Partners
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I’m being pulled in a lot of directions at work so California Girl has had to rearrange her schedule on very short notice numerous times recently in order to get both kids to practice. It’s something that happens to everyone; but, earlier today (Tuesday) as I hung up the phone after letting her know that I was going to be late once again, I was struck by the great it is to have a partner. She doesn’t complain about not being informed earlier or expect me to “trade” another errand with her. She really doesn’t mind altering her plans if I’m having a long day at the office. Obviously, she’s going to make sure the kids get to their practices. It’s more the way that she looks at it. She considers it helping me out as much as or more than doing something for the kids. She has told many, many times that she doesn’t think of the things that I ask her to do as burdens or impositions; but is still nice to be reminded through her actions. I don’t know what I would do without her.
U r lucky.
Enjoy it
When you really love someone you both like to be able to help and do whatever you can for the other person to make their day a little easier and a little brighter. That is true love and it is rare but some of us are lucky and have found the real thing like the two of you.
When helping out a partner in need becomes a chore, or worse yet, you hesitate to even ASK due to the reaction you KNOW you’ll receive, you know you are in deep trouble…
-Voice of experience
I couldn’t agree more with the comment from Valerie. The thing that most people don’t understand is that a marriage, or any partnership for that matter, is never a 50/50 deal. It requires 100% from each of you to make it work.
You are both so lucky, most people go through their whole life and never find a love like you and CG have. I know how lucky I am to have found my soul mate (as corny as that may sound) and I am thankful for each day I have with him!
My Girlfriend is Hot: Thank you. I don’t know why I have been so fortunate; but I do everything I can to let her know that I know how lucky I am.
Interested Reader: We know how rare it is. It’s great having a life partner rather than just someone you happen to live with.
Valerie: I hope that we never reach that point. But I will say that I prefer to not have to ask so often. Not because I’m afraid of what she might say; but I’d feel like I’m not “dong my share”.
Jen: We’ve ever looked upon marriage as a 50/50 proposition. We all have our strengths and weakness. If we’re god at something and it’s easy for us, why shouldn’t we do more? We met when we were young so it took us a while to figure out our special our connection is. We just assumed most people’s relationships were similar to ours. It wasn’t until we both gat a bit older that we learned how fortunate we are.
I love this couple, you make my day, i wish you could post everyday.
When responsibility is shared, and then one has to have you cover them, there shouldnt be any negative reaction. I like to call it TEAM work.
Together
Everyone
Achieves
More!
Not everyone gets this concept. Alot of husbands do not share the responsibility outside their careers with the wife.
I’m sure CaliGirl feels the same way about you, what would she do without you!
Gig: Sometimes, we do post more frequently, but recently I have been busy doing OPW (other peoples work).
Kitty: You are correct about the male perspective. I receive a lot of criticism for doing so much with/for the children. Fortunately, I’m good at what I do so it hasn’t killed my career.