Five years ago today two clueless kids stood before a Justice of the Peace in a tiny conference room at the Craighead County Courthouse. Nobody knew what would become of those two as they shakily recited their vows among the audience of a few close friends and family. No doubt there were many skeptics in the crowd, and with good reason: they were young and broke. They had known each other for less than a year, and half of that time had been spent with 1,500 miles between them. But here they are, countless hairstyles, five goldfish (may they all Rest In Peace), three states, two children, and one dusty set of dinnerware later.
While I'm not usually one for sentimental musings of romance, I'm making an exception tonight because it's my anniversary, folks! So without further ado, I will publicly embarrass my husband (and myself) by professing my love and gratitude for my guy.
To S:
Thank you for your patience and kindness when times have been tough. The years have proven that you are a strong, responsible, and honest man. Thanks for the uncountable nights of laughter and stimulating conversation. I love your cleverness and passion for your beliefs (even if I don't always agree). Thank you for working your tail off at school and work, and then taking out the garbage when you get home. I know the last thing you want after dealing with figurative sacks of crap all day is to be greeted by literal sacks of crap at home, and yet you voluntarily deposit them like a champ. Thank you for my beautiful babies; you are one of the most loving and devoted fathers I have ever met. Thank you for dreaming about and making plans for our future together. Your optimism and determination inspires me daily. I knew I loved you five years ago, but I had no idea how deeply that love would grow and mature. This thing we've got going has been the most incredible adventure of my life, and simply said, I love you as big as the sky.
That's it, and now the rest of you are free to go wash off the icky mushiness of this moment to which you have been subjected...I'm gonna go smooch on my husband :)
RD
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