Yesterday I caught Marcus reading my blog.
Actually, I didn't catch him. He was sitting next to me at the library when all of the sudden he turned to be with the IHEL look in his eyes to tell me he loved me.
I wondered what had brought about such affection. He looked embarrassed and wouldn't tell me. After some gentle probing, he admitted that he was reading the first two tabs on my blog (A Lovely Love Story and Us.)
and the memories made him happy. I could tell that he felt good knowing that I was so happy with him.
We've only been married for about a year and a half and even still, remembering is our favorite thing.
We regularly talk about our engagement and how much we hated going home at night.
We talk about our wedding and being surrounded by our family.
We both were so full of love, I'm sure those around us feared a human explosion.
We talk about our 7-week honeymoon adventure, and how it was well-worth the wait.
And then we remember when we moved back up to school and the reality of life began.
And it was beautiful.
Lots of days are busy and 'regular.'
They aren't always filled with magic and romance, but we still get giddy when we're done watching a movie and we know we get to go snuggle in bed. We appreciate it, because we remember what it was like when we couldn't.
We can't wait to see each other after a long day of work because we're each other's best friend.
Little notes around the house showing appreciation can still be found under a pillow or taped to the mirror, because we know courtship isn't over.
We regularly talk about our engagement and how much we hated going home at night.
We talk about our wedding and being surrounded by our family.
We both were so full of love, I'm sure those around us feared a human explosion.
I read out-loud from my journal, and we laugh about the early stages of dating.
And it was beautiful.
They aren't always filled with magic and romance, but we still get giddy when we're done watching a movie and we know we get to go snuggle in bed. We appreciate it, because we remember what it was like when we couldn't.
We can't wait to see each other after a long day of work because we're each other's best friend.
Little notes around the house showing appreciation can still be found under a pillow or taped to the mirror, because we know courtship isn't over.
It's beautiful to know that he's always there to hold me up when I'm feeling down, and that I'm always there to listen to his dreams in the morning.
Sometimes the reason I'm feeling down is silly, but sometimes his dreams are silly, too.
The best thing we can do for each other is to remember the good times, not to judge each other for the bad times, and just love, and receive love in return.
Afterall, that's what a marriage is all about, isn't it?
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7 week honeymoon?! oh em gee. i want one of those.
let me tell you, I love love loved this post!!! What a beautiful thing you 2 share :)
simply beautiful. i loved the first part of being married, but it gets even better with time. :)
I'm an engaged lady...and you make me so excited to start the marriage journey with my fella. Thanks for being such a good example of what love should be.
this is too sweet for words :)
it was rather splendid.
thank you, sweet girl!
that is wonderful :)
oh yay! congratulations :)
thanks girl!
I love that first picture! So beautiful!
And Hubby and I love reminiscing on our [very short] courtship. I love knowing that, like you said, it isn't really over, and we have eternity to spend with each other.
Crazy story...
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Such a small world...................
You are SO BEAUTIFUL. And you two are seriously such a perfect match.
Thanks for a lovely story
This was so cute. Probably my favorite post you've written. My best friend just left for the MTC yesterday, and it's going to be a long two years but I know it's worth it because one day I will be able to feel the things you've described in this lovely post. Thank you Ashley.
This was the sweetest post EVER! I loved reading it and sharing in your sweet love story. You two are adorable and I wish you a lifetime of happiness.
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This is beautiful. I am so happy for you, and happy that your happiness in your new marriage is still going. it gives me hope and excitement for my own future temple marriage. thank you for this post!
This is so sweet and I'm glad you guys are so happy together. You make one cute couple, that's for sure.
How beautiful :)
Marriage is beautiful. Thanks for reminding me <3
I loved this post!! It was so wonderful! You two are adorable together. I hope to one day have a love like yours. I love reading about your love for each other, I think it is wonderful!
I love your wedding dress! This was a sweet post. :)
-Arielle
JUST TODAY my husband and I talked about him reading my blog. He said, "complete strangers know more about my wife than I do...wait, you wrote about our engagement? oh wait, is that the first picture we took together?" it was really sweet.
we're all connected somehow! hahah
thank you :)
that's really sweet! thank you and hang it there
thank you so much for the well wishes :)
it really is!
You guys kill me. I so wish I was married. I am in the dating game right now and most of the time, I wish I could just find someone that has as much love as you two do. So adorable!!
sweet post =)
Aw, I'm just a little bit, or very, jealous. I hope I get to experience something like what you guys have some day.
Thank you for this sweet post today! I feel inspired to make it a special day for my husband now. You guys seem like an awesome couple!
You two make me happy.
this is super cute. thanks for posting this.. it's very honest and beautiful. i love how you talk about how it's not always romantic, but you still get giddy when you get to go to bed and snuggle cuz I'm the same way with my boyfriend. That's my favorite time of the day. Have a wonderful weekend. <3
great post. What a blessing! Marriage is such a beautiful thing that I pray I'll get to enjoy one day.
Aw you guys are so cute! lovely post girl :D
'The best thing we can do for each other is to remember the good times, not to judge each other for the bad times, and just love..'this isn't the first time i've found quotes in what you say that very literally strengthen my belief in the prospects of real life love.
oh man, that makes me so happy! it's real!
What a sweet post. You guys are adorable of course. Love is the best thing ever.
omg this is so cute. you two look like your so in love and happy as can be!
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Awww I love this!
This is so beautiful :) It made me think of my husband and me because we do the exact same things. It's so fun to remember the good times and think of all the great times ahead of you both in your marriage. I love your blog
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You both remind me how much I need to actively cherish and tell my boyfriend how much I love him and how happy I am that he is in my life. Thank you.
just found your blog and LOVE this post! i agree, that is what marriage is all about!!! now your newest follower!
This was so beautiful!
You guys are adorable! I blogged about this post:) It made me really happy
You guys are so adorable <3
You guys are too cute, this melted my ice-cold heart!
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