It's been four wonderful months. I am learning so much. Learning what it means to weave my life into that of another's, yet somehow remain me. I haven't lost my identity. I've gained a new one! I love being his.
So I'm trying to branch out and try new recipes. Nate grew up eating differently than I did, so cooking for the two of us has probably been the greatest challenge in our marriage so far! ;) I grew up on lots of veggies and casseroles. He's a meat and potatoes guy. I'm trying to be creative with seasonings.
Garden time is getting closer. I still don't have my raised beds together. Darn. It's priorities that keep getting in the way. Priorities like my planter of gorgeous annuals. The fluff stuff, ya know. It matters. Ha. Though I am hoping to raise/buy lots of produce this year since I just bought my canner! I love canning. I remember being about 12 years old, borrowing mom's apron, and helping with the whole canning process. Which is a long one, by the way. But ohhhh so incredibly rewarding with every "pop" of the seals as they cool down. ::sigh:: This really is the life I love.
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I SO agree with you on the cooking thing, it's definitely a challenge!
ReplyDeleteMicala, I too had trouble finding things Jack would eat but now he loves veggies, even asparagus and broccoli! Congrats on your four month mark! With God's help you'll see 40 years more at least! Blessings
ReplyDeleteI'll take that as the only major adjustment, ya know Claire? :)
ReplyDeleteMrs. Shipley, that's wonderful to hear! We pray for our marriage every day. I look forward to every new day with Nate. Honestly!
It's been great watching you enter this stage of life!
ReplyDeleteAw thanks, Erik.
ReplyDeleteI agree about the whole identity thing, Micala. I really faced that, "who am I now?" But it is wonderful gaining your new identity. ;) Marriage is an awesome journey together, a discovery of your best friend. ;)
ReplyDeleteJoni, I agree. I love the best friend part!
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