We're two months away from our initiation into parenthood, Chup and I. Every night I curl up in bed and mentally mark--with a bold red x--another day closer to our event. The Event. THE EVENT TO END ALL EVENTS. I am certain there is no way to adequately prepare myself, or Chup, so it's really a waiting game. Besides how many times can I take a gleeful inventory of all the little onesies, booties and blankeys that I've collected (and folded, refolded) so far?The other night I was also taking inventory of Chup's wardrobe.
"Honey, you need some new casual shirts." I observed.
So we went shopping, Chup and I. Particularly to a store that is kind enough to have a supply of XXLs in bright colors. And baby clothes. Cute, simple, unadorned baby clothes.
When Chup stopped at the first table full of manly shirts, I told him that I was headed back to peruse the infant section.
"And so it begins . . ." Chup replied wistfully as though I were abandoning him in his great hour of need. This was, after all, supposed to be his special shopping trip, with me faithfully at his side digging through trendy tops in search of the triple-lettered knit tee.
"I will be right back." I assured.
But the exchange got me to thinking. Perhaps I can't really prepare myself for motherhood, or Chup for fatherhood, but I can secure our relationship. The first thing that came to mind: Remind Chup that he is my First Love.
And I knew just how I was going to do it.
On a tip from a friend I found a local artisan, Kim, who makes custom pendants. I browsed through Chup's dreamy headshots and found the one that even Zac Ephron (who?) would envy. Via e-mail, I attached the photo and put in an order for specifics on a chain, as well as a little flirty secret message for the back of the pendant. A couple days later, my mailbox offered me a pouch. Inside the pouch was the most adorable purple sachet. Inside the sachet was my beautiful pendant. Custom made, and perfect for my plan.
It would be good of me to tell you what happened when Chup discovered the enchanting pendant hanging from around my neck later that afternoon, but this is a family friendly blog. You know I just can't share those details.
Let's just say he no longer worries about his place in my heart. Things are good, Chup and I.
Check out Kim's stunning pendants by click HERE!
The Jed Wells Headshot Project
14 Pieces of Opinion:
Key word- "unadorned". Please stop putting "Daddy's Little All-star" and "Boob Man" on my son's onesies. I really dislike that.
And good for you for remembering your husband. It seems like housewife is a lost art and it has been replaced with housemom.
those are adorable! me wants one.
Sweet post, darling pendant
Nice and close to the bosom. Good for you!
I absolutely LOVE this idea and the sentiment behind it. Going to remember this for future married/about-to-become-a-mother self.
You are so wise. I wish I had thought of this years ago. Whit is so right about housewifery being a lost art; I am all-consumed by my children and too often I just assume that Hubs knows how much I love him. My new goal is to greet him with a kiss when he comes home from work every day - something I stopped doing years ago. It's a start.
Such a cute idea... So glad you're preparing yourself for that part of parenthood. Nobody told me before Ryley was born how much I would miss my sweet Ryan those first few weeks. He was by my side the whole time, but it was no longer just the 2 of us. I never imagined my heart would ache for that time with him. Somehow as time passes you figure it out and you make time for each other, but those first few weeks are just an adjustment, so it's great your getting yourself ready for that now!! By the way we're going to miss you in our ward :)
It is sad to see relationships disappear when children come into the picture. That is why parents have such a hard time when the nest is empty again. Thumbs up for noticing that before it started.
BTW- you will fall more in love with Chup when you see him with the Chief ! It is so tender and oh so precious. Another side and more you will learn about him.
Great idea. Every man wants to know that we are wrapped around their finger. What better way than to wrap our necks with their handsome face. Great idea!
Thank you for that link. I am ordering one pronto.
what a great thing. I actually have a bracelet with three picture charms on it. It has my hubby when he was a little kid, me when I was a little kid and the both of us at our engagement party. I got it as a gift from a mom whose daughter was in my class... a few years ago. I will have to send you a picture of it. But, anyhow, looking at Kim's stuff, I really like it...and it is much cheaper than the person who made my bracelet sells her stuff for. Ok,I think I am rambling....
Very cute. Great idea!! I'm sure Chup felt so loved.
Wow - I love that necklace. I have wanted a little locket/charm like that since I was a little girl. I'm so glad you did the research for me. Now I can go get one (when it's my next special occasion, of course). It's great that you are aware of Chup in the middle of this all, when it can be kind of a selfish time.
I love! Parenthood makes you appreciate one another even more than you can imagine. You love him now... just wait!
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