...No, I am not going to sing the theme song to that old show. LOL! I was just sitting here thinking about my engagement and pending marriage.
You see at least 2 other times I was engaged and clearly they both didn't work out. When I look at my ring, (pictures coming soon; I promise) I realize there is something completely different in this ring. This ring is the real thing.
It's like my last knee surgery. The first two were so different from this last one. I feel stronger and more confident that this one is the one that finally "fixed" me.
With this 3rd engagement, I realize that I finally have the man that God created for me and me for him. I know that without any doubt, even in the not so good of times; that Steve and I were meant to be.
Now that we are engaged, I find myself thinking about everything from colors to where we will live and so on. I find myself overthinking; which I am very good at. It's funny, 8 months ago we were just friends with a pinch more there growing...and now we are heading down the road to be husband and wife.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
He asked...
...and I said, "YES!"
So, I have been asked to blog about my proposal. Ok, here it goes....
For a while now Steve and I have been talking about getting married and all that good stuff that comes with getting married. All the while just taking things as they come because in life there are no real certainties that things will work out the way you hope that they do. Well, it was getting close to Christmas and Steve started bringing up a little more; I was pretty sure that he was going to ask for at Christmas but not too long before Christmas he suggests with money being tight for us both that we just focus on getting presents for our families and then we would wait until after the New Year to get our presents for each other. This was fine by me because I am more of a giver than a taker. Ok, so skipping ahead.
We were at his night job last week week, I believe it was Wednesday; when he says that he going to need me the coming Tuesday which was last night but that was all he said. I politely reminded him that I was going to be needed at my brother's and his wife's that night. He said, "I'll change that." I was a little on the weary side of that because of how my brother and his wife are when it comes to needing my help, they will not let go of me for anyone unless it is a great emergency. Well, thinking that Jeremy is going to say no; I was pretty much prepared for a let down. But the no never came and all he said was ok. I was thinking that was a little strange. I asked Steve what he needed me for and all he said was, "It's a surprise." Now I am thinking, "Ok! What could it be?" I kind of let it go until that Friday night when I asked him if it was my Christmas present, he gave his standard; I-wanna-say-yes-but-I-love-to-torture-you answer, "Maybe". I knew that was a yes. I kept asking questions. After a while he says, "Ok! You want to know so badly, I am going to just act it out for you." I started to protest because I wanted to wait until the actual day that he had things planned out. But he acted it out anyway. I didn't believe him when he got on one knee and pretended to open a box and hold it out to me. And then he asked me...he told me later he wanted to ask me in private before he gave me a ring for all to see first because he is somewhat of a private person. I didn't mind it one bit. But then with certain bills coming up, I started to wonder if he had even gotten a ring or was going to be able to if he hadn't already. So, when Tuesday came and nothing special happened like he said it would; I was feeling a little bummed. Skipping ahead again....
So, I am sitting in the living room while Steve is shampooing the carpets. He comes over and sits next to me, taking a break. He said, "I really wanted to do this in a special way but it looks like that is not going to happen." He then got on one knee and pulls out the box. He said, "I love you. Will you be my wife and live with me in the hard times and the good times; no matter what comes our way, until our last day of life?" I told him yes.
Now for the ladies who want the details of the ring...I have been told that it is just a temporary ring, that the "real" one will be better than the one I have now. It's a round cut solitare. I will post pictures soon.
So, there it is...the proposal.
So, I have been asked to blog about my proposal. Ok, here it goes....
For a while now Steve and I have been talking about getting married and all that good stuff that comes with getting married. All the while just taking things as they come because in life there are no real certainties that things will work out the way you hope that they do. Well, it was getting close to Christmas and Steve started bringing up a little more; I was pretty sure that he was going to ask for at Christmas but not too long before Christmas he suggests with money being tight for us both that we just focus on getting presents for our families and then we would wait until after the New Year to get our presents for each other. This was fine by me because I am more of a giver than a taker. Ok, so skipping ahead.
We were at his night job last week week, I believe it was Wednesday; when he says that he going to need me the coming Tuesday which was last night but that was all he said. I politely reminded him that I was going to be needed at my brother's and his wife's that night. He said, "I'll change that." I was a little on the weary side of that because of how my brother and his wife are when it comes to needing my help, they will not let go of me for anyone unless it is a great emergency. Well, thinking that Jeremy is going to say no; I was pretty much prepared for a let down. But the no never came and all he said was ok. I was thinking that was a little strange. I asked Steve what he needed me for and all he said was, "It's a surprise." Now I am thinking, "Ok! What could it be?" I kind of let it go until that Friday night when I asked him if it was my Christmas present, he gave his standard; I-wanna-say-yes-but-I-love-to-torture-you answer, "Maybe". I knew that was a yes. I kept asking questions. After a while he says, "Ok! You want to know so badly, I am going to just act it out for you." I started to protest because I wanted to wait until the actual day that he had things planned out. But he acted it out anyway. I didn't believe him when he got on one knee and pretended to open a box and hold it out to me. And then he asked me...he told me later he wanted to ask me in private before he gave me a ring for all to see first because he is somewhat of a private person. I didn't mind it one bit. But then with certain bills coming up, I started to wonder if he had even gotten a ring or was going to be able to if he hadn't already. So, when Tuesday came and nothing special happened like he said it would; I was feeling a little bummed. Skipping ahead again....
So, I am sitting in the living room while Steve is shampooing the carpets. He comes over and sits next to me, taking a break. He said, "I really wanted to do this in a special way but it looks like that is not going to happen." He then got on one knee and pulls out the box. He said, "I love you. Will you be my wife and live with me in the hard times and the good times; no matter what comes our way, until our last day of life?" I told him yes.
Now for the ladies who want the details of the ring...I have been told that it is just a temporary ring, that the "real" one will be better than the one I have now. It's a round cut solitare. I will post pictures soon.
So, there it is...the proposal.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
A New Year
Wow! Talk about falling off the face of the plant??? It's been almost a month since I last blogged anything. So, to make up for lost time I will bring in the new year kickin' it blog style.
First and foremost, my new nephew arrived yesterday morning at 9:07am weighing in at 8.75 lbs and 20.6 inches long. BIG BOY!!!! His name is Wyatt Alan Redick (2nd middle name may be spelled wrong because I keep forgetting to ask my sis in law how she spells it). He is the final addition to the Wilson clan for my brother and his wife. And boy does he fit that mold. He already knows what he wants when he wants it but fortunately, does make too much of a fuss about it...at least not yet; we are still waiting to see how his little personality is. If he is anything like his Big Sister and Brother, it will not take long.
In other news, Steve and I are doing well. We are still taking things as they come and learning more and more about each other as the days pass by. I am so blessed with him in my life. I can't see my life with him now, not that I saw it before when we first met 7 years ago.
Things with my knee are getting better each day, although there are days when I don't always feel that way. But they are getting better. Hopefully, I will be able to get good news when I see my doctor again and he tells me that I can start looking for a part-time job of some sort...until then, I am looking into becoming an Avon consultant. I will keep that detail open as it becomes more updated.
That is about all...til next time.
First and foremost, my new nephew arrived yesterday morning at 9:07am weighing in at 8.75 lbs and 20.6 inches long. BIG BOY!!!! His name is Wyatt Alan Redick (2nd middle name may be spelled wrong because I keep forgetting to ask my sis in law how she spells it). He is the final addition to the Wilson clan for my brother and his wife. And boy does he fit that mold. He already knows what he wants when he wants it but fortunately, does make too much of a fuss about it...at least not yet; we are still waiting to see how his little personality is. If he is anything like his Big Sister and Brother, it will not take long.
In other news, Steve and I are doing well. We are still taking things as they come and learning more and more about each other as the days pass by. I am so blessed with him in my life. I can't see my life with him now, not that I saw it before when we first met 7 years ago.
Things with my knee are getting better each day, although there are days when I don't always feel that way. But they are getting better. Hopefully, I will be able to get good news when I see my doctor again and he tells me that I can start looking for a part-time job of some sort...until then, I am looking into becoming an Avon consultant. I will keep that detail open as it becomes more updated.
That is about all...til next time.
Thursday, December 11, 2008
A ramble of a blog
Some might say that the choice I am about or rather have made. For a while now, more so since my surgery, I have been feeling like I needed to make some changes in my life. More specifically, letting go of certain people in my life that are not; in all honesty, healthy for me and my well-being.
Moving on, things with Steve are great. We've had a few learning moments but that is what happens with a new relationship. You are learning about yourself with a new person and a new person in how their lives are. Of course, Steve and I had our learning moment as friends but now we are more than just friends and learning the romantic side of things or the lack of a better way of putting. We are learning how to love each other as people, friends and, life mates. It's a test at times for me because I have only known those guys that just do not make good boyfriends and Steve well, he is on the other end of the spectrum to where I need to almost learn that he is not like the rest and that I can truly believe everything he says and does. And that there is nothing I cannot tell him and he will accept it and help me when I need it.
I am not sure if this ramble made any sense but there it is....
Moving on, things with Steve are great. We've had a few learning moments but that is what happens with a new relationship. You are learning about yourself with a new person and a new person in how their lives are. Of course, Steve and I had our learning moment as friends but now we are more than just friends and learning the romantic side of things or the lack of a better way of putting. We are learning how to love each other as people, friends and, life mates. It's a test at times for me because I have only known those guys that just do not make good boyfriends and Steve well, he is on the other end of the spectrum to where I need to almost learn that he is not like the rest and that I can truly believe everything he says and does. And that there is nothing I cannot tell him and he will accept it and help me when I need it.
I am not sure if this ramble made any sense but there it is....
Thursday, November 27, 2008
I am Thankful....
...for God and all that He is in my life. Without Him I am truly nothing.
...for my family. They give me the ability to believe in myself when I forget how to. I love them very much.
...for my friends. New and old friends show me so much. They show me what is real and what is not so real in friendship.
...for my little animal children. They love me unconditionally without a doubt.
...for my other family (Steve's Family). Although we have yet to really get to know each other, I know that one day we will have a bond that will be unbreakable.
...for the my niece Ava and Nephews, Cole and Wyatt. They give me every reason in the world to believe in life and miracles.
...for my boyfriend/future husband, Steve. I never thought I would find a real man who believes in life, love and, more importantly God. He gives me every reason to believe.
...for my family. They give me the ability to believe in myself when I forget how to. I love them very much.
...for my friends. New and old friends show me so much. They show me what is real and what is not so real in friendship.
...for my little animal children. They love me unconditionally without a doubt.
...for my other family (Steve's Family). Although we have yet to really get to know each other, I know that one day we will have a bond that will be unbreakable.
...for the my niece Ava and Nephews, Cole and Wyatt. They give me every reason in the world to believe in life and miracles.
...for my boyfriend/future husband, Steve. I never thought I would find a real man who believes in life, love and, more importantly God. He gives me every reason to believe.
Monday, November 24, 2008
Attempting to waste time...
I sit here is a very blah mood. I am trying not to be so blah but you see the thing is, I am not having very much success. Today as much as I could I tried to keep busy. That's been somewhat difficult because of my current situation, I gots me a bum leg and I can't get around very well. While I am better than I was, I still have a long way to go before I am better completely. I cleaned today and put away clean laundry. That took me a few hours and then by the time I was done with all of that, I decided to get myself a shower; which is a feat in and of itself. Then by the time I got that done, Mom came home and we had a small birthday thing and watched some re-runs of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition for a few hours.
Now I am here. It's nearing 11pm and I am going stir crazy. I've been in this position 2 other times and let me tell you, it still sucks. As I stated above, it's hard to get around. I have to wear this knee emobilizer. It is not only the most uncomfortable thing that I can think of in the world at this moment but it's the most incredibly annoying thing in the world at this moment too. Now this one is way better than the first two I had for my other surgeries but it's still annoying and uncomfortable. It slides down as I am walking so I have to try and take smaller strides and move slower. This has helped but it still slides down or gets all crooked like. It's just flat out annoying.
I am trying to hang on until I can see Steve again. It's driving me nuts!!!! I knew I would miss him but I honestly didn't think I would miss him this much. You know it makes me think about past relationships. I never missed my now exes like I miss Steve. It's weird in a way. But I know it's because I finally found real love. It's amazing. I look at him and I know like I did the first day I saw him after 7 years of not seeing each other, that he was the one that God had made for me. For the 6 months that we were in friends only/kinda dating mode, I told myself that he probably doesn't see me any other way but as a friend. But I recently found out that he would want to ask me out but would back down the moment he felt what he felt. He said this happened 3 different times. He said, "Then I just finally couldn't hold back anymore."
Ok, I think I better end this babble fest and call it a night. Maybe tomorrow will be a faster day than today was or at least the way it felt.
Now I am here. It's nearing 11pm and I am going stir crazy. I've been in this position 2 other times and let me tell you, it still sucks. As I stated above, it's hard to get around. I have to wear this knee emobilizer. It is not only the most uncomfortable thing that I can think of in the world at this moment but it's the most incredibly annoying thing in the world at this moment too. Now this one is way better than the first two I had for my other surgeries but it's still annoying and uncomfortable. It slides down as I am walking so I have to try and take smaller strides and move slower. This has helped but it still slides down or gets all crooked like. It's just flat out annoying.
I am trying to hang on until I can see Steve again. It's driving me nuts!!!! I knew I would miss him but I honestly didn't think I would miss him this much. You know it makes me think about past relationships. I never missed my now exes like I miss Steve. It's weird in a way. But I know it's because I finally found real love. It's amazing. I look at him and I know like I did the first day I saw him after 7 years of not seeing each other, that he was the one that God had made for me. For the 6 months that we were in friends only/kinda dating mode, I told myself that he probably doesn't see me any other way but as a friend. But I recently found out that he would want to ask me out but would back down the moment he felt what he felt. He said this happened 3 different times. He said, "Then I just finally couldn't hold back anymore."
Ok, I think I better end this babble fest and call it a night. Maybe tomorrow will be a faster day than today was or at least the way it felt.
Sunday, November 23, 2008
The Birthday Blog
So tomorrow (November 24th) is my birthday. To be exact it is my 31st birthday. I am not sure how to feel about it. This is for a few different reasons.
1) I am turning 31....who wants to get older???
2) My boyfriend, Steve is not here to celebrate it...he is in Louisanna for the holiday and as it with my current condition could not travel with him.
3) I am not into birthdays much anymore...
I don't know, I guess it's a "getting older" thing. I am trying to look at it as a new beginning. A new year to make my life better, myself a better person and, all that comes with new beginnings. So with that said, Happy Birthday to me!
1) I am turning 31....who wants to get older???
2) My boyfriend, Steve is not here to celebrate it...he is in Louisanna for the holiday and as it with my current condition could not travel with him.
3) I am not into birthdays much anymore...
I don't know, I guess it's a "getting older" thing. I am trying to look at it as a new beginning. A new year to make my life better, myself a better person and, all that comes with new beginnings. So with that said, Happy Birthday to me!
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