When did you most recently have a nearly perfect day? What were some key elements that helped make it nearly perfect? Which of those elements were also present in the last nearly perfect day you experienced?
In late March, my wife suggested we visit the Saint Michael's Farm Preserve in Hopewell, N.J. The natural setting, clear sky, and ideal early spring temperature set the stage. Our invigorating walk was punctuated by effortless conversation, laughter, and comfortable silence. And then ... a surprise.
Tomorrow marks the forty-seventh anniversary of the first date my wife and I had. Beginning on April 17, 1978, every nearly perfect day I've had has shared one key element - her.
What a beautiful post - thank you! Forty-seven years and we are still having lots of nearly perfect days. I'm so grateful for that.
ReplyDeleteIn case you didn't recognize me...anonymous is your WIFE.
ReplyDeleteYes I was smart enough to know "anonymous" was you; the forty-seven years reference did the trick.
DeleteWhat a tribute! It called to my mind, for some reason, maybe it was the picture of the sculpture--the poem by e.e. Cummings--"somewhere I have never traveled gladly beyond" And thank you for as always--food for thought, and food for writing prompts!
ReplyDeleteRegina; Thanks for the comment. Glad I'm helping to supply you with prompts.
DeleteHappy anniversary, what a beautiful post.
ReplyDeleteAnonymous; Thanks for the comment and well wishes.
DeleteHey Pat. That was a beautiful post to read. Sometimes the simple things make the best days. And a nice planned surprise ... adds to the experience.
ReplyDeleteBe well,
Bob
Bob; Thanks for the comment; glad you enjoyed reading it. And you're right about those simple things.
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