TGP: Day 19

Day 19

Friday, August 19th, 2011

Another busy day today!  Whenever you know in advance that you're going to be "out of the loop" for a bit - there is so much preparation, both in the office and at home.  Phew!  I think the upcoming three weeks of rest and recuperation will be of double benefit.

William was able to get an early flight home this evening, providing time for a date night that would've been impossible otherwise.  Date nights have always been important to us - and no doubt, date nights help us stay emotionally connected, while simply enjoying each other's company, and maintaining the friendship that was core to our foundation.  We know too many married couples who neglect "dating". Too many focus on careers and children and at some point start taking their "best friend" for granted, causing that most important relationship to falter.

In my HUMBLE opinion - date nights are crucial to a happy marriage. Dates don't have to be expensive...but do need to be intentional and fun. When the children were small - "dates" were no less important than they are now.  In fact, I think date nights led to a happier, better connected "us"  which ultimately benefitted our three babies and made us better parents.

We both desire quality "downtime" together - whether sitting on the deck on Sunday evenings, movie nights in the den, or weekend getaways. When life at times seems overwhelming, date nights help put everything in perspective. Date nights sharpen us as a couple, elicit laughter and "good tears" , while building new memories and reflecting on cherished old ones. 

While totally undeserved, I'm grateful for my husband - for the way he takes care of me, and in the ways he's intentional about creating special moments for us to share.  He's very caring and he is protective.  While I'm at peace with next week's surgery, it's obvious after tonight, that he's greatly concerned.  Having another care so deeply for you is indescribably amazing, comforting and trustbuilding.  He is my biggest fan and my forever best friend....and I am his.

We are two imperfect people,

still growing, but growing  together.

For my wonderful Husband,

my very best friend -

I have and will always be grateful... 

He loves me well. 

So much more than I deserve.