Monday, May 05, 2008

Soul Mate

As I quickly approach my 20th wedding anniversary, I am frequently reminded how/why we have been able to stay together for so long.

It's not because I am very easy to live with. It's not that I am a world class romantic. It's not that I am an extremely hard worker at home.

You see, love is about understanding and acceptance. Understanding and acceptance of the others' specific "uniquenesses". For my lovely wife sees me for what I am (a goofy, childish, dork) and accepts me as that.

Perfect example: she recently went along as a chaperone on one of our son's band trip to Washington D. C. Upon returning home, she gave each of the kids their new tshirt. Knowing I would likely mope around if I didn't get anything, she handed me a special gift she said screamed me when she saw it. She only asked that I not put it on my car.

Fair enough....it goes on my bookcase at work.

Thank you, honey :>)


4 comments:

Caffeinated Librarian said...

Dude. That is so you. The Mrs. is one wise woman...and patient. Very patient.

Chris said...

I will be stopping by to see this treasure.

Our 20th anniversary is the week following yours. We'll be spending a few days in Cincy watching my Cardinals square off against the Reds. Prudence knows me pretty well, too :)

How's the non-haircut coming?

Dory said...

LOL. LOVE IT!! She did good!

Guinevere said...

OMG. I swear you and M are from the same mold...or at least cast the same day. lol That bumper sticker is appropriate for him too...and I make the same comments about his hair. lol TOOOOOO weird. lol You crack me up!

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