also, printed this year’s photo book. that’s going to be how I scrapbook instead of actually scrapbooking. we take so many pictures it’s hard to choose, but it’s cool to see a year of our story told in 20-24 photos.
my birthday has been incredible. from the moment we got up, Jake has had something awesome to do or eat or hear. he’s the best.
a successful winter is a near winter.
nearness is not the same as togetherness.
togetherness is important too.
but most important is nearness. and watchfulness.
and vigilance. and exchanging warmth.
making so many photo books. writing so many words. upgrading so many tools. loving so much.
Jake always knows what to say. especially when we’re creeping towards the early morning, wide awake after too many commitments. then he whispers to me of sidekicks and destinies, of love and depths. I melt away to sleep, surrounded by his confidence and his arms.
My favorite people are the ones who sit down, look at you intently, and say “tell me more.” They are legitimately interested in you as a person and give you their full attention. They ask questions without turning the conversation away from you and are just genuinely the nicest people about everything. They aren’t trying to flirt with you or anything, they are just fascinated by people and their stories and want to listen to everyone.
Appreciate these people. Never let them out of your sight. They are the greatest gift to the world.
