One Year Ago Today

One year ago today...

 I spent all day fretting over the blind date that was going to take place that night.

I taught a lifeguarding class that afternoon

and

didn't even do my sopping wet hair.

I was SO nervous to start dating again.  

I had never felt so nervous for a date in my entire life.

I begged my mom to tell him I was sick or something.

I cried when the doorbell rang - pathetic, I know, but it's true.

I heard my mom welcome him in.  

My brother, J, the matchmaker, sat and talked with him.

My mom came down and said,
"He looks nice.  I don't think he'll bite... now GET UP THERE!"

I pleaded in a last second prayer for courage.

I walked out and saw him for the first time.  He was facing away from me.  I could barely see his profile.  He was handsome, tall, and had an amazing smile.

Little did I know then, that he was the man I would marry!

I am so thankful to my brother, J, and his sister, E for 

setting us up on that blind date.

I am so thankful for my mom who didn't give me a way out.

I am so thankful that God allowed us to meet.

I am so glad he asked me to marry him.

It has been one amazing year!