February 21, 2008...2:01 pm
Friendship and Marriage
I just wanted to say a B*I*G thank you to all who commented on my post the other day. Sharing your words of wisdom and discipline insight were much appreciated. It also helped to know that I have so many supportive and caring friends out there. As cliche as it might sound, you are all truly amazing.
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I think it has been eons and then some since I last did a meme, but the other day the Duchess tagged me for the marriage one so I thought I would play along. After all, sometimes answering straight forward questions is much easier than writing a post of my own, especially when the writing progress is constantly interrupted by squabbling children. Someone has to be the referee.
How long have you been together? We will celebrate our 10 year anniversary this upcoming May.
How long did you date? (This response is a whole two or three posts in and of itself. Maybe this May I will write it all up. Until then, the Reader’s Digest version will have to suffice.) We met just a couple of days before our Freshman year of college. He liked me from the start, but in no way was I ready for another relationship after just getting out of one that wasn’t the best. So we hung out as “friends” for 7 months, or at least that was my explanation, and then we finally started dating. We ended up getting married after we had known each other for nearly 4 years.
How old is he? 31
Who eats more? Most of the time, he definitely eats more. He can eat all day long (he is a true garbage disposal), his sweet tooth is enormous, yet he never gains an ounce. Go figure.
Who said “I love you” first? He did. Before he said it, I had never even thought about it. Yes, I am a great romanticist - my how things have changed. However, not wanting to feel bad, I said it back. And then I realized I sincerely meant it.
Who is taller? Believe it or not, we are the same height, 5 feet 10 inches. OK, maybe I am a smidgen taller. So much for always wanting to marry someone taller than me
Who is smarter? Depends on the subject, but he is definitely a genius, hands down. I just love the fact that we enjoy talking about anything and everything and we always learn from each other.
Who does the laundry? I normally put it in the machines, but he always helps fold it and put it away. And he even puts all of his dirty socks and clothes where they belong. Yes, I know I am lucky.
Who does the dishes? Depends on who is not the laziest or busiest at the time, although he nearly always unloads the clean dishes with Keri’s help in the morning.
Who sleeps on the right side of the bed? Me.
Who pays the bills? Me, but we frequently talk about our finances so he knows where all the money is going.
Who mows the lawn? I wish we had a lawn.
Who cooks dinner? Me. However, if I asked him to, I am sure he would.
Who is more stubborn? This is a scary question. We both are … our poor kids.
Who kissed who first? He definitely kissed me first.
Who asked who out? Him again. Aren’t I helpful?
Who proposed? He did … twice in one night!
Who is more sensitive? Me, but I like the fact that he isn’t afraid to cry.
Who has more friends? I would say we were equal in this department, but he will claim I have more friends.
Who has more siblings? Me. There are 9 kids in my family and 4 in his.
**Feel free to play along. Let me know if you do, though, so I can come see all your answers.**
10 Comments
February 21, 2008 at 2:57 pm
The worst part of laundry is putting the clothes away! You are lucky! This was really fun to read.
February 21, 2008 at 3:13 pm
Hmmm, I wanna hear the story behind two proposals in one night. Did he forget he had already asked, or did you say no the first time? You’d better explain before my imagination gets out of control =)
February 21, 2008 at 5:27 pm
Sounds like a beautiful friendship… as most good marriages are : )
February 21, 2008 at 7:03 pm
we are so blessed to have such good men as husbands, aren’t we. i too am looking forward to your ‘dating’ post.
February 21, 2008 at 8:22 pm
I LOVE your blog. I read it almost everyday and enjoy hearing what you’re up to and what’s on your mind. Sounds like you are a blessed women!
February 22, 2008 at 9:15 am
You are lucky indeed! I love Neil to bits, but your guy could teach him a few things. =P
February 22, 2008 at 2:04 pm
It was so fun to read all your answers. Where did the 10 years go?
February 22, 2008 at 5:33 pm
Awww! I loved learning more about your hubby. It seems we blogger moms seem to always talk about the kiddos and kind of leave out the fact that we have another half! Your site is looking really pretty.
February 24, 2008 at 3:44 pm
Now THIS is a fun meme! I might have to play along at some point.
February 25, 2008 at 10:01 am
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