100th Post.

Dear, Matthew ...  I just want you to know that I am completely in love with you. Most everything in my days makes me think of or wish for you in some way. You are truthfulness and tenderness in so many of the areas that I need it. You remind me what it looks like to mix strength and kindness into one. My spirit and body long for you during our times apart. No one compares to your presence in my life. You enrich my everyday ... When you're sad or hurt, all I want is to be near you. To run my fingers through your hair. To kiss your forehead. To love, love, love you. When I have a bad day or am feeling my loneliness, literally ALL I want is you ... Your eyes to look into, your hands to hold, your chest to lie on, your jokes to giggle at, your kisses to make me feel alive.

I miss you, and I'm proud to be yours .. But most of all, I'm crazy about you.

You're my boy. Thank you for loving me.

Baby, You're a Firework!

july 4th celebrations were perfect. 

i spent the weekend in chicago suburbs with a group of friends many of which i rarely get to see  and matt & i threw a party at his house! the day was dreamy with a high of 86, unveiled sunshine, and waves of perfect breeze throughout the afternoon that turned into a pretty sunset sky & cool summer evening.

as the night went on i forgot more and more to take pictures. which is sad, because the after-fireworks party was whimsical and cozy. but we had a fab time ... here's the proof! 

1. Matt's daddy grilling with a friend     2. me & two of my favorite ladies     3 & 4. chatty, handsome boys

summer in chicago = big sunglasses

buddies playing bags

1. bros ;)     2. me & bruce!

everybody hangin'

1. me eating     2. chris & ruth ... new friends!     3. edith & her piece of AWESOME american flag cake     4. sunset jeff     5. matt & i     6. waiting for fireworks!

the back deck ... ready for drink creations & snacking!

and that, my friends, is where the pictures ended ... 

but the party did not.