Gift of the Magi
I also remembered when I first read it, it made me dream of a relationship I'd have someday.
And the essence of their love just reminds me of Dave and me. Epic. Touching. Even if only felt by the couple.
Not sure we'd ever do such a thing as they did. For one, I share too much so would likely tell Dave my plans before I did anything. LOL And I'd make him take the combs back and get his watch back!
That might be the reason why when I learned Dave HAS a pocket watch it did something to me. I dunno. Was "own a pocket watch" on a list I never got around to making? LOL
Anyway, the financial situation feels all too real. And as pressed down as I feel, I AM getting better at remembering the old cliche, The best things in life are free.
I have the love of my life. My dream man. A man who I feel so connected to, it's nothing short of a miracle. A feeling so consuming...
"Let him think I'm still pretty."
"The hairs on my head may be numbered, but no one could ever number my love for you."
-sigh- It's such a sweet, pure love between them.
Dave and I have discussed our love being epic. Hard to explain, but it's just EPIC. :)
If Epic is supposed to mean someone dies.... then, yea. When you're in love, you die a little to your own desires. Your desire becomes THEIR happiness.
And that's how it is to fall in Love with God. Our desire becomes to please Him. To be in His presence. :)