After almost a year, with a lot of hard stuff thrown in, DH and I finally got out for a DATE last weekend! Without children! It was so special to be out together ALONE! We shared a delicious uninterrupted dinner, and then took a peaceful walk on the beach while our toes got splashed by the waves. It may sound a little silly, but it was so nice to walk holding hands with my husband. Typically, I’m holding at least one child’s hand, so this was unusual and something I didn’t take for granted as we strolled. I love my children so very much, but spending time together alone with my special man was heavenly!

We’ve been through so much this past year. Lots of difficult with lots of beautiful sprinkled in. I am so thankful for this guy to do life with. We make a great team and he’s always there to support me. I look forward to the end of every day when we can sit down and reconnect after all the day’s stuff. Married for almost 12 years, and I love him more every day! We live a crazy life, but it’s filled with a whole lot of love.