Speaking of Progression
My wife, Sara, is 30 today.
Talk about progression. I've known Sara since late 2003. We began dating in September 2004.
That's three birthdays that I've had the privilege of celebrating with her -- here's how my life has unfolded over the course of these birthdays:
May 10, 2005 -- Sara is 28 and we've been engaged for almost two months. We celebrate the day with stories, laughter, a great dinner at Monster Sushi and Sara catching Famke Janssen checking me out as we walk to the subway on 23rd Street in Chelsea. (Admittedly, that may have been more thrilling for me than Sara.)
May 10, 2006 -- Still happily together and 10 days away from our wedding at the Siena Golf Club in Summerlin, NV. The birthday celebration includes a Palm TX with music-playing capabilities for the long flight and a Mexican-themed dinner at Salsa Y Salsa. Birthday 29 was fun, but I'm thinking my bride was focused on the events to follow 10 days later. . . .
May 10, 2007-- We're married almost a year, my wife finally hits 30 -- though she's got the energy of a 20 year old -- and she's carrying our first child, due in September. More celebrating, reflecting and a romantic dinner at Regional, on the Upper West Side.
How's that for steadily advancing in life? (All marriage jokes from the guys set aside. . . ) I go from barely knowing Sara, to engagement, to wedded bliss, to impending fatherhood in a nice, linear 3 year progression. I don't know if I could've made things happen this well if I had written this plan out in advance.
All kidding and progression talk aside, this entry is dedicated to the love of my life -- who has the strength to put up with my intense and stubborn personality, who constantly encourages me to chase my dreams. . . who shows me every day how much she loves me (this girl is definitely not an example of "all talk, no action.")
Happy 30th Birthday Sara Elizabeth! Thanks for your love and support. I love you.
I guess I'm only as good at progressions as the trainer who taught me, and you're amazing. Thank you.ILU.
Posted by: Sara | May 14, 2007 at 09:17 AM
You two are so lucky to have found one another, and I'm lucky to know the both of you. I see this post was on the 10th, so I definately missed Sara's birthday, so happy belated birthday pretty lady! I know this year is going to be extra special for the both of you!
Posted by: Cousin Michelle | May 15, 2007 at 09:51 AM