When I first crossed paths with my partner, I believed I had discovered a love so profound and authentic that I could never experience it again. I was mistaken.
The moment he shed tears while meeting our first child and cutting the umbilical cord, my heart opened anew. During those days of juggling pumping on one side and nursing on the other, while still in the same unlaundered pants, he looked at me and said I was beautiful—once again, I was smitten.
On one unforgettable Christmas Eve, he stayed up all night constructing a master Lego set for our son, and I found myself falling in love again. When we faced the heartbreaking news of no heartbeat during an ultrasound, he held me tightly, knowing that words wouldn’t ease the sorrow; I fell in love once more.
One Easter morning, I woke to find his side of the bed untouched, only to discover him downstairs orchestrating the most memorable egg hunt ever. When I was nine months pregnant and he bent down to paint my toenails, I couldn’t help but fall in love again. In the delivery room, his humor made me forget my contractions as we welcomed our second child; I fell in love again.
His diligence in moving that pesky Elf every night in December brought warmth to my heart. Watching him endure the fifth viewing of Love Actually with me, I fell again. When our home was plagued by illness, and he took on the toilet duties, my heart swelled.
He remained steadfast by my side during a distressing moment with our youngest, praying for both of us and asking the doctors countless questions. I fell in love again when I found him sleeping on the floor next to the crib, and each lesson he imparted to our boys about chivalry made me love him even more.
When he worked 30 extra hours in two weeks just so we could enjoy a family vacation, I fell in love again. His willingness to ride roller coasters three times despite his motion sickness for the sake of our boys’ joy made my heart flutter. Even as I noticed new wrinkles and grey hairs, his words that I grew prettier with age made me fall in love again and again.
Some may say love is blind, but I believe true love sees everything with open eyes—embracing each other fully with acceptance, encouragement, and patience. True love shines brightest during our most challenging moments, guiding us towards the light. It’s about finding reasons to fall in love each day.
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In summary, love is a journey filled with rediscoveries, laughter, and unwavering support, reminding us that each day holds the potential for renewed affection.