Hallmark's Love Day

Day Forty: Today is Valentine's Day. My valentine (well, the big one) isn't with me...we aren't even in the same state. He'll probably be home in the wee hours of tomorrow. We spent Friday evening together as a very, very informal date. Yesterday, I gave him his gift. Just a box of chocolates, but under each piece I slipped a piece of paper with something I love about him - things he can and can't control, things I appreciate that he does, things I respect, things that describe who he is, etc. It wasn't fancy, but I thought it went along with the things I learned about him when we read The Five Love Languages. He said I get my "gift" Monday. Curious.

I don't like him being away in general. I guess I should be more sad that he is away today (if I were truly valentiney), but really I'm not. I'm the same sad...I always dislike him being away. My life is different without him around. I'm not alone. I'm not depressed. It's just different and, well, less.

Thank you, God, for my big Valentine (and the sweet little one too). Thank you for days that remind me to appreciate his love - the difference his presence in my life makes. Thank you for the way his love gives me a glimpse of Your love.

I am thankful that I have love in my life. So much love in my life...way more than just my husband's love. Friend and family love is immeasurable. God's love too. Thank you, God, for your provision.



What's this about? I decided on my birthday to make a commitment to being intentionally thankful. I challenged myself to post one thing I am thankful for everyday this year.