I know a blog post isn't really the most romantic thing in the world, but I wanted to take some time to say Happy Anniversary to my girlfriend, Christine. Even though it doesn't feel like it's been that long, it's been an amazing 4 years. It seems so long ago when we used to have our weekly video game night (it used to be Thursdays..hehe) and worrying if we were going to be accepted by each other's families.
The picture above and to the left was taken sometime within the first month of us being together in 2005. The picture above and to the right is one of our more recent photos from Valentine's Day 2009. As you can see, we've both changed over the past 4 years; not just physically, but emotionally, as well. Having Christine in my life for the past 4 years has brought such a change in me. I've learned to be more selfless, more responsible, and more mature. I can honestly say that if it wasn't for her, I'd probably still be in school. If it wasn't for her, I wouldn't have worked so hard to graduate, get an internship, and join the workforce. To put it simply, without her, I wouldn't have cared about myself; I'd probably still be at school, working at Gap with no goals. She made me better.
The reason that I love her is because she makes me feel like I can do anything. And I would do anything for her. Even if my job sucks or money gets really tight, I'll grind it out to make her happy. Because she's worth it to me. But most of all, she loves me for being me. And I know she does because she loved me when I was fat (I'm still a little chubby, but that's besides the point).
We've been through so many ups and downs in the past 4 years, celebrating accomplishments and getting by through rough times. But it's all been worth it. And so, I leave you with some words from Musiq Soulchild:
I'll still want you if you gain a little weight, yeah
the way i feel for you will always be the same
Just as long as your love dont change
Happy 4 Year Anniversary, Christine. I love you.
