Sweet NSV: Yes, I love that man of mine!
moxiecowgirl
Posts: 291 Member
This happened almost a week ago, but I haven't had time to share. Now, I need to sing about it! 
I'm in a long-distance relationship. We see each other as often as we can, but nowhere near as much as we'd like. We talk daily on the phone, and he's been amazingly supportive throughout my surgery and all the weight I've lost so far, although he says he'd still have thought me beautiful if I'd never lost a pound.
What a sweetie!
Anyway, I digress...
He was here to visit last weekend, and upon taking a look at my wardrobe, most of which I was still wearing from 30 lbs or more ago, decided it was time for a shopping trip. We had a great time and bought a few really cute things, but I was having a hard time convincing myself that I "could" wear a lot of what was available in the shops we visited. I noticed he was getting a little flustered, but had on his brave game face while he followed me in and out from place to place. Finally, we came to a shoe store, where I promptly decided I NEEDED a new pair of spring/summer shoes.
It didn't take us long to find a really cute pair of wedges, and the saleslady ever-so-helpfully pointed out that there was a BOGO sale going on, so off we went in search of something else nice to add on, because we're suckers like that. He found a sweet little infinity scarf and asked me to try it on for him. I did, but giggled about it not going with my outfit. It was then that I looked up and saw the change in his expression. His voice got all soft and husky with emotion, and he said "no, baby, you're right, it doesn't go, but you need to go look in the mirror right now."
I was a bit confused as to why looking in the mirror was so important rightthissecond, but I did as he said, and hit the full length mirror at the back of the room, while he followed along.
I wasn't too sure at first who that radiantly cute girl was looking back at me, with her stylish clothes, pretty curves, and brilliant smile, with the hint of pretty pink in her cheeks and the sparkling eyes. I looked into the mirror to get a glimpse at my love behind me, just in time to see him wipe away a tear with the biggest smile on his face. We just stared at each other for a second while I took in the image of myself the way he sees me...the way everyone but me, I think, sees me. He nodded at me and whispered "you see it, don't you?" I couldn't speak. I just nodded while the happy tears flooded my eyes.
Next thing I know, I'm in his arms. I'm crying, he's crying and whispering things in my ear like "welcome to your new life", "I'm so proud of you", "you're beautiful", and "I love you". I'm pretty sure the shop lady thought we were nuts, but if this is insanity, I have little to no desire to ever be sane again!
In case you're wondering, yes, the scarf AND the shoes came home with us. :happy:
I'm in a long-distance relationship. We see each other as often as we can, but nowhere near as much as we'd like. We talk daily on the phone, and he's been amazingly supportive throughout my surgery and all the weight I've lost so far, although he says he'd still have thought me beautiful if I'd never lost a pound.
What a sweetie!Anyway, I digress...
He was here to visit last weekend, and upon taking a look at my wardrobe, most of which I was still wearing from 30 lbs or more ago, decided it was time for a shopping trip. We had a great time and bought a few really cute things, but I was having a hard time convincing myself that I "could" wear a lot of what was available in the shops we visited. I noticed he was getting a little flustered, but had on his brave game face while he followed me in and out from place to place. Finally, we came to a shoe store, where I promptly decided I NEEDED a new pair of spring/summer shoes.
It didn't take us long to find a really cute pair of wedges, and the saleslady ever-so-helpfully pointed out that there was a BOGO sale going on, so off we went in search of something else nice to add on, because we're suckers like that. He found a sweet little infinity scarf and asked me to try it on for him. I did, but giggled about it not going with my outfit. It was then that I looked up and saw the change in his expression. His voice got all soft and husky with emotion, and he said "no, baby, you're right, it doesn't go, but you need to go look in the mirror right now."
I was a bit confused as to why looking in the mirror was so important rightthissecond, but I did as he said, and hit the full length mirror at the back of the room, while he followed along.
I wasn't too sure at first who that radiantly cute girl was looking back at me, with her stylish clothes, pretty curves, and brilliant smile, with the hint of pretty pink in her cheeks and the sparkling eyes. I looked into the mirror to get a glimpse at my love behind me, just in time to see him wipe away a tear with the biggest smile on his face. We just stared at each other for a second while I took in the image of myself the way he sees me...the way everyone but me, I think, sees me. He nodded at me and whispered "you see it, don't you?" I couldn't speak. I just nodded while the happy tears flooded my eyes.
Next thing I know, I'm in his arms. I'm crying, he's crying and whispering things in my ear like "welcome to your new life", "I'm so proud of you", "you're beautiful", and "I love you". I'm pretty sure the shop lady thought we were nuts, but if this is insanity, I have little to no desire to ever be sane again!
In case you're wondering, yes, the scarf AND the shoes came home with us. :happy:
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awwwwwww! My eyes are welling up. Good for you and good for him!!0
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AWWW!! My heart just melted. Congrats on your transformation and for having such an amazing guy!0
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Beautiful NSV! Now, I'm crying.0
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That is such a heart warming NSV!!! Thank you so very much for sharing that with us. 0
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What a wonderfully sweet NSV!!!
Please excuse me...something seems to have gotten in my eye....0 -
Awesome! And, yes, I'm holding back the tears.0
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Awe, that is so wonderful. Makes life worth living for sure0
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I LOVED your story so much that I got weepy! He is a KEEPER!
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awww..misting up here!0
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Amazing NSV. Reading your story gave me goosebumps. Just wonderful.0
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Now Im crying, What a sweet man and I'm glad he opened your eyes... Congrats on the weight loss0
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Congratulations on your transformation and on having such a loving, supportive partner!0
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Yep, tissue time. What a wonderful story. You have a keeper.0
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Awwww :') Reading this made me feel so happy inside! These things make me regain hope for love.. I hope I find true love someday too!0
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Simply... awesome. Congrats to you on all the wonderful things (and people) you have.0
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how lovely - and a bit misty too. You are so fortunate to have a supportive and verbal partner. Can I borrow him for a shopping trip?
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Love it!!!:). Thanks for sharing.0
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Awwww! That's awesome he's like that. So happy for you!0
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Darn you for making a sick pregnant lady cry!! That's the most beautiful thing, you hold on to that one!!! And congrats on all of your hard work0
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Congratulations on your new life and your wonderful man! You made me tear up this morning too!0
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Awwwwwww Im tearing up at work... damn allergies... so sweet!0
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This NSV is NSFW... because I'm crying.0
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My eyes have misted, what a beautiful NSV. Thanks so much for sharing,
Well done to you and your journey and congrats on the amazing partner!0 -
aww I think just like everyone else.. you had me a bit teary eyed! Congrats on your success and keep on going... as long as you are happy, that is all that matters!0
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So happy for you, this is an incredibly touching story! Thank you for sharing.0
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Such a sweet story! Thank you for sharing. :flowerforyou:0
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awwwwwwwww.... that's is soooo beautiful!!! You have me teared up as well...0
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Awesome!! Thanks for sharing!0
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Now that is the most beautiful story I've read on here. Put tears in my eyes too. Congrats on your great success and that man is a keeper!0
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It would be so great if we could always see ourselves the way the ones who love us most do. Thanks for sharing!0
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