Wednesday, January 28, 2009

"To Two Years & BEYOND!"

I'd like to take a moment to pay tribute to our two-year anniversary which was yesterday. You know the phrase from Buzz Light Year, "To Infinity...& Beyond!" It reminds me of embarking on marriage because it's a journey that will go forever and then some! Two years is hardly anything, but it feels like a lot because I already know this journey lasts forever. I'm so grateful for the covenant (commitment) that Brian and I have made together and am blessed to know that it will go to infinity and beyond! I love the thought of that.

I also love to brag about Brian. I feel this to be an appropriate occasion to do so. :) He is first of all a joy to be with. I love to see him each day and laugh and play and tease each other. He compliments me freely and generously and is always grateful for the things I do for him. He likewise finds ways to "treat me" by playing Scrabble (which he dislikes) or by giving me a good back rub. I like to give him big hugs and be beside him at night. I like it when he smiles at me and says I'm a "stink." It's fun to flirt with him. He's good at being the caretaker of the family and makes me feel secure. I like that he's adventurous, too. He's very talented and can fix things or figure out things and doesn't give up while trying. He's got a logical way of thinking and I like the way we can discuss things together and make decisions. We have a solid and happy marriage and I don't think there's anything better in life!

Monday, January 12, 2009

A little trim


Okay, okay, so it's a pretty BIG trim. I generally have one of these every winter. I like to grow out my hair all year until it's nice a long, then get a nice big cut for a change of pace and start the cycle all over again. I guess that's just how I like to do it. This year I felt like pushing my limits a little further and now you see- it's definitely the shortest I've ever gone! 
I'm happy to have gone the distance and been daring and I'm glad Brian is supportive and just fine with the change. I must admit, though, that I feel not quite like myself so it's probably not a style I'll stick with... but I'll enjoy it while it lasts! 


Joyeux Anniversaire!

I like being a New Year's Baby; it's a fun holiday to be born on. This year I'm 22... I'm now past all of the "cool years" like 16, 18, & 21 but whatever! It's a good thing that life moves forward. Besides, 22 certainly isn't something to complain about!
Only for very special occasions, will Brian ever allow me to have Ben & Jerry's ice cream (he doesn't have much appreciation for quality ice cream like I do)... however, this occasion qualifies for such indulgences and so he indulged me- I couldn't be any happier! Brian also bought me a sweet Willow Tree figurine which I will treasure. Joyeux Anniversaire a moi! (Happy Birthday to me!)