When Melissa asked me to write a few words for her Valentine’s love column, I gladly agreed. Then I spent the next week hemming and hawing about what to write. I couldn’t think of anything that would be “Valentine worthy.” But, then I got to thinking: Isn’t a marriage that lasted almost 25 years and produced two beautiful children enough to call it a love story? And, isn’t a marriage where my husband rubbed my back every single night for those 25 years enough for a love story? What about the memories I carry close to my heart, even today, almost 9 years after his death? All the days spent in the hospital with Melissa during her 26 surgeries ought to qualify us for some sort of place in the annals of devotion! Being able to be with Brian every single day for 4 months during his cancer treatment was indeed a gift for our marriage. Even the ordinary days were special when we were together. There was always laughter in our home and hearts. Even today, long after I ceased being a wife, I can feel him with me every day. I guess ours is a Valentine-worthy love story after all! Happy Valentine’s Day, Brian.
–By Sharon, mother of the blogger
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Abbey S says
I have loved these 100 word love stories so much. I know they started as a Valentine's special, but I hope they continue to pop up every now and then. They make my heart happy. 🙂
Lisa Griffin says
This is such a beautiful post! It is absolutely a Valentine's Day worthy post, and an inspiring reminder for us all that love filled relationships are not all back rubs and breakfasts in bed!
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Melisande says
such a beautiful post.
Jes says
i loved this. so great to read on a monday, too!
-jes
http://www.twosmuppies.com
Kirsteen says
Lovely x
Sweet Posy Dreams says
Such a sweet post. Brings tears to my eyes. You are lucky, Melissa, to have had two parents who were so devoted to each other.
Hollie says
this made me a little teary eyed. your mom seems like the best.
Cynthia says
oh, that was wonderful!! A love story is whatever you make of it. It's personal and worthy however the story goes. I love this!
Rachael says
Such a thought provoking message, i've loved everyone of them but this one has really touched me x
HayleyKiah says
This is so sweet! And I think it just shows that love stories don't have to be wild and crazy. True love can be simple and beautiful. I will definitely miss this wonderful series!
Melissa Blake says
Abbey and Hayley — thanks so much! I loved this series too…I'm actually thinking of some spin-offs I could do. Stay tuned… 🙂
Melissa Blake says
Speaking of spin-offs, are there any 100-word topics you guys would like to see? Suggest away! xoxo
Melissa Blake says
p.s. i'll show my mom these comments…they'll make her Monday!
Jenny in Ohio says
This is so awesome. Your mom really seems like an awesome, strong woman. Thanks so much for sharing.
Miss Caitlin S. says
Definitely worthy of a great love story! I love the picture 🙂
College Dating says
Aww.The two of you look cute together. Great love story! God bless the both of you in your lives together as husband and wife. :') I was really inspired after reading your post.