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Behind the Blogger: Man Beside the Blogger
October 06, 2015
Happy Tuesday! Today, I have teamed with Stephanie from Casa Watkins, Deb from Seeking Lavender Lane, Ruthie from Refashionably Late, and Jen from Fresh Crush for another "Behind the blogger" themed post. Today we will be talking about our main squeeze in an "open" post format...no questions to answer, just sharing our thoughts about our significant other and maybe even some background information on how we met and why they make our heart beat.
It is no secret that I met and dated my husband in high school. I knew I loved him from the moment we started to get to know each other; he was funny, intelligent, good looking, ambitious, and excited about life. He was everything none of my other boyfriends were. I knew he was different. I don't want anyone to think that the feelings were mutual...prior to us dating, he did not even know I existed...I did not chase him, mutual friends had a role in us dating. I did have a uber crush on him and possibly told some people...maybe even stopped by his job a few time. Yeah, I really liked him!
(Our high School prom picture)
After high school, I went off to college a few hours away from home. We continued to date and then he went on his mission. I waited for him. Our relationship has ALWAYS been at a good place and we both have always been understanding of each other's needs. While on his mission, I wrote him weekly to let him know I still cared. He was my first love and I knew with all my heart that someday I would marry him. I LOVED him and I LOVE him even more today. Our marriage isn't roses, we do have our problems, but it is nothing that will dismiss our love and loyalty to each other. We know what makes each other tick and we know how to have fun. He knows how to make me laugh even when I am not in the greatest of moods. He knows me like no other and he understands me and why I am who I am.
(Our Wedding Engagement photo)
He is not only my husband, he is my children's father, my superman, my knight and shining armor, my LOVE. I know he loves me with all his heart and I can only hope I "know him know him" as much as he knows me. He is a GREAT father!! I could have not asked for a better man to father my children. He is patient, kind, and loving with our kids...I can only smile when he is in their presence because you can just feel his love for them! I am so blessed to have someone so anxiously engaged in my children and dedicated to them. One of his favorite things to do is to take my daughters out on daddy-daughter dates. That alone warms my heart. He is not perfect, neither am I, but I would not have it any other way....we both do our best to be our best and I am happy to have him walk this journey of parenthood with me.
(Us after 2 kids)
Besides being all of the above, he is most certainly my MAIN supporter when it comes to me blogging and my passion for design. He reads my blog daily, likes all of my social media pictures and comments, and offers support in a way that no one else has. He may not chip in on helping me with my projects, but he does run my craigslist errands and picks up any big purchases that I have made at the thrift store or home improvement stores. He is NOT the most handy person so asking him to do something would take excessive watching over the shoulder (which I cannot do, I am so impatient) but besides that he has a very demanding job; so even if I wanted to ask him to help, his time doing so would be very limited. One way he includes himself in my projects is by chiming in on what he thinks goes and does not go when it comes to decorating the house. Let's just say his voice is very loud when it comes to helping me make decorating decisions...I would be lying if I did not say, " I tune him out every once in a while." Haha! I love him, I love that he supports me in all I do and that he has an opinion about it...and that is all that matters.
(Us after 3 kids)
One thing I can sum up about the Man Beside the Blogger is that although wiser and older he is STILL the funny, intelligent, good looking, ambitious, and the excited about life young man that I fell in love with 13 years ago. To the moon and back, forever and ever...I love him!
On a side note...dang, we aged a little! Ha! I love this man and I am so happy that I was able to share with you a BIG piece of my heart. Thank you for stopping by and...
Do not forget to stop by and read my co-host post on their main squeeze!
Jen from Fresh Crush
22 comments
I don't think you aged ONE bit!!!! You guys are so cute and I'm so glad you have a good man. I think we married the exact same kind of guy! lol NOT handy, but will run all over for me! :) You two created some beautiful children too!!!! Love getting to know you all better.
ReplyDeleteHaha! Thanks Sara, you are too kind. Thanks for stopping by and we must be one out of a handful whose hubby is not into DIY. lol!
DeleteYou are such a lovely couple! It sounds like you've found everything any woman could ask for in a life partner! The way you described him sounds a lot like my hubby too. He's not perfect but he will do ANYTHING for me and our children. Best of all, a man who supports his woman's hobbies and passions...that's a keeper ;-)
ReplyDeleteThank you Shelly and sorry it took me a while to respond. Yep, you describe my man down to a T! You too must be a lucky lady...it sounds like you have a keeper.
DeleteAwwwwww! You guys are so cute! I loved reading this story, Jess!
ReplyDeleteP.S. The whole time I was reading and scrolling through photos I was thinking, "Dang! You are ageless!" You guys are a great looking couple! :)
Haha! You are way too kind...I think my glasses may be foggy...everyone says that we did not age, maybe it is just me. LOL!
DeleteThis is so cute. I love hearing stories of other high school sweethearts. I definitely think the bond is different when you finish growing up together :)
ReplyDeleteMost certainly! Thanks Alexandra for sharing your thoughts.
DeleteThat is so amazing that you met in high school. Your love seems so strong and what an amazing bond. What a great looking couple too! Loved hearing your story and sharing some of the older photos were amazing to see.
ReplyDeleteYes Deb, our love is strong. Thanks for your sweet words!
Deleteaw.... I love this!!
ReplyDeleteJess I love that you guys are high school sweethearts! I feel like that is rare and so special you have that! You two seem so in love and have a happy and beautiful family!
ReplyDeleteAwww, thank you Ruthie!
DeleteThis is such a sweet post. The connection that you and your husband have is so wonderful to read about. You are both beautiful inside and out.
ReplyDeleteThanks Shann!
DeleteY'all are a beautiful couple!
ReplyDeleteGreat love story! All the photos were fun to look through
ReplyDeleteThis is so sweet and you guys look amazing together! It's always great to read about other women who have been as lucky in love as I am with H! I really love this :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Trish! I enjoy reading your stories as well.
DeleteHow cute! I have a few friends that are married and were high school sweethearts. It is such a fun way to start your life together. He seems like a great man!
ReplyDeleteThank you, he is a wonderful man!
DeleteThis is so sweet! I love that he was your high school sweetheart. :)
ReplyDeletexo, Caitlin
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