Second Chance In Love

It is always a blessing when we are given a second chance. Whether it be an opportunity to change a career, to re-apply to college courses to further your education later in life or finding a new love. Eight years ago, I was given all the above plus more than I could ever imagine.

My Dearest Husband,

When we met, I was beginning not only a new chapter in my middle-aged life but starting a whole new book. I believed at that time that I would be alone for a while if not the rest of my days. There was another plan in the cards for me on that Good Friday. A divine intervention, and a cup of coffee, we met and exchanged small talk, funny stories and lots of laughs. By the end of our meeting, we exchanged phone numbers and plans for another casual, non-committal date.

Over the course of our lengthy conversations, we learned a lot about each other. We shared stories of where we grew up, childhood advantages, and the wonders of having children of our own. Since we were both divorced and raising teenage children, neither one of us was looking to start another relationship.

However, within a few months, my life changed completely and all for the better. Fast forward, here we are all these years later with so many great successes that we accomplished together. You have supported me through all the dozens of college classes that took hundreds of hours. I now have three college degrees under my belt and feverishly working to complete the last. I have supported you to start a business from the ground up and will endless encouragement, we are slowly reaching milestones in our new endeavor. Most importantly, we are about to celebrate seven years of marriage and getting ready to become “empty nesters” with all our adult children moving on to start their own journeys.

I was able to experience all those awesome adventures with my best friend by my side and I know we have only just begun. I thank you for loving me unconditionally through all the good times and the bad. You accepted me from day one as I was with all my flaws. We laughed the day that we shared all the disclaimers and fine print issues we were bringing into our new relationship. We looked past all of that and merge our lives to create a new family. And thanks to you, I undoubtedly know that I have found my other half, my solid foundation, and my best friend that I look forward to sharing the rest of my days.

We both know that I am not the hopeless romantic type so I will express my love to you in my special way.

Husband is not just your title but the definition of your greatest contributions to the marriage.

Huggable. Supplying endless hugs, kisses, and cuddles.

Unconditional. Understanding of the life I see for us as we approach the “Golden Years”.

Selfless. Sharing with me every day your small tokens of love.

Benevolent. Showing kindness when I don't deserve it.

Appreciation. Telling me you are aware of my dedication and commitment for our future.

Naked. Allowing us to be ourselves.

Devotion. Creating a life centered around us.

I am optimistic about the plans we have made for the next phases of our life together. We have recently created life stages of where we see ourselves in two years and five years from now for us, in our relationship and in business. I am excited to continue creating and reaching new levels for decades to come.

You have given me the opportunity to have a second chance in love and in life. I am certain we will be the old couple sitting in our matching rocking chairs on the front porch watching our grandchildren play in the yard and creating the best memories.

I know I don’t say it often enough, I love you more than you will ever understand.