Inspired.

I was inspired this morning when I read Ashley's post, and then again when I read Hope's post from Ashley's... and I found myself writing as I was reading. It is still striking to me that I can read the blogs of people I've stumbled upon and feel such a connection. There were some things they wrote that I identify with so perfectly that it makes me feel that the world isn't such a huge scary place. So anyway, go read those first, then come back and see the rest of mine. Also, I have a LOT to say today, so bear with the long winded-ness, please!

Done? Ok... here we go!


I need space. I crave space. In fact, when I don't have space, or I feel you are too clingy, I will most likely drop you in a blind panic to escape to a place where I can come and go as I please and speak with whomever I wish to on the phone. On the flip side, I will want to share everything with you and spend lots of time with you, while still trying to give you your space.

I need to feel comfortable around you. Even if that ultimately means PJ bottoms instead of super sexy lingerie (most of the time). I need to be able to look at you, and know you will keep me safe. That you will come to my defense. But I don't like extreme jealousy. I am loyal by default, so don't flip out when someone checks out my ass, ok? Maybe I'm just wearing a great pair of jeans that day.

I am feisty. I will poke you, pat you, hold your hand, take your arm, nudge you, etc. I will possibly punch your arm if you make me mad. If you can't deal with these things, you're SOL. I sometimes act like a 5 year old, and love it when you do too. Like the time I ran in and jumped on the bed giggling. Too bad it broke, that could have been fun.

I love the little moments. Flowers on a random Tuesday. The text message that confirms that you love me. Coming home to find that dinner is already made.

I will go out of my way to make things work for you, even if it doesn't always seem like it. I want you to be comfortable, to be able to enjoy little moments, too. It's like the song - Everything I do, I do for you. I will constantly have "us" in mind, and will try to incorporate a plan that will be mutually beneficial. I am willing to do almost anything to ensure that we will be happy.