to, to being content with eating peanut butter and jelly everyday, to what he does with his time, money, and resources... his strength is reflected in everything.  
6. His courage. He isn't afraid to go mountain biking, whitewater rafting, or to jump into marriage in his early twenties. Rather, he enjoys being challenged and tested, and he comes out on top every time. I can't think of a single thing he's tried to do that he has ever failed at.
7. His personality. He is wittingly intelligent, goofy, and sweet. He's academic and athletic. He's smart, and informed about world events and politics and cares about children in Africa. Actively. I didn't even know he supported a child in Africa until after we were married, when we were discussing budgeting. Which brings me to my next point. 
8. His humility. He doesn't brag about any of his accomplishments, but he has quite a few. I haven't heard of anyone else correcting the ochem professor and being right, working on artificial photosynthesis for solar energy applications, and many, many more incredible things... all in one person. Holy moly, batman. I feel like I learn something incredible about him every week that I didn't know before like that. Like the kid in Africa thing, or that he used to lead a Bible study in his home. He continually impresses me with his attitude about it all.
9. He is a remarkable husband. Here's the scenario: It's morning, and neither one of us are morning people. But, out of love for me, Scot is out of bed before I am to make me coffee, make my lunch, and get my breakfast. When breakfast is over and I still have a few more minutes before I have to leave, he gives me a back massage. Despite how he's feeling, despite how much homework he may have to do that morning, he takes care of me first. Wow am I blessed.
10. His ability to put things together. He is a great woodworker, car repairman, and handyman. If he didn't love science and research so much, I think he may have had to be an engineer. He can take things apart, like an engine... and then put it together. I know I couldn't do that. He's built furniture, shelving, and requests from me around the house. He's very creative! 

There are many, many more reasons why I love him, but this will do for now. I love you sweetheart! I am thankful for you and all that you do every day. 

-Hannah