I’ve been married for 23 years. (I got married when I was 6. It was a delightful ceremony attended by all of our closest first grade friends.) By now, I should already be convinced that My Marine is quality, Grade A, inspected and certified husband material. And I am. But he continues to find new ways to remind me.
Now, I’m not that into antiquing, but once in a while the mood hits me. For Mother’s Day, My Marine and my 3 kids (I haven’t come up with cool, bloggy, secret-identity names for them yet, but give it time – I will.) let me pick out a new tree.
Dia de Madre Tree
Yay! I’m soooo into planting new trees! My Marine also offered to take me to a movie. I said, “You know, how about instead of a movie, we hit some antique shops.”
Well, my friends, I’m sure you can imagine the face. It’s the Dear God…NO! face, with the Mother’s Day filter over it. “Sure,” he responds.
So, I described a big place I’d seen off the highway. I wasn’t exactly sure of the town, really, but it looked like a “big, red barn.” I asked if he knew the place and he said he thought so. However, we couldn’t find a name and we didn’t know if it was open so we went to some antique places closer to home.
Creepy doll just like I used to have, complete with cut hair.
A lamp that needs no words
Now, here’s the part where the man showed his true spirit – the spirit of a warrior.
The next weekend, he approached me and asked if I wanted to go find the “big, red barn” antiques place.
Did you catch that? HE offered to go antiquing again. The very next weekend, no less.
This guy…unbelievable!
Well, we found the big, red barn off the highway. It’s a fireworks place, but we’re both pretty sure that at one time it said Antiques on the building somewhere. Luckily, I had a back-up plan and had found a place nearby with 80, yes 80, consignment booths chock full of antiques. He powered through every booth with me. Never complained, never rushed me in the least.
How cool is this? It’s 3D! And it was only $25. I’m sure I’ll regret not getting it.
Awesome retro kitchen chairs!
When we got outside, he let out a dramatic sigh and I congratulated him. “You did it,” I said. “So, what did you think?”
He shook his head. “That place needs a match.”
Anyone else have a husband material story to share? Of course, I’d love to hear about wife material, too!
Loved the story.
Thanks!! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. It’s kind of fun to share our goofy family anecdotes.
Hi Jill! I loved your post! It is so refreshing to hear of a strong relationship like you two have. Too many times today, especially after years of marriage, too many couples are finding the faults in the other person as opposed to pointing out the positive! You too are an awesome couple and I feel lucky to be able to call you friends!
John
Hi John! I’m glad you enjoyed it. I agree with you, it’s easy to fall into finding fault with your partner, but I try to remind myself of how many of my faults he’s overlooking. Let me tell you, it’s not a small number. He really makes a point of going out of his way to do things for me. I am crazy lucky!! We’re lucky to have you, too. Good friends are hard to come by.
I love the stories and coming here and reading what’s new, it’s always refreshing to hear about other people’s real lives!
Hi Gayle. Thanks for coming by. I’m glad you enjoyed the stories and thanks a lot for leaving a comment!! So nice to hear from you.