First Place Winning Entry in our Valentine's 2010 Contest!

by Katie

My husband and I were married last year at the end of February, so I was not expecting much in the way of Valentine's because we were both so busy planning and getting ready. Also, he is not big into surprises. He doesn't often give flowers, and he is not always the most sentimental person in the world. But he listens to little things I say, particularly about things I would love to do or have.

At Christmas last year, I mentioned how I would love to go on a carriage ride through the city. I never thought he would pick up on it. However, I was soo wrong :)

On Valentine's Day, he surprised me by taking me to one of our favorite restaurants, and then on a midnight carriage ride. It was beautiful, and romantic. He gave me a special bouquet made up of my favorite flowers, and proceeded to tell me exactly what had made him fall in love with me, and why he wanted to spend his life with me.

He said that he wanted this to become a special tradition. He wanted to take a midnight carriage ride every Valentine's Day, and he always wanted to take that night in particular to express his love for me. He made me feel special, and loved, and it showed how much he truly cared for me.

My husband has said that the best way to show my love for him was by acts of service. He loves having a clean home, and to spend quality time together, even though going out of town or on little trips together is not always feasible.

My plan this year is to create our own "Romantic Getaway" in our home. We love candles and romantic music. With a couple of glasses of Sparkling Cider, a fire, and some jazzy tunes, I know I will be able to express my love in the same way he did for me.

He is my very best friend, and I feel lucky to have him in my life. Showing him my love is easy because I have so much love for him. I thank God every day for giving me the opportunity to grow and learn with my husband, and I am forever grateful to him for bringing my husband into my life.