Time Flies

Last night I was laying in a heap on the couch with a fever of 101 F, half conscious, with my boys watching Dora the Explorer, while visiting with my mom on the phone.  She asked how my day was (a question I'm sure she didn't realize what she was in for when she asked) and what my plans were for tomorrow (today).  I mentioned that it was Ryan and I's six year anniversary, and how he had some great things planned, but we were going to have to rearrange and she commented "You're right up there with us!".  "Too funny, mom," I said, "You and dad have been married for 28 years!  I think Ryan and I have a ways to go."  But then I started thinking,Time Flies!

(I was going through some random things on Monday and found this picture...our Engagement picture...we were SO young!  It made me giggle at how much hair we had...the lack of dark circles under our eyes, not to mention how 'skinny' we were.)

I sometimes let opportunities to let my sweet heart know just how much I appreciate him pass me by...After I got home form work yesterday, he graciously (and without complaining) let me take an hour bath, and while I slept in the warm water to try to easy my body's achiness; he took care of and fed our boys.  Last night he took time from helping a young man in our ward with his Eagle Project and playing basketball with his buddies to drive across town to get me a Jamba Juice, then came home and put the boys in bed.  Each day he lovingly cares for our boys (okay, there are moments of contention, but what family doesn't have that!) while I go to work or a doctor's appointment, or take time for myself.  (And believe me, with his recent GRADUATION, we're both looking forward to a 'role reversal'....and a switch back to normalcy.)

The past year has been but a roller coaster.  We've merely been surviving.  Mentally & emotionally.  He's been feverishly working on schoolwork to be able to graduate next week.  I've been pluggin' along at work so we can pay the bills.  This pregnancy has done a number to my body...and Ryan has been such a great help when I'm just too exhausted to do anything.  It's been a while since we've actually taken time for EACH OTHER and we're looking forward to the many years to come, creating memories and adventures we'll never forget.  Time Flies.

My Ryan is one of the most un-selfish people I know.  I am so thankful that we chose to be together for Eternity, because there's no one else I'd rather have by my side when I'm having body chills, puking my guts out, birthing our children, having a bad hair day, burning dinner, and trying to be the best for him.  I could go on, but I think you get my drift.  He's simply wonderful, and I adore my sweet husband.  I suppose I should slow down a bit and NOT let time fly...by enjoying every moment, high or low. 

Love you, Babe!