My Dearest Valentine,
I never knew that the real thing, a real and true love, was worth waiting for. I didn’t know that sometimes it escapes you and may even seem out of reach or gone forever. I was unaware that the old saying was true, that if it’s meant to be, then it will be. I had no idea that when love is revisited it’s even better than once realized. But then I met you. And then I knew.
I never knew that I could feel so beautiful, that I would finally learn to be comfortable in my own skin. I didn’t realize I could feel beautiful all the time, not just on good days, but especially on the really bad ones. Like 37 weeks pregnant, insomnia, and poison ivy on my face bad. I never knew that even at my worst I could be made to feel like I was the best. But then I met you. And then I knew.
I never knew I could find enjoyment in things I didn’t particularly enjoy, finding happiness in time spent with the one who makes you happy, no matter what you’re doing. But then I met you. And then I knew.
I never knew I could find previously annoying things endearing with time. The way you shed your worn clothes and discard them where you stand, leaving them in a pile of inside-out jeans tangled with boxers. The way I always know you showered last from the seemingly murdered small animal that left its hair clogging the drain. The remnants of midnight snack bowls of cereal on the counter, melted marshmallow clovers mixed with old milk. I didn’t realize intermittent nuisances could be so unimportant when overshadowed by the acceptance of a lifetime love affair, by its inherent ability to refocus the eyes of the heart on more important issues. But then I met you. And then I knew.
I never knew I would allow myself to depend so completely on another human being for life guidance and opinions, deciding that maybe I didn’t know everything and might just need a hand every once and a while. I never thought I’d be able to give up complete control, accepting a partnership in the ups and downs of life. Imagine my excitement when I realized how much I enjoyed relinquishing the reins. I had no idea! But then I met you. And then I knew.
I had no clue I would find another person who could have as twisted a sense of humor as myself, enjoying the art of laughter, and keeping my belly sore from hearty giggles all the time. But then I met you. And then I knew.
I never knew I would encounter someone who cared so much about other people, inspiring me to be a better person, challenging me day after day after day. But then I met you. And then I knew.
I never knew I could miss another person so much when they’re not around. I never realized I could enjoy another person’s company so much that being with them became my most favorite thing to do. I had no idea I could like anyone other than myself and my books that much! But then I met you. And then I knew.
I never knew the sound of a voice, the touch of a hand, a smell, or the comfort of a loving embrace could make my skin electrify, my pulse race, my heart sing, or my soul be at peace. Not just at the beginning or when things were easy, but all the time. But then I met you. And then I knew.
I never knew I could care so much about another person’s dreams, pray so hard for another person’s life, or gather such joy at another person’s successes. But then I met you. And then I knew.
I never knew I could be so happy, so complete, so content in every situation, even the not so great ones, simply because it’s a life shared with someone so special, so wonderful, so perfectly created just for me. But then I met you. And then I knew.
I never knew that I could know, know such a love as this. But then I met you. And then I knew.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me to know.
XOXO,
Your Valentine
JoEllen says
I so love reading your posts! God gave you a great gift-the ability to reach many hearts and people by your words! I think you are awesome!
brieann.rn@gmail.com says
Thank you so much! A much needed word of encouragement. You blessed me this morning.
Kelli says
You and Ben help me so much.
You show me God does have
Someone for us if we just pray
And give it to him. Love u both.
So glad to have y’all in my life.
brieann.rn@gmail.com says
Thank you so much! We love you very much. God is faithful and holds you in the palm of His hand.