Dear David . . .

Dear David,

I don't think you regularly read my blog, but I still want to dedicate one entry to you.

First off, let me thank you for the beautiful flowers and card for Valentine's day. I told you that I didn't want you to spend any money, but you surprised me, yet again! I don't know if it's because I wasn't expecting it, or whatever other reason, but your card brought a tear to my eye. It's so rare for you to show affection, so when you do, it's extra special. I am so proud of you for doing what you're doing over there, and so incredibly proud to be your "one and only." ♥

Secondly, thank you for your love and support. You are my rock. And, even when you're all the way over in Iraq, you still manage to be there for me. I felt so selfish even pondering whether or not I should wait to find a job, but then you reassured me that everything would be okay and said to put my mom first. [After discussing with David, we have come to the conclusion that I will focus on school, wedding, and of course my mother's recovery, and wait a few months to look for a job.]



My parents were thrilled with this decision, and my mother was touched that you were so supportive with this decision. Yet another reason why she feels so blessed to have you as a son-in-law.

I hope that these next few months fly by as quickly as possible, for multiple reasons; I want mom to go through chemo, radiation and recover quickly, and I want you home!!! I can't wait for us to be reunited again. Just four more months baby!!!

I will strive to be the best wife, daughter, sister, friend, dog owner, and just person in general... for the next few months, and forever more. I want to cut out all negativity and strive to be the positive, kind person that I can be. I want to help others, and be others' support. Yes, there will be bad days, but I will just have to think of all the positive things upcoming in my life: your homecoming, our wedding, having kids and growing old with you.

Okay, this entry is getting overly mushy, and it's making me miss you so much. More so because I'm listening to Brian McKnight's "6 8 12."

Anyways, thank you so much sweetie, for everything. I will forever be grateful to be your "one and only." Thanks for choosing me. I won't make you regret it. :) I love you. xoxo. ♥

Love,

Your wife.