Old Shoes

Friday, June 18, 2010
by Jeannie Fleming-Gifford

Sixteen years ago I married my beloved. Yes, I am "old," I also married "young".  We waited thirteen years before taking the plunge into this adventure called "parenthood." It was well worth the wait.

Did things change between us with the addition of a munchkin? Have they changed for you? "Yes," and I am guessing "yes." Doesn't everything evolve?

For me, it was one of the scariest parts of becoming parent. What would become of "us?" I needed him to stay in this journey with me. I also knew our daughter needed him. Tag-teaming the responsibilities seems to make it doable, not to mention the positive impact a two-parent family has on a child's development.  Don't get me wrong, I have plenty of friends and family flying "solo," and they are a-okay as are their munchkins.  There is more than one way to raise a happy, healthy, child.

As for us, it's been a long time that we have been together. I hope it will be a long, long time. One way I describe this love is "old shoe love."

When you describe your love as "old shoe love," people might feel sorry for you. Maybe they will think, "they'll never make it." I beg to differ. "Old shoe love" is the best kind of love.

Think about your favorite pair of shoes. They may look a bit worn, but you will never throw them away. They're comfortable. They fit perfectly. You love to wear them.

Perhaps you clean them up on occasion, maybe even buy a new pair of shoestrings. They shine again and for a few days, maybe even months, they're just like new.

As time goes on, and as you go through your days, they may get splashed by mud. They may get grass stains. Some stains never fade. They may never be brand new again, but you love your shoes anyway.

They may not be perfect anymore, but they are the perfect fit.

Yes, my love - old shoe love (yes, this post is for you "Toastmaster" - Happy Anniversary) is the best kind of love there is.
 

 

 

 

 

 

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