One of the most special Birthdays

So there once was this guy, who after a long day of travel ( driving and flying from FL) was shown one of the most beautiful things in the world. It was chippy, old, full of character, and HEAVY!

This big piece of vintage bliss was on a porch of an abandoned house. His wife thought that she just had to have it!! Afterall, it was free! And she has been eyeballing it for weeks! Weeks! Always afraid that someone else would pick it up or even worse destroy it. 

After that long day of travel, the husband said, "Sure, if it means that much to you, let's try to pick it up."

After agreeing the couple was faced with frozen truck hatches, and weight of this thing that was not what they had bargained for. Too heavy in fact.
The couple drove away disappointed. The wife was disappointed because it was a no -go, and the husband disappointed because he knew his wife wanted it so much.

Then behind the scenes without his wife knowing, he planned and planned not giving up. He found a strong friend and brought the enormously heavy vintage bliss home for his wife's birthday. What a surprise! She couldn't believe it! How? When? 
She hugged him with love and appreciation and had one of the best birthdays ever. 

I always knew that I married the sweetest, kindest man on the planet! 😉 And grateful for helpful sons that helped move it to the perfect spot...for now 😉This was a very special birthday that I will always remember. 

Another meatloaf night

So there was this post from last year called, "taking it all in, meatloaf kind of night," that I remembered last night. Last night was a meatloaf night again. 

It was different this year. My husband is trying all sorts of things to keep my mind off an upcoming flight and is desperately trying to keep me from feeling stressed. Did I mention that I am terrified to fly? I definitely like my feet touching the ground.

So last night we watched my favorite movie that I watch a million times a year. And... we had meatloaf! Yes, another taking it all in, delicious meatloaf kind of night.

Never was a fan when I was a kid, but lately, we seem to have been able to make the best tasting meatloaf ever! Tip: add jalapenos and adult ketchup! 

As we were relaxing by the fire from our woodstove and by the light of the tree with meatloaf and a movie, a few deep breaths and sighs were happening. 

Mostly sighs of relief, because my husband is the sweetest most helpful man I know.  He knows me better than anyone. It truly is a Wonderful Life. 

May your days also be Merry and bright!