5 things "link up" party!

I absolutely had to join this the "link up" this week on Cara's blog.  

This week's theme: Things I need to tell 5 people. 

I mean, when you live out of state from pretty much most people you know... you have a lot you want to say, but mostly never enough time... or unfortunately sometimes energy. Even though not ALL of these "letters" are for those so far away- my life is busy enough, it feels like you are. 

And for those who felt they didn't get a letter- the focus is 5 and I'm sure somehow you are included in these 

letters. :)

1. There are some days you leave me speechless and other days I can't stop saying how much I love you. You literally make me smile when you look at me. Make me giggle when you wink at me. And make me blush when you tell me how beautiful I am (that never gets old). I am thankful for your forgiving and gracious heart, your positive and hopeful outlook on life, and your comforting spirit on those days that just seem like they will never end. I enjoy every (almost every, unless it's gone sour for some reason) moment I get with you and feel like a kid again when you get home. Even though I am exhausted and overwhelmed, I will always enjoy being your wife. Thank you for being my husband now for almost a whole year... I wouldn't want it any other way. I love you.

2. Why do you live so far away? Most days I want to call to see if you can have a drink with me, or go to the movies, or even go grab a #7 with ranch and a Sprite. Some days, I want to call you every single moment of every day and just talk... or listen to you talk. I miss those days of just driving in the car and starting up a random but intriguing conversation, sometimes... just darn right embarrassing. Some days, I just want to help you. I just want to pray for you and with you. Just know, that I love you. And that you will always be the one who fought long and hard for me. And remember how much I miss you. And I hope that one day I can be just as honest with you, as you are with me. I am praying. I love you more than you will ever understand or feel.

3. You know what I miss? I miss coming home and you asking me 21 questions about my day. And me answering with a snotty, nasty, tired answer of "leave me a lone." I miss our bed conversations and counter top moments. I miss our dates. And our "creative nights." But I am so thankful for our relationship. I am so lucky to have someone tell me how much they love/miss me. I am so thankful to have you as an example in my life... not just any example, but one who walks with the Spirit. I am so thankful that you have a beautiful marriage and one to be challenged with. I am so thankful that you taught me to be independent yet dependent. (I know it sounds like an oxymoron, but it's not one- I promise.) Best yet, one of the best things you ever taught me was to remember that I am not validated or made of value due to man's opinion on me! I love you!! Thank you for teaching me about strength and security in my Lord.

4.It's been amazing to watch you for the last 7 years. I have watched you struggle and succeed. I have watched you fail and grow. And in all of that, I have seen you strengthen your walk with the Lord. I have seen God change you and challenge you. I have seen you step up and lead. I have seen you become a man who doesn't just love his family, but LOVES his family enough to depend on God rather than yourself. I have seen you initiate and be assertive. I have seen you step out, in the unknown, and keep going without stopping. I have seen you study and pass. I have seen you become the best sales man with morals and ethic than any other person I know. You have taught me to not only work hard but TRUST God as you are working. You taught me to listen. And to forgive. I love you. Thank you for being an amazing example to me.

5. (This is for two people...) I miss being right down the street or hall. I miss a quick text to hang out... or a stop by the room/house to see if I am around. I miss late night conversations and a "mental-feel-good-about-myself-workout/run." I miss baking, or eating monkey bread. I miss waking up to you talking in your sleep. I miss random dreaming. I miss praying with you... and crying about you (lol). I miss your families. Just know that you both are and will always be such a huge part of my life. Know how much I miss you both. Know that I am so thankful for my friendship with each of you. And understand that if you don't hear from me much, it's not on purpose. I am always praising God for the friendships I have with you two, and I pray they continue to grow through out the years. :)

Be sure to continue on with this blog! YOUR TURN! Link up here: http://www.flightofcara.blogspot.com/... or http://onetwothreepeaceful.blogspot.com/2012/08/five-things-i-need-to-tell-five.html and join the party!!! :) Thanks Cara and Jesca for the great idea! Happy writing everyone!



BTW, I give myself props today. I rode my bike. It's been a while, so pat on the back for me! :) You are motivating me Amber!