Dr. Laura:
Two weeks ago, I was sick with the flu. My sweet husband cared very well for me. Up until I got sick, he asked me what I wanted for Valentine's Day. I kept saying I didn't want anything. At church, he wrote me a note on the back of the church bulletin and folded it into an origami heart. I just melted.
On Valentine's Day (February 14), he came home from work after a 12-hour shift, and he had a high fever. I went into action mode, taking his temperature, giving him medicine, pouring a bath, and giving him fluids to drink. I changed the sheets so he could be comfortable and after his bath, I tucked him in and said "Happy Valentine's Day!" He giggled and said, "You're such a HOT Valentine!" And we both laughed at the ridiculous pun.
So while he didn't bring me flowers or candy or a card on Valentine's Day, the laugh we had and the assumption that we absolutely love each other was so much better than any gift. We love each other 365 days a year. It's hard sometimes, but I would never be happier than when I'm changing the sheets, pouring a bath, and finding clever ways to get him to drink liquids. This was our best Valentine's Day ever.
Dr. Laura, you "level" me and center me and remind me that I am here to make his life better. We even have a little competition going, where we try to "out love" each other every day. We both listen to you, and your show always prompts wonderful conversations.
Chelsey
