I could barely contain my smile today. Between being giddy over how attractive you are when you’re covered in dirt and sweat and the giagantic act of service you did for me and our oldest, it was impossible to put my grin away. I’m so thankful for you.

You told me today, after you’d finished repairing the Jeep, that you helped someone out at the gas station. I told you your grandpa would be proud that you are a good man. I’m so fortunate that you love me.

I made you tacos, you said they were better than Chipotle. I was practically blushing (or maybe I actually blushed). Either way, it filled my cup up a lot to know I could make you a delicious meal after all the hard work you did.

Before you left, I demanded extra kisses. You obliged and it filled me up the rest of the way. The past two days we spent together were just amazing for me. I hope despite the grueling heat and complex labor, that you also feel good about the time we’ve spent together.

I’m going to finish The Spellshop (that book I told you about with the self-aware spider plant) and then get started on our couple’s workbook. If I find anything I think we should do, I’ll let you know. Now that I’m done with my incomplete, I can start to relax a little. At least for a few more weeks, then I’ll have to really be on top of my schedule. I’m taking three classes this semester, working as a TA and teaching a lab, continuing my research, and I’ll still be working for the foundation. Plus I want to prioritize making time for the kids, especially since it’s M’s last year of high school. It feels so surreal that she’s almost all grown up… I’ll also want to spend time with you each week and see my friends at least once this months. And go to the gym…

I’m feeling anxious about my finances now that I have a car payment. I just need to keep my head above water for another year and then I’ll be poised for a job that would keep us afloat if you ever decided to go back to school again.