Published.

Mike is a really wonderful writer and submitted a number of papers while he was doing his Master's degree.  They were published in college books and I was very excited.  He works hard at his research and writing on something original.  His work is really insightful and I'm always impressed with how concisely and can say things that would take me pages to say.

Two Saturdays ago he presented a paper that was published in a book and I'm really proud of all the work and dedication he has had to the work he's been doing.  His openess, perspective, and ablility to build bridges between people is something that I have always admired about him.  When I read his papers and listen to his ideas I'm reminded of so many of the reasons that I love him. 

You're amazing, Mike.  I'm so blessed to have you in my life and I'm so proud not just of the things you've done to change lives in your teaching and writing but of so many other things that leave me in awe.  Your willingness to forgive, to be in the moment, to love, to give, to support, and to understand a person from their perspective are just some of the things that I love about you. 

Your life is a gift to me.