One year ago today Brian and I moved out of our respective homes and into our first apartment. Even though it seems like we have been living together forever I can remember it like it was yesterday. If I close my eyes I can still see the tears that rolled down my moms cheeks when she saw my empty closet at home. Even though we had been talking about it and planning for it for several months the emptiness of my childhood bedroom finally made it all seem real.
Both our families spent several days after our initial move in day scrubbing, vacuuming, ironing and finding a home for every little thing. They were all so helpful and supportive and I was sad to see everyone go. I remember my parents pulling away several days later. They were the last to leave us and it almost felt like someone ripped my heart out and stepped on it. I wanted this, but I wasn’t sure if I would be able to do it. After all, I was always an emotional child and I was moving over an hour away.
Needless to say I’ve done it. We’ve done it! Living with Brian has been the most educational and entertaining experience I could ever imagine. Together in our apartment we have experienced continual ceiling leaks and even a fire on our balcony. We celebrated his quarter-life Birthday. We've learned to budget for bills and I've learned that I love to cook. We finally spent our first big holidays together as a couple even though we’ve been dating for almost 4 years. We saved up for our very first vacation together and traveled to Washington, DC. We helped each other through job struggles and changes. We’ve seen each other at our best and look and act our very worst. However, I think the best days of all we've shared are the days I can't even remember. The days that we've spent laughing and talking and doing ordinary things together have meant the most. I'm reminded of the Rascal Flatt's song "This Everyday Love."
When we got the opportunity to renew our lease it was an easy decision. I can’t wait to spend another year in our home learning about each other and growing together. Happy one year in our place.
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