When I was a child this little game is what I loved about daisies. Pull off a petal and say “loves me”, toss the petal away. Pull off another petal and say “loves me not”. Repeat until you are down to the last petal that tells your fortune. We spent hours ruining daisies until we got the fortune we wanted. After I became interested in math I would count the petals first, then I knew how to get my desired outcome.
I don’t pluck petals off of daisies anymore because I know he loves me. 47 years so far. I know there were times when I wasn’t very likable, but he still loved me. This week I asked him to take me on a date so I could wear my new size 10 dress (a first for me). I felt like a real princess (not the Disney type) and he treated me like one. We had a lovely brunch of outstanding food on a sunny summer day overlooking Lake Michigan. How perfect is that!
He is more proud of me now that I have lost 50 pounds, but he loved me all through the process. He loved me all during my fat years, through my depressions and my ugliest days and as I have become an aging woman. How lucky am I! He doesn’t need to pluck daisy petals either because he knows I love him with all my heart and being. My heart sings as I write this. I am a very fortunate (older and thinner) woman.
6 Comments»
Sharon aka NPNana
14. July 2008 | 18:12 hCarol, what a beautiful and informative project you have going here. And CONGRATULATIONS on the 50-lb loss. WOW! I’m so happy for you. Sure wish you’d post a photo. You sound so very happy and blessed. May God continue to bless you with many more healthy and joyful years.
Barb
14. July 2008 | 18:37 hWho says writings not your thing????I thoroughy enjoyed
your writing.Very touching and very you.Look forward to more. Soon, Barb
Ditty
15. July 2008 | 11:41 hWhat a great idea, Carol! You’re a much better writer than you think! Keep going, I’ve got you bookmarked!
Sliloh
16. July 2008 | 02:45 hThis post is just all around inspiring. Congrats on the weightloss. Bigger congrats on 47 years! He loved you through it all and you let him. That’s a lot more than I have accomplished. I think it’s wonderful
(I do hope this makes some sense)
Anita
Bean
3. August 2008 | 18:50 hCongratulations!
Congratulations on your weight loss and your relationship. Both are true accomplishments. 47 years was more than just the work of your beloved. It shows love, commitment and faith on both your parts.
Thank you for sharing your joy with us. It made my day!
Valerie Beeby
24. September 2008 | 06:25 hI found this a very fascinating story - and a lovely idea to make the daisies a metaphor for your life! Congratulations on losing the weight. That needs strength of mind.