Two Years
Two years ago today had great potential to be a very sad day. At the time, it would’ve been my one year anniversary with the boy I had been seeing. The boy that had also recently decided he needed a “break” from our relationship. I found myself spiraling down in a very bad cycle of depression and self-deprecation. I was in the beginning of what would become a very difficult 7-months.
But on May 24th, something happened that would change my life. A man I didn’t know left me a comment on my blog, saying he liked my writing and introducing himself as the son of a friend I’d met via another website. I was skeptical at first, after all you never know what kind of crazies might pop up via the web. His story checked out though, and his mom assured me that he was an upstanding young man.
What began as a comment on my blog soon transformed into a friendship that helped me through one of the darkest times of my life. When I felt awful about myself and about life in general, he helped remind me about the good things. When I was putting my life on hold and allowing myself to be miserable for weeks and months at a time, his support helped me remember that I was worth more than I was giving myself. When I finally put a stop to a painful cycle with my former boyfriend, he was there to assure me I’d made the right decision. When major health issues cropped up, he was there, sending me text messages to make me smile after surgery… sending me my own personal furry little doctor to keep me company over my two-night hospital stay.
This man who was a complete stranger became my best friend. He has continued to be that for me over the past two years, even as our romantic relationship developed. What began two years ago as a kind note from a stranger, has grown into the love of my life. We just bought our first house. This is the man I will marry one day (soon I think). This is the man who will be the father of my children. This is the man that has helped make all of my dreams come true, and I know that as the years pass it will just be more of the same.
Who knew that a comment from a stranger could turn into this?
Patricia said,
May 24, 2007 @ 10:20 am
Well, as you know, these days I actually do think of you as my DIL so as far as I am concerned, the sooner the better!
MARY JO said,
May 24, 2007 @ 12:12 pm
I AM SO GLAD JAKE CAME INTO YOUR LIFE. THERE ARE NOT MANY MEN LEFT OUT THERE LIKE JAKE OR BRIAN. THEY ARE A SPECIAL BREED. I AM GLAD JAKE WAS ABLE TO HELP YOU THROUGH A DIFFICULT TIME IN YOUR LIFE. I HAVE LEARNED WHEN YOU LEAST EXPECT IT THINGS IN LIFE JUST COME TOGETHER. I WISH YOU AND JAKE NOTHING BUT HAPPINESS.
Mom said,
May 24, 2007 @ 5:34 pm
I totally agree with Patricia. I already think of Jake as our son-in-law. You also know sooner than later for us too. Jake, this is for you. Thank you so much for always being there for Kate. You are her rock. The day you found her, she was SO lost. Thank you for being you.
Monica said,
May 24, 2007 @ 7:06 pm
I remember those days…and how helpless I felt because I didn’t know what to say or possibly do to help you. I am so happy that you two have found each other, and I am so happy for you both. Missin’ you…
Jake said,
May 25, 2007 @ 7:17 am
Hard to believe it’s been that long. You are what keeps me going Kate. I would truely be lost without you in my life. Thanks to everyone for the kind words. Just know that Kate is my best friend and as much as I’m her rock, she is my rock as well…I love you Kate :-*
Brian said,
May 25, 2007 @ 12:17 pm
In life there is a moment when some comes into you life and articulates things you often took for granted. Some how this person makes songs sweeter, time last longer, love eternal. Below is someone who can say it better than I.
There were bells on a hill
But I never heard them ringing
No, I never heard them at all
Till there was you
There were birds in the sky
But I never saw them winging
No, I never saw them at all
Till there was you
Then there was music and wonderful roses
they tell me in sweet fragrant meadows
of dawn and dew
There was love all around
But I never heard it singing
No I never heard it at all
Till there was you
Then there was music and wonderful roses
they tell me in sweet fragrant meadows
of dawn and dew
There was love all around
But I never heard it singing
No, I never heard it at all
Till there was you
Till there was you
Mom said,
May 25, 2007 @ 4:32 pm
I guess “The Music Man” said it better than we all could. Thanks Brian!!!
carey said,
May 25, 2007 @ 7:32 pm
Wow, Kate…I came here to ask you to be my new best friend after I read that wonderful reply on Jada’s blog….so happy for you that you don’t need me at all! May the love and friendship you feel for Jake today continue through many, many tomorrows.
Kate said,
May 25, 2007 @ 8:15 pm
Thanks to everyone… it’s nice to have my friends, family, as well as Jake’s so happy for us.
Tiani said,
May 28, 2007 @ 6:20 pm
You 2 have such a beautiful story
) I love that when your grandchildren ask how you met, you can say, ‘well Grandpa left me this comment….’
I love you bunches sweetie! I’m so happy for both of you, and can’t wait to see your new home
) Love and hugs
Erin said,
May 30, 2007 @ 2:13 pm
That is so wonderful!!! See what can happen when fate steps in?? I love it!
Hopefully you both will have a wonderful life together
By the way, where in North Carolina do you live? I’m in Cary, near Raleigh.