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Teeter Totter ~ Finding a Balance Between Me-Hood and Motherhood
Gender: female Date of Birth: January 01, 1973 Member Since: September 11, 2007 Last Signed In: July 02, 2010 Blog Views: 18322 Send To A Friend Sign Guestbook Add as a Friend
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Squeeze In Romance
Every mom knows just how difficult it is to manage and balance parenting and a relationship. Keeping a good relationship with your mate requires time, energy, good communication and the ability to stay awake after the kids go to bed once in a while. Not things that go hand-in-hand with mothering. Add working to the mix, and you could have a recipe for a troubled relationship. My husband and I have been together for about 17 years now. We’ve been married for 14 years (15 in October) and have for sure had our “more than a rough patch” moments. About three years ago we had a very bad “rough patch” and got into couples counseling. Thankfully we were able to work through our issues and in fact-renewed our wedding vows in Half Moon Bay. It was just the two of us, at sunset in a beautiful forest. Perfect. I always thought that renewing your wedding vows was pretty silly. That cheesy slice of romance that you would snigger at just as you would a drive through wedding done by Elvis in Vegas. Good for some people, but not for me. My mind changed about that however when I really felt we needed a symbolic “fresh start.” Well, after a tough few weeks, we decided we were actually game to do it again! Yes, call me cheesy all you like; I think it’s romantic (besides, Seal and Heidi Klum do it every year.) Tomorrow we’re off to Emerald Bay in Tahoe to have our wedding vows renewed. This time we’re having it officiated, again at sunset (and we’ll have pictures too!) I’m really excited about it and looking forward to another “fresh start.” For a little “wedding gift” we got new bedding and one of those net canopies over our bed. A busy mom has to be able to squeeze in some romance, even if it’s just a trip to Bed Bath and Beyond. 5 comments from 4 users
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posted by
kellimwheeler
on Jul 9, 2009 at 11:56 AM
You highlighted an excellent point about not losing sight of your marriage while trying to raise a family. I think your candidness about the realities, its ups and downs, will inspire many readers. Your commitment and healthy perspective I'm sure will carry you through to your 25th vow renewal. Congrats - it sounds absolutely beautiful! posted by
creatress
on Jul 9, 2009 at 07:03 PM
Awww, thanks Kelli. That's so sweet! I'll be sure to post some pictures. posted by
MiaMama
on Jul 9, 2009 at 08:35 PM
Awe, how sweet and romantic! Congratulations to you and your honey. I hope you two have an absolutely wonderful time. Can't wait to see the pictures!
posted by
creatress
on Jul 9, 2009 at 10:15 PM
Hehhe. Thanks MiaMama! This will be the first time I wear white AND have flowers (a custom hair comb with white orchids and blue belladonna.) I'm so excited! Love and romance are a wonderful thing.
posted by
hmoeckli
on Jul 10, 2009 at 07:14 AM
That is a beautiful thing to do with your husband! Have a wonderful time. :)
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