Paul and I have officially been married a whole year. One year ago, I was joining my life with his forever and I cannot believe how time has flown. It FLEW by. There are so many things I want to say. Marriage was nothing I expected it to be...in a good way!! I guess you could say I went into it with somewhat low expectations because I had seen so many people disappointed at how unglamorous it can be at times. I also think that being separated a year prior to getting married made things a tad bit different for us. We didn't have any of those "knock down, drag out" fights that some people say they have in the newlywed year. We did argue occasionally and we got mad at each other, but that's normal for every married couple. There were a couple times when we just need a break from each other, so to speak. Those 2 times, I just went home to visit family. But even during those days apart, I found myself wanting to be back with my husband. Absence definitely makes the heart grow fonder. Paul's work schedule has thrown many wrenches into plans made the past year. I believe I am a stronger, more independent person because of the military though. Paul can't always be there for me and I know that. I'm learning to be ok with that. He tries and that is all that really matters. That and the fact that he wants to be there with me, helping me, every step of the way. I would not trade one day of being married to him for anything and I know he feels the same way. We love each other deeply and I am sooooo blessed to have my husband be my best friend as well. Marriage is SUCH a gift. A gift that I am so grateful that God saw fit to bless me with. Now let me tell you about our "anniversary day/date."....
We celebrated a day early, because Sundays things close early and there's more of a time crunch. I woke up today and Paul and I started the day off by watching Army Wives. Yes, he wanted to watch army wives. We spent several hours just spending quality time together. Time where we were just concentrating on each other and being in love :-) We got ready for our date. Took our time and just made everything relaxed. I wore a red dress and Paul wore a polo shirt with dark jeans...and his wedding band. We went to Target and bought a few things for cheeeaaap with coupons. Had to get some couponing in there! Then we went to Saltgrass Steakhouse to eat. It's one of our favorite restaurants here. It's definitely expensive, but an anniversary is a good reason to spend money. I was able to stick to my diet and still thoroughly enjoy my meal. That made me really happy...really! Dinner took a while, but it was nice to just sit and enjoy Paul's company. We had limited phone use today, so it was extra special being together. After dinner, Paul took me to Motherhood Maternity....romantic, right? lol!! He bought me 4 nursing bras since that was the only thing left that I needed to buy before Audrey came. Now I feel really prepared and Paul was super sweet and understanding while bra shopping. We came home after that and worked in the yard together for a little bit, until it got too dark. Then we cuddled up on the couch together and watched tv.
It may not sound like the best date, but to me...it was amazing!! It's way too common for us to be together without appreciating each other. There are times when you feel more like roommates than husband and wife, so reconnecting us necessary. Getting that quality, devoted time with my husband today was SO refreshing and just what my heart and soul had been needing, especially with this baby coming soon!! I think I'm just wanting to really enjoy our one on one time while it really is just us two. Well, I'm getting sleepy and my husband is already asleep beside me so I think I will hunker down and see if I can sleep. I am SO thankful for this wonderful life God has blessed me with.
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