There will be no explanation about the chain of events on Mother's Day, except to say that it was not in fact forgotten in our home, but perhaps teasing me (fooling me?) for longer than I could tolerate about "not being celebrated".
Yes, for those who are reading between the lines, he had a gift and plan the whole time. Now you are asking yourself, "Why would one allow their sweetheart to sweat it out all day, feeling utterly forgotten?" but that is a question only a man can answer, so I am at a loss.
I think perhaps Chad doesn't always realize the magnitude of gift-giving occasions in my mind. For better or worse, my parents made gift-giving occasions big. Not that the gifts were huge, but the effort placed on picking the perfect gift and presenting it with love was a BIG DEAL so when a special occasion comes around, I have expectations of grandeur - again, not in terms of money, but in terms of receiving something that he thinks I will love. Chad, on the flip side, would prefer skipping all gift giving and instead use the money to plan a meaningful time together. I don't think either way is better (except of course it would be easier for me if he'd just adapt to my style....haha); we simply have different ways of expressing affection and appreciation.
But I digress....
Once he was done with the trickery, I was showered with a dozen roses, a beautiful new necklace and bracelet of salt water pearls (which are different than fresh water - and now I know because I have both!), and the best letter ever written. :) Additionally a text and phone call from three perfectly wonderful children who didn't have to, but did it anyway.
I am very content lady.
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