The definition of romance has changed for me over the years.
As a little girl, it was seeing my father bringing flowers home for my mom, or giving her a jewel-encrusted bracelet on Valentine’s Day. It was the image of a prince on horseback, rescuing a princess from her sleeping prison.
As a middle-schooler, romance was a Journey song that I quietly wept to in the back of my parents’ car, thinking about the boy I had a crush on.
In high-school, romance was a secret kiss at a friend’s party, or a boy I liked telling me I looked “hotter than I usually did”. And it was still a Journey song I wept quietly to.
As I got older and relationships got more serious, I defined romance as something surprising, like a gift I wasn’t expecting or a note under my pillow. It was a special dinner out, or a candlelit dinner in. It was flowery words and passionate sex. It was youth and fun and… Journey.
I’ve been with my husband for 15 years, and in April we will celebrate our 13th wedding anniversary. We’ve never been big on celebrating Valentine’s day or exchanging opulent gifts. We don’t tend to go out for many fancy meals, and we’re not really the “carriage through the park” people.
But yesterday, my husband took me in his arms and hugged me with all his strength. He thanked me for being his partner and for going through this life with him. And I am telling you, with all my heart, that that was the most romantic moment I have ever had. And Journey wasn’t even playing.
Very touching! I’m with you, that’s what romance is.
Totally, Sherry!! THE BEST!
Best gift of all… Unconditional Love and being told you are loved
I say you have been blessed with that gift, lady!
I am so blessed with that, Allison. I am aware of it every day.
Aww! ANOTHER awesome post. This was so sweet. Happy anniversary early! Oh wait, I’ll just tell you OVER LUNCH IN APRIL!!!
xoxo
YES, Melisa!!! And we’ll TOAST to it and everything!!! I’m so excited!!! xoxo
I totally understand what you are saying. A really great hug means more than just about anything you can buy me these days. (although I’d like to give diamonds a try – lol)
Yeah, Jennifer. I have more than enough THINGS. I’ve never been a big jewelry person, or anything like that. I have to say, even if I was, being told by the man I love that I am the woman he loves… There is truly no better feeling.
What a sweet story Lisa. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks, Laura!! Goodness, I hope you’re feeling better!!!!!!!