Whatever souls are made of, his and mine are the same ~ Emily Bronte

Well now, it certainly has been awhile since I've posted anything.  Let me see if I can get you up to speed in a short summary.   I am happily divorced, living back in my home state of Indiana where I belong with the man who brought my heart and soul back to life.  His name is Patrick and I'm sure you'll learn more about him as time goes on.  He gifted me with three healthy and handsome sons.  I gave him two healthy and gorgeous twins; a boy and a girl, specifically the girl he had no idea he needed in his life.    To say our life is a little on the wild side with five children would certainly be an understatement yet life is lived to pass on your wisdom.  I can only hope all five children will know how amazing their new little family is and even though we haven't left behind the memory of the old families, the new one is growing up together quite nicely.

We are engaged!  I wish I could tell you what Patrick said when he got down on one knee but darn, I can't really remember now.  I think I was completely overwhelmed by the moment.   We have really been non-traditional about our relationship from the moment we decided to pursue it.  If I told you when he proposed the first time you might be shocked but then again, if you are ever around the two of us you may say you can't imagine two people who deserved to be together more than we do.    We're both learning how to love again.  It's not always a simple road.  We have a lot of pent up anger still and do foolish things to one another yet at the end of it, we realize we want this relationship more than any one situation or piece of pride is worth hanging onto. 

Last week, Patrick went with me to get my wedding dress fitted.  I told you we're doing things a bit off kilter.   Of course, he was studying the Drudge Report on his mobile while peering over the top to see me in the mirrors as I sauntered back and forth with a newly pinned hem and bustle.   He's amazing.  He wanted to come along and actually trumped one of my girlfriends who was going to join me so he could be there!  Pinch me please!!

I am planning a wedding.  Well actually, it's pretty much planned.  I have a date too however, it's not for public consumption yet.  I like to hold some cards close to my chest.  It will be a fantastic day to finally marry the man who makes my heart sing.  Patrick has so many wonderful qualities; intelligent, handsome, funny, sweet, kind hearted, steady, and stable.   He is the yin to my yang.  People naturally assume we are already married and often refer to us as husband and wife.  It's amazing to be with the right person even if the road was rocky to get to there, the ride is always worth it. 

So that pretty much sums it up.  Christmas is upon us and I am thankful it didn't snow much since I need to finish moving across town.  I promise to be back soon and maybe we can do something new this year...?!  What do you think?   We shall see!