In bloom

Jeff bought these flowers for me at Pike Place Market on Saturday.

We had spent the previous evening at a swell hotel in downtown Seattle. Our room had a great view and the restaurant on the 28th floor also provided a breathtaking view of downtown. Although we decided we liked the food at Red Robin better-what can I say, we're simple folk.

We have been married 14 years, which is an eternity for most people in this day and age.
But for us, it's just a drop in the bucket. We plan on much longer than that.
And we like eachother more than we did when we got married.

We try to get away at least once a year, just the two of us. We love our kids so much, but we've learned that when we pay attention to our marriage, and make sure that we are thriving as a couple, then everyone in the household benefits.

And of course, a lovely hotel room and no kids has it's benefits. *wink*

But being able to talk to eachother with no interruptions, about everything under the sun, reminds us of why we fell in love in the first place.

I'm reminded that Jeff is one of the funniest people I know. He makes me laugh all the time, even in Sunday school when I'm supposed to be paying attention, and instead I'm laughing so hard I'm shaking.

I remember that Jeff adores me and that I truly adore him. What could be better for children then to see their mom and dad love eachother?

And I am amazed that after 6 kids, countless moves, job changes, etc. we still like being together.
We still are the other's favorite person, and we still need eachother.

Always.