Thursday, February 13, 2014

Valentine's Day

Valentine's Week 1982, Western High School Detroit. 
The Ethnic Club was having a secret admirer event. For 50 cents you get to be a secret admirer and get a secret admirer. I couldn't tell you who my secret admirer was, but I can tell who I admired secretly. I reached into the box and drew the name "Steve Silva". I didn't know who that was. My good friend Lisa knew him. She said "Oh! He is a really nice guy with beautiful green eyes."  I had lots of fun that week, sending secret gits and cards. At the end of the week was a dance. I was so shy, when Steve asked me to dance, I said no. He felt dejected but I really liked him but was to scared. 
Steve and I became great friends with a great group of people. A year later we began dating.

Jump ahead to Valentine's Day 1997. Our youngest son, Alex, is born. My greatest Valentine's gift ever. 

So now as Valentine's Day is here again, we are looking at more changes in life. Our youngest is 17!!! We are taking him to visit colleges and thinking about him leaving the nest. Our oldest, after moving out 10years ago for college, is moving back to Michigan. While he is not moving back home, he and his new wife will be close enough to see regularly. Maybe, maybe grandchildren!!!!  Eventhough I am to young to be a grandma, I would love having a baby around. 

Steve and I have had our struggles, challenges, trials and tribulations. We recently had the opportunity to attend a World Marriage Day dinner/dance. We had an awesome time and truly love being together. I feel so blessed to have such a great man and 4 beautiful children in my life. 

Happy Early Valentine's Day. You don't need to buy expensive gifts or gushy cards or even be in a serious relationship to show some love that day. Just spread love to those around you, appreciate those in your life and find your joy!!!