Home is wherever I'm with you.

So when we moved in with my parents we knew it would be hard... giving up your personal space, letting go of those little pet peeves, and just learning to co-habitat as adults rather than teenagers (like the last time you lived under their roof and rule).  We are very lucky in the sense that our parents are completely respectful of the fact that we are adults, and don't try to step on our feet or set any rules. It's still hard to share space and not have daily access to our 'things', other than our bedroom. 

What we didn't anticipate is just how close the entire experience would bring us together. We've set goals from the beginning of our relationship and have yet to find a goal we're unable to reach. Living with my parents and sharing space has just brought the bigger picture into clearer perspective. We know what our goal is ((to be debt free, and own a second home in which we reside and grow our family)), and we know what it's going to take to reach that goal. Knowing that this isn't easy, but we're in it together has helped us to communicate through our feelings better and lean on each other even more so. 

As we approach our one year wedding anniversary (almost two years being legally married- but that's a story for another post...), I can't help but think of the saying you're bound to hear in your first year of marriage: "The first year of marriage is the hardest" ... and I can't help but agree on some level... we fought a lot (like, a whole bunch, over stupid stuff) while we were living in Seattle... but that just taught us how to fight as a married couple. It also taught us that no matter where you live, or just how crappy your job is, or how much you miss your friends and family- you're in it together. You're a team. You chose each other for a reason. 

I guess my whole point for this post is to express my gratitude to my husband for always sticking by my side, remaining my best friend, partner in crime, and adventure buddy. Sean, my home is wherever I'm with you. 

Photo compliments of Juneberry Photography

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-Mrs P.