Today is for lovers

It has been [almost] six years since I met Mike. I was quickly drawn to him because of his work ethic and love for the gospel and family; his ability to keep me on my toes; and his curly red hair that I will never take for granted. We spent the first few years of knowing each other as just friends, but it was a rapid switch to more than friends as I got to know him better after his mission.

A fun story I like to remember from the early dating days was our first kiss. We were out on a date and the whole date we had been cuddling and holding hands and having the best date ever. When it came time for him to drop me back off at my apartment he came in for the kill and I totally chickened out. I quickly pulled away and said, "you should come in and meet my roommates!" HAHA. So, he came in and threw a smile on his face but I could tell he was bugged. After small talk with everyone (and I had to give myself a silent pep talk) I offered to walk him back outside. Once outside of the door he pulled me into a hug and pushed me (sweetly not aggressively) against the railing on the stoop of my apartment and kissed me real good. It was not your typical first kiss.. it was HOT. Call me biased. I am glad he was assertive and went after it!

I am so grateful for the last four years we have spent together. Mike has loved me unconditionally even in the moments I have been unlovable. He has taught me to never give up, to serve, to be patient, and to be more easy going. We have overcome some hard things in the last few years, and I am so grateful he has been by my side- sometimes fighting for me, sometimes dragging me through, and sometimes cheering me on.  He is everything I could have wanted in a companion and a best friend.

As we approach the end of another pregnancy and welcome another baby to our family while he is still pushing his way through school, he hasn't been scared, stressed, or worried. He has been trusting. Trusting of a plan that we are trying to obediently follow. He has been full of faith. And he has been so excited. That is the guy I married, and I am so glad I did! His strength and peaceful perspective have been the biggest help to me during this pregnancy.

Today I hope he knows how much I love, respect, and adore him! I am so grateful he is my husband and the father to our girls! May we all take the time to appreciate those we love today and everyday!

I sure love my feisty ginger. Happy Valentines Day!
Brookeydee

in love with love

dont worry- we didn't touch!

A long valentine's weekend is just what the doctor ordered! Lover boy has finally finished his training at work, which means he will be back to regular working hours (he has been burning the night oil working until 10:30pm everyday for 3 weeks all while keeping up on his schoolwork, it was miserable for all parties)! With training over, we celebrated! Saturday was our love day.  We decided to celebrate Vday early with a fancy four course dinner, a dance concert (HE IS TOO GOOD TO ME!), dessert run #2 #sorrynotsorry and a late night movie snuggle sesh. It was a wonderful Valentines Day!

Sunday was full of more loving. Mike got me beautiful flowers and my favorite treat, and I got him a new "cape" aka a northface jacket that he practically lives in. We took it easy.. really easy because there was a three hour nap involved (obviously we work too hard) haha! After we wasted most of our day snoozing, we went up to Mike's family's house and spent Valentine's evening with them. We came home to have some mint hot cocoa and watch a chick flick.

On Monday Mikey woke up and hit the kitchen to make me a YUMMY breakfast.  Gluten free pancakes and berries. (Do you see how much he spoils me!?) And we hit the mountain for a lovely (icy) hike.  Monday night reality struck as we slaved away over our homework that we put off all weekend.

Story time- During our hike on Monday there was ice everywhere!  We were sliding all over the place. The hike was pretty steep so as we came down the mountain we mostly had to slide our way down.  At one point we got going pretty fast and I took a big fall, and I mean BIG.  Mike did not even utter a tiny laugh.  He was at my side checking on everything (while I laughed hysterically) he offered to carry me down the rest of the way- which would have been a sure recipe for disaster! Point is- I have a good one and my tailbone may never be the same ;).

Here is a view of Utah Valley. although the air has been pretty gross, I love the monochromatic moody grey we have been experiencing! 

I just loved every moment of being with my Mike.  I love the little moments when we are snuggling and I can just feel him breathing.  Or when we lock eyes and he whispers to me. Or when he is exhausted and gives me a massage.  He has a heart of gold. I am so grateful for him!  He fills my heart with love and gratitude each and every passing day.

**Over the weekend we got to babysit my little niece for just a little while- she is yummy!  We had too much fun playing with her!  We sure love this girl!

lots and loads of love,
Brookeydee