Necessary to Me
“A marriage makes 2 fractional lives a whole; it gives to 2 purposeless lives a work, and doubles the strength of each to perform it; it gives to 2 questioning natures a reason for living and something to live for; it will give a new gladness to the sunshine, a new fragrance to the flowers, a new beauty to the earth, and a new mystery to life.”
~ Mark Twain
Sean and I sacredly preserve the privacies of our home, family and state of heart. Our relationship thrives because we are candid with one another and our minds grow and blend together in a contented love that never allows the sun to set on moments of alienation or dissonance in thought. Occasionally we agree to disagree, but most often we find ourselves in harmony.
The quiet of our love calms the stresses of life. His gentle ways and brilliance shine upon our family and he has taught me that time indeed does heal all wounds.
My soul is thrilled by his passion for life and when I am weary his presence is the haven I seek that is sacred and mine. Our life together is a continuous building and shaping of communication; a deep understanding that treasures yesterday, today and tomorrow.
He is necessary to me.
The key to the love we model for our children is an understanding and comprehension not only of the spoken word, but the unspoken gestures that say so much. We learn from our mistakes, always forgive, and never sleep on a pillow of misunderstanding or cross words.
He is necessary to me.
Our dreams are interwoven and I am blessed with his life long honor, compassion, and integrity. I carry them all like necessities in my backpack through the longest journey of a wonderful life. Merrily we sail together side by side, anchored in our intentions, our children serving as a tight crew to persevere through everything hand in hand.
He is necessary to me.
He is the perfect flower I carefully picked, the lucky 4 leaf clover I hold in my pocket, and the most dedicated, loving person I have ever had the priviledge to know.
His presence is necessary to me, like breath gives us life. I am grateful to have a partner to teach and love our beautiful children, to create and dream with and to know with certainty that coming together was the beginning, but keeping it all together and working in collaboration is the success that makes our life as sweet and open as the morning glories that wind through the bars of our fence.
Sean inspires me daily with his work ethic, brings me to tears with his words and holds my heart in the palm of his hand. Thank you Sean for giving me the mic this week, sharing your readers and holding my hand as always. It is a pleasure to work with you, but most of all it is an honor to be your wife and the mother of your children.
You are necessary to me.
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That is very sweet and a brilliant companion piece to the love story Sean wrote of meeting you. Both of you are an inspiration on so many levels. Keep up with whatever magic formula you are creating.
That is very sweet and a brilliant companion piece to the love story Sean wrote of meeting you. Both of you are an inspiration on so many levels. Keep up with whatever magic formula you are creating.
My husband and I share this same bond, and you’ve captured it beautifully! You are both blessed to be in that golden space where two souls become one enough to blossom both into something greater, more loving, and far more fulfilling.
Thank you for sharing your inspiring words and your hearts with your readers.
My husband and I share this same bond, and you’ve captured it beautifully! You are both blessed to be in that golden space where two souls become one enough to blossom both into something greater, more loving, and far more fulfilling.
Thank you for sharing your inspiring words and your hearts with your readers.
I am deeply moved by the courage it takes to love as you do.
I am deeply moved by the courage it takes to love as you do.
Lovely. It is possible that a bit of my faith in love is now restored …
What you share … what you have … is remarkable.
Lovely. It is possible that a bit of my faith in love is now restored …
What you share … what you have … is remarkable.
Simply beautiful!
Simply beautiful!
Beautiful, truly beautiful! Thank you both for sharing your hearts with us.
Please print this and make two copies to hide away in a special place for the kids to rediscover someday.
Beautiful, truly beautiful! Thank you both for sharing your hearts with us.
Please print this and make two copies to hide away in a special place for the kids to rediscover someday.
Beautiful. It’s interesting how your writing turns “necessary” into something more powerful more meaningful, than “love”!
Beautiful. It’s interesting how your writing turns “necessary” into something more powerful more meaningful, than “love”!
I Loved (yes, capital L) this: “Sean and I sacredly preserve the privacies of our home, family and state of heart.”
One of my beliefs is to make your home a sanctuary. Your home should be a place of peace, rest, love, acceptance and synergy. The outside world can be harsh, unforgiving, crazy and sickening at times, but it gets checked at the property line. Once the property line is crossed, the sanctuary begins. My husband and I are very picky about who/what crosses the sanctuary line. Somehow, by the statement above, I think you feel the same.
Also, I can’t even tell you how much this statement touched me, “He is necessary to me.” It sounds as if you are saying that without him, you are no longer you. Sounds simple, yet it is so profound. It’s what marriage is all about. It’s what makes marriage good. Two people becoming “who” they are, because of each other.
You both remind me of something one of my high school teachers said. “Most people go into marriage thinking it is a 50/50 proposition. I tell you, it is not. I want each of you to go into your marriages thinking it is a 100/0 proposition. You give 100% and expect nothing in return. If your partner does the same, you will have a marriage made in heaven.” I think you both are giving 100% and the fruits are showing.
I Loved (yes, capital L) this: “Sean and I sacredly preserve the privacies of our home, family and state of heart.”
One of my beliefs is to make your home a sanctuary. Your home should be a place of peace, rest, love, acceptance and synergy. The outside world can be harsh, unforgiving, crazy and sickening at times, but it gets checked at the property line. Once the property line is crossed, the sanctuary begins. My husband and I are very picky about who/what crosses the sanctuary line. Somehow, by the statement above, I think you feel the same.
Also, I can’t even tell you how much this statement touched me, “He is necessary to me.” It sounds as if you are saying that without him, you are no longer you. Sounds simple, yet it is so profound. It’s what marriage is all about. It’s what makes marriage good. Two people becoming “who” they are, because of each other.
You both remind me of something one of my high school teachers said. “Most people go into marriage thinking it is a 50/50 proposition. I tell you, it is not. I want each of you to go into your marriages thinking it is a 100/0 proposition. You give 100% and expect nothing in return. If your partner does the same, you will have a marriage made in heaven.” I think you both are giving 100% and the fruits are showing.
In a world where so many relationships fail, this is just so beautiful to read.
In a world where so many relationships fail, this is just so beautiful to read.
Wow. My wife told me that I leave smelly things for her every time I leave the house? Not quite as touching but from the heart. I think we have some catching up to do…
Wow. My wife told me that I leave smelly things for her every time I leave the house? Not quite as touching but from the heart. I think we have some catching up to do…
“Our dreams are interwoven”
This is probably the most beautiful description of what marriage should be that I have ever seen. Just beautiful.
“Our dreams are interwoven”
This is probably the most beautiful description of what marriage should be that I have ever seen. Just beautiful.
Thanks Cindy, for sharing this. I’ve enjoyed your unique voice this week, on Writer Dad, but this post was such a perfect picture of two people who were meant to share one life. Sean is a great guy, but I know he is a better person with you by his side. Eric
Thanks Cindy, for sharing this. I’ve enjoyed your unique voice this week, on Writer Dad, but this post was such a perfect picture of two people who were meant to share one life. Sean is a great guy, but I know he is a better person with you by his side. Eric
“Sean inspires me daily with his work ethic”
I too am inspired by Sean’s work ethic. There was a period of time when he commented on every single blog in blogopolis. It was miraculous.
“Sean inspires me daily with his work ethic”
I too am inspired by Sean’s work ethic. There was a period of time when he commented on every single blog in blogopolis. It was miraculous.
Ok, I’m just gonna cry. Your words were beautiful. Sean’s a lucky guy and you are too (but not the guy part of course).
Ok, I’m just gonna cry. Your words were beautiful. Sean’s a lucky guy and you are too (but not the guy part of course).
Ahh! So pure and beautiful! These words are so clearly true and it is so obvious when you two look at each other or speak of each other. I adore you guys and I KNOW your bond is going to carry you through until you reach the peak of the mountain and enjoy the beautiful view together, hand in hand.
Ahh! So pure and beautiful! These words are so clearly true and it is so obvious when you two look at each other or speak of each other. I adore you guys and I KNOW your bond is going to carry you through until you reach the peak of the mountain and enjoy the beautiful view together, hand in hand.
What an inspiration you are! The two of you have captured the true bond of a strong and lasting love. During our 42 years of marriage, we have witnessed many worldly attacks on relationships. For us, faith, prayer and our strong desire to preserve our bond has carried us through. With the special love you have found in each other, I have no doubt you will continue on a committed journey, striving to preserve the stability of a loving and sincere relationship.
What an inspiration you are! The two of you have captured the true bond of a strong and lasting love. During our 42 years of marriage, we have witnessed many worldly attacks on relationships. For us, faith, prayer and our strong desire to preserve our bond has carried us through. With the special love you have found in each other, I have no doubt you will continue on a committed journey, striving to preserve the stability of a loving and sincere relationship.