a picture of me a dh from 2001
Journaling reads: I used to work with a girl who I never thought was very smart. Then one day while hashing our various relationship gripes, she said to me “its expecations that ruin relationships. If you truly love someone it doesnt matter if they do this or that-just that they are that person”.
Unconditional love.
I knew this was how I felt instantly with my child. It didnt matter weather he did what I asked, or threw a whole palte of food on the floor, I was gonna love him just the same. But for you and I, I had to grow into it.
When she said this thing to me, I thought she was still a silly girl because I was still a selfish girl, but every day more and more I realize what she said is true. It doesnt matter if you washed the dishes, or left your socks a foot from the laundry basket you could have very easily put them in. Sure I get irritated and annoyed, but what matters is at the end of the day, you are there for me, you make me laugh, and you try to help me be a better me.
The expectations I may have had in the beginning are all gone now. I dont expect a thing from you. Not even love. If you give it, I’ll take it, but in the end, I’ll love you regardless. And that is truly unconditional.

Anita Stregiou-Love Wear Frames, and Green staples from Little Flower Shoppe
Kelly Shults-Heart stamp
everything else-Michelle Bradley Sweet Treats