I mentioned a few days ago with the introduction of 30 Love Letters that there is a layer of importance in sharing these messages publicly. Today is one of those days for me. I want to share my favorite surprise!
Why publicly?
It is one thing to let someone know that you love them, but to declare it publicly is even more powerful. Having shared some of my own messages of love publicly, I can verify this value.
The recipient feels even more honored and cherished, eager to share the message more widely, fully seen and validated. The recipient also feels the authenticity and recognizes the vulnerability it took for the giver, giving it even more strength and meaning.
As as the giver, the messages are owned 100% for all the world to witness. Vulnerable, real, true, and strong.
The onlookers, the public that get to receive the gift of both sides, feel love grow inside them. It is infectious!
There is vulnerability in every direction and it is beautiful.
The Art of the Surprise
I love surprises. Giving and receiving. A true, completely unexpected surprise. Surprises are an act of love, and when done right, completely about the recipient. The art of a good surprise is in the keeping of the fact that there is a surprise at all.
Said with love, David is a terrible surprise giver, always too excited to keep the fact that there is a surprise to himself, thus ruining the element of surprise. But, I love him for the thought and passion he brings to his surprises! He is, however, an incredible surprise recipient. Delivering a genuine surprise is so fun and he’s the best sport about it.
My favorite surprise ever was discovering I was pregnant with our daughter and this conversation where I shared it with David. Such exciting news would not normally be subject for a text conversation, adding another layer to the surprise – an unexpected delivery (especially for me) of an unexpected surprise. Note – David was away on a business trip, mentally preoccupied.
I hope you enjoy!
Of course, the messages were immediately followed by a phone call and long, dreamy discussion about our future baby. And no sleep that night.
David, thank you for the best surprise and gift of our lives! I am so grateful that we have this conversation memorialized forever. I love you and our little bean, Willa.
Dear Reader, it is Your Turn!
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Carey just shared with me this fantastic moment in my life. Now that my parents are my angels, I’m lucky Carey is my wife. If you know me, you would know that I cherish every moment with her and the kids. You know when you’re with the best person when you can be YOU, and your partner feels the same way. I might have spoken about the physical part of love and playfully was a little bit vulgar. There is no mistaking the true unspoken love and admiration I have for Carey. What a moment to learn you have a little bun in the oven!!
She is my morning, noon, and night. No matter what is going on in my life, I think of her and my wonderful life. She transcends problems or issues and reminds me LOVE is what is most important.
Don’t get caught in thinking that your life has to be about worldly possessions, money, or the size of your house. While goals are reasonable to have, they must not take away from loving your family. When you have real love, you’re always a billionaire.
Carey, there are no words to describe you fully. Your love for me and mine for you will never end. I’ve won life because of you. Just know there will never be a moment in my life here and my life in heaven that I will not think of you. I love you more than yesterday and will love you more tomorrow.
This is beautiful, thank you so much, David! The vulgar part is totally ok, fun, funny, REAL! This is the best, funniest conversation to have saved. I love you!