As a schoolgirl, I liked the good-lookers. Later, I was drawn to humour, then to wit, then to attention. I kept chasing the thrill, convinced butterflies were the key. Over time, I learned those things were only fleeting.
When I met Dave, the chemistry was instant, and he checked all my superficial boxes. He also had qualities I didn’t even know to hope for: stability, patience and generosity. What began as the giddiness of first sparks grew into the gentle flame of a lasting love. He became my husband, the father of our children, and the person I depend on most.
Marriage taught me that the true measure of a man is how he cares for his family.
He makes new memories with us, shows us the world, and includes his parents, brothers and their partners in the journey. Life with him is like climbing a mountain together: steady, sometimes challenging, but always moving upward with trust and purpose. He makes sure no one is left behind. I no longer chase butterflies. I found the man who is both my solid ground and the greatest adventure of my life.