Twelve Guys and A Surprise: Introduction

This begins a whole new series entitled “Twelve Guys and A Surprise.” This collection of short stories prove to be rather interesting. The crazy thing is that they are all true! If you can relate to any of the stories, click the “I can relate” button. Feel free to share your stories in the comment section!

Twelve Guys and A Surprise I: The “Asks Everybody Out” Guy

So I was fresh out from an all-girl’s boarding school; hardly exposed to guys as an adolescent, until then; so you can’t really blame me for this one. As a sophomore in high school, I visited the library often and noticed a guy who was always there too. I thought he was kind of cute, so one day I made up my mind to talk to him. Afraid to move forward, I whipped out my Bible and prayed a scripture that I made applicable to my situation (it was probably based on name it and claim it). So I went over there, started a conversation and then he asked me out! I went home so excited. Next time I went to the library I overheard some girls talking about him. “That guy? He asks everyone out”. Figures I’d be the one to say yes :/

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Twelve Guys and A Surprise II: The Mirror Guy

My junior year of high school was great. I had a lot of fun in clubs and other activities. The choir was one of them. Every day on my way to the choir room, there was this guy who always tried to talk to me. My high and mighty I-kissed-dating-goodbye self would constantly ignore him. When he was fed up he stopped me in the hall and gave me a piece of his mind. He very clearly insisted that I relinquish my pride and fix my attitude. I was taken aback that the guy sincerely wanted to talk to me with pure intentions. We never spoke again.

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Twelve Guys and A Surprise III: The Super Fly Out-of-My-League Guy

He was the super confident I-don’t-need-to-find-a-woman-‘cause-they-come-to-me-in-droves guy. I knew he was out of my league. This was the guy I would send my cousin to as a liaison (she just happened to date his brother). I was like “So what did he say? Do you think he likes me? Next time you see him, ask him for me.” She would tell me what events he was going to be at and I would show up looking awkward (though super fabulous in my eyes). She would try her best not to hurt my feelings. I finally gave it up on the weekend of his wedding. :/

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Twelve Guys and A Surprise IV: The God Told Me You Are My Wife Guy

Now I just had a close encounter with this guy. He was obviously assessing me and my apparent devotion to Christ. Funny; he eventually passed me and gave the line to a buddy of mine who declined. Hey you gotta cut him a little slack; it’s really difficult to hear God clearly on this matter.

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Twelve Guys and A Surprise V: The Parental Hook-Up Guy

Our parents wish us the best. They’ve known us all our lives so we should trust their intuition…even if it’s to marry only people from our foreign hometowns. Well, I respect my parents so when they insisted that I talk to a guy that they probably betrothed me to as an infant, I was civil. I anticipated the first call. Phone rings, I answer “Hello?” The other end: “Yellow? Yellow? Is that tia? Hi. Can you call me back; I don’t have credit.”* I was totally turned off. For weeks he would keep flashing me.** Gosh! Then I figured I could communicate with him better via email. He sends me an email like “So you know, we should do the wedding here and maybe in a few months I can reach America.” Oh no; I’m out!

* Credit is a term used to describe the amount of money used to buy units on a pay-as-you-go mobile phone system.

**Flashing means to call someone, let the phone ring once, and then hang up, expecting the receiver to call you back.

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Twelve Guys and A Surprise VI: The Godly Guy

Hey, what did I expect; I found him online. And what; he attended my church? Even better! So we met on a Saturday for a movie and dinner. He stressed the fact that he was godly: “I really like God.” “God’s my main man.” “God and I are like this.” So on Sunday we went to the park (that was my idea). Monday and Tuesday: phone time. Wednesday: He picked me up and took me to his place where we watched movies with his sister. Thursday: phone time. Friday: to the club. I had never been to the club with a guy before…I really regret it. He reluctantly dropped me off at home (because he figured we should hang out a little at his place). I declined and he left. Saturday: Back to his house. We were playing cards when he suggested we move the game to his room, you know, so we could concentrate. I declined. Then he tried something slick. I insisted that he take me home. On the way, he told me how I was too strict; that I was a prude; that no one waits anymore, and that no one would ever wait for me. Well think again, buster: *BLING*

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Twelve Guys and A Surprise VII: Provocative Bad Guy

I wasn’t even paying him any mind when he took the cigarette out of his mouth and called out something to get my attention. This time I actually turned around. Something about him seemed sincere so I gave him my number. He called me that night; I thought that that was different. It was exciting and fun as he would call me in the mornings to pray, and recite Boyz II Men lyrics to me (funny thing is I didn’t even know until I heard the song later!). He would tell me how much he wanted to change his life and how people didn’t understand him. My heart went out to him. It was definitely fun but I knew it wouldn’t go far. But one thing was for sure; if he had caught me on the right night it definitely would have been on! Thank God he was in another state!

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Twelve Guys and A Surprise VIII:The I-Would-so-Date-Him-if-He-Were a Christian Guy

I was in a foreign land. I felt all alone until I saw those clear blue eyes. I didn’t notice them until he had read my work and said how much he was intrigued by it. We would discuss lots of things, but mostly religion. I found him very engaging and I felt that with time, he would discover the love of Christ and choose to make Him Lord of his life. I came back home and essentially lost touch. I wonder what he’s doing now.

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Twelve Guys and A Surprise IX: The Sugar Daddy Guy

I used to walk to Sunday service. This particular Sunday I wasn’t dressed spectacularly special, since hey, church isn’t a fashion show. On my way home though, some dude honked at me. I looked for a split second and kept walking thinking “What on earth did I do to attract him?” I looked over my shoulder and slightly peered down. Oh yeah, that. While I was waiting at the crosswalk, the guy got out of his car, jogged up to me and asked why I didn’t respond to his call. He said I looked beautiful, that, you know, the Bible says a man that sees a pretty woman finds a good thing. You know, like Adam and Eve in the garden, a man needs a woman. After all of his lines, He pulled out a large wad of cash, and from the center of the wad, he pulled out a business card and handed it (the business card, not the cash) to me like “I’ll give you a good time.” I walked home and would you believe it? I called him! Yeah I did. I met him for dinner that same day! The scenario was just too funny to pass by and my curiosity got the best of me. During dinner he described to me a picture of the fabulous life and said he could make me a part. My imagination wandered as he described all-white parties on yachts and exhilarating concerts featuring fabulous artists; but something just didn't sit right about him. It turned out he was 10 years older than me and somehow that fact made me snap back to reality. Even though I should have gotten it earlier, it was then that I realized that there were ulterior motives lurking in his shadiness. I left, but if nothing else, at least I've got a funny story to tell :)

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Twelve Guys and A Surprise X: The "Affectionate" Guy

I was in the middle of the online dating game back then. I figured nothing was wrong with it since it was a Christian forum. So a guy sent me a message and I responded with excitement. He saw something compelling about my eyes…or was it my feet? During this online love affair he caressed my feminine ego with admiration for my…feet—and adoration for my personage. It bordered on idolatry. He insisted that he must meet me. So he drove a few hours to meet me for dinner. Afterward we took a walk and suddenly he couldn’t keep his hands to himself! I fought him off, albeit teasingly. I got tired after a while and sat down to assess the evening. The moon reflected brightly…the wind blew softly…the trees towered above. He sat down beside me and softly asked what was wrong. He lifted my chin and looked into my sad eyes then leaned in for a kiss. For a moment I came to a thought: "This is so like a click flicks or a romance novel I’ve read…it’s all I’ve ever wanted…but not with this guy". So I turned my face, got up and went home. That was the end of that. My virgin lips were saved.

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Twelve Guys and A Surprise XI: The Super Deep Spiritual Guy

I was gone on a mission of sorts, to discover my interests professionally. There was a cohort of us and I didn’t take any particular interest in anyone until one day I get into a discussion with one of the guys and he whips out scriptures from Habakkuk and Zephaniah! So I thought he must know the Word of God pretty well. From then, while I was supposed to be concentrating on my cause, I spent the majority of the time talking to him. I mean I was extremely in to this guy. I thought I was in love, writing and reciting poetry to him and stuff. Whatever he did seemed super spiritual and deep like when he would show up really late when we were supposed to hang out or when he would apparently draw back from me emotionally. I would be like: ‘He is so in touch with God that he blows with the wind, you know, on his own time.’ or ‘Oh he’s keeping me at arms length ‘cause he knows that "I'm like a precious vessel that, if tampered with, could shatter to pieces…" Then I wanted to appear spiritual too so I let us part with no means of keeping in touch saying “If it’s meant to be then God will join us back together and we’ll ride off into eternity”. Yeah. And then I Googled him and called him up, just to find out that he had a girlfriend and that he had no interest in me at all; nothing other than as a friend. *Shatter*

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Twelve Guys and A Surprise XII: The Friendlationship Guy

A Friendlationship(n) is a combination of the words 'friends' and 'relationship', used to describe a somewhat-platonic relationship that contains all the aspects of an actual romantic relationship, without any physical/sexual benefits. Basically, all the sacrifice but none of the gain. Often occurs when both people involved harbor some desire for the other, but neither is willing to take a chance and potentially ruin their friendship.

-Urban Dictionary

Now this was a complicated one. It’s a very difficult place to be. I confess that I started this one. I thought he was fly so I put myself out there. He told me about this Christian event that he planned every week and I was there each week. We became friends, you know, but the foundation was rather shaky. It was so complicated that I would disconnect myself from him for weeks only to reason my way out of it. Then one day I was determined and went for a long stretch. He couldn’t take it so he got through to me and asked me to be his girl. Funny; it lasted about 22 hours. I just wasn't comfortable 'cause I didn't feel valued. So honestly, don’t do me any favors.

I thought that was the end of it when months later after breaking up with his girlfriend, he called me late at night while I was in bed, suggesting, somewhat seductively, that we should consider “us” again. I had to make a choice...

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In My Mind's Eye: Keys to the Heart

Wifey’s Story

Ah, Valentine’s Day; the most love-filled day of the year. Wifey loves Vals day—except that Hubby does the same thing every year. Every year, he gives her one of those corny red gift baskets with cheap chocolates and bears. She has to give him credit though; last year he brought home a pink basket. :/ Granted they enjoy a fabulous dinner together each year, somehow she wishes that he’d spice it up a little.

Well, in my mind's eye, this is how it really went down:

On the 14th, an anonymous vase of fresh roses are delivered to the office. The administrative assistant brings them to Wifey’s suite as all her office girlfriends look on. She reads the note attached:

Uncharted beauty, unexplored charm

Oh for the chance to have you on my arm

I’d like to cherish you and consider this

I want you, I need you; to have you is bliss

-A Secret Admirer

“Aww, hubby is so sweet! What could have gotten into him to do something so special? She skips through the office all day. She can’t wait to get home and cover him with kisses!” As she enters the car and closes her door, she finds a miniature box of premium chocolates on the passenger seat! She deduces that she must have left the door open somehow. As she drives off she wonders if she could actually have a secret admirer. Could it be someone at work or one of their contractors? She gets home and gets the mail. She enters the house sorting through the mail when she comes across an envelope addressed to her. It’s shaped like a wedding invitation or something. She opens it. It’s a card entitled “Come away with me...”. She opens it further and read instructions to meet the secret admirer at a nearby 5-star hotel. He wants her to be there at 8:00pm.

“Happy Valentine’s Day, honey,” Hubby cheers, breaking her thoughts. She jumps and guiltily responds: “Oh. Thank you, baby”. He hands her a blue gift basket. She looks at him with scrutiny…can it be? Nah…

She heads to their room, her mind racing. This “secret admirer” wants her to meet him! Who on earth could it be? Meet him at a hotel?

“Honey, let’s have our dinner.”

“Coming!”

7:00pm-Wifey gets their routine dinner together, on edge all the while.

7:20pm-She hardly eats dinner, lost in her thoughts.

7:30pm-“Honey, I think I’m going to go out to get a few things from the store.”

Hubby looks at her for a few seconds then says “Okay.”

Wifey goes in her room, starts to pack a bag with her little black dress and pearls when she halts. She can’t believe herself. It’s a really, really great feeling to know that someone adores her, but this is crazy. She can’t encourage these feelings—this is the kind of thing that leads to emotional infidelity or even worse (as she considers what could have happened). Things might be rough at home, but she loves hubby and cannot give in to the urge to accept these offers. She heads out in defeat and tells Hubby that she’s not going anymore and that she’s going to bed instead.

While laying in bed confirming her resolve to herself, Hubby comes in. He lays done behind her and dangles a key in front of her face. “Happy Valentine’s Day!” Wifey jumps up and throws a pillow at him. In passionate disbelief she jumps on him covering him with those kisses. Hubby says “Come on, honey. Let’s go. We’ve got the luxury suite.”

Hubby’s Story

He doesn’t have any ideas. Every time he asks her what she wants, she asks him to surprise her, insisting that if she told him what to do, it wouldn’t be romantic anymore. So he goes to the gift store across the street from his office every year, and does the dinner thing like in the movies. She always seems to like it…well, sort of.

Well, in my mind's eye, this is how it really went down:

Hubby takes the day off. He goes to Wifey’s job and gives a kid a buck to deliver a gorgeous vase of roses to her office with a note he whipped up (it took forever to write). Next, he uses his spare key to open her car door and places a box of premium chocolates on the passenger seat. Two days ago he made reservations at a 5-star hotel for the luxury suite, equipped with a king-sized bed, a Jacuzzi and even a microwave and refrigerator! He mailed a fancy card out to her yesterday. And of course he got the predictable gift basket to heighten the plot. Now it was just left for him to see her reaction at home.

Wifey gets home and sees the card. Surprisingly, she gets really into it and obviously felt guilty when he presented her with the usual gifts. Hubby thought that she would look past the disguise and suspect that he had done all those fabulous things for her. Rather, she appears fidgety and on edge. Could she really think that those things were from someone else? Was there someone else??? She went to the room and stayed longer than usual. While making and sharing dinner she was so deep in her thoughts. And then the unthinkable happened; she says she wants to go out. What?!? It was 7:30pm, just enough time to make it to the hotel by 8:00pm. He couldn’t believe this. She really thought that some mysterious (or not so mysterious) guy was waiting for her at the hotel so that he could give her the time of her life. As she headed to the room, his heart broke. He knew it had been rough but had it come to this?

Then she came out and rather than being dressed, she was in her night clothes ready for bed. Appearing sad, she stated that she decided to stay home. When she closed the door, Hubby rejoiced in his heart. She was truly stronger than he had given her credit. He reprimanded himself for being so unromantic that Wifey couldn’t even phantom him doing anything like this. He gets the hotel key, sneaks into the room and dangles it in front of her face revealing the adventure of the whole day. As they hugged each other tightly he said “I love you so much baby. Thank you for choosing me over a mystery. Now, come away with me…”

In My Mind's Eye: Oops!

Wifey’s Story

Wifey and Hubby get home on a chilly, wet afternoon. As they walk up the stairs and approach the door Wifey slips and falls right on her tushy. She looks up at Hubby who is holding back laughter. She practically gets up by herself when he crotches down slightly to lift her arm. He straightens his face: “Are you okay, honey?” She snatches her arm from him and limp into the house angrily.

Well in my mind’s eye, this is how it really went down?

Wifey and Hubby get home and she slips. With supersonic speed, Hubby appears beside her! She falls into his arms. She look up at him and exclaims “My hero”. As she admires his rippling muscles, he picks her up and she wraps her arms around his neck. He carries her in and across the threshold just like on their honeymoon. :)

Hubby’s Story

Wifey and Hubby get home on a chilly, wet afternoon. They walk up the stairs and he steps forward, gets the door and holds it open for her. Suddenly she slips and falls right on her tushy. He almost laughed as he imagined it in slow motion. It was funny, for goodness sakes! He asked if she was alright and tried to help her up but she gets all angry, snatches her arm away and limps into the house. She shouldn't blame him because she slipped. She could have held on to the railing. She didn’t even notice that he was opening the door for her. He goes in the house, shaking his head.

Well in my mind’s eye, this is how it really went down?

Wifey and Hubby get home on a chilly, wet afternoon. They walk up the stairs and he steps forward, opens the door and holds it open for her. Suddenly she slips and falls right on her tushy. He looks down at her and she looks up with an embarrassed smirk on her face. They both laugh. Hubby says “Honey I can’t help imagining that in slow motion”. He demonstrates. She slaps his leg and he helps her up. Hubby says “Does it hurt honey? Don’t worry, I’ll give it a nice massage”. They go in as she swats his hands off of her backside :)

In My Mind's Eye: A Walk in the Park

Wifey’s Story

Wifey and Hubby take a walk in the park. She thought it would be nice since it was such a beautiful day. The birds chirp in the trees, which are beautifully decorated with pink blossoms. They walk past the lake…so gorgeous and serene. The grass is green, the wind blows softly on her skin--she practically feels at one with nature. “Honey, isn’t it beautiful out here?” “Huh? Yeah honey.” You continue to walk along when he spots a bunch of guys ahead. “Say, do you see those guys playing football over there? Now today’s a nice day for football, yes indeedy. Okay if I go play?” She says “sure”, seconds after he’s jogged off. So much for a romantic walk in the park.

Now in my mind’s eye this is how it really went down:

Wifey is walking down the trail with Hubby when he takes her hand. She thinks ‘This is sweet’ as they swing their arms along. Then suddenly a melody flows through the air and Hubby picks up a tune:

Darling you know that I love you and I know you love me the same.

He jumps onto a park bench:

Every time I am with you, I’m awed at the grace of your name.

He gets behind an oak tree where he peeks out:

Darling you know that I need you and I want you ever the more

He takes her hand on bended knee:

So come away, I want you to stay for with you my lonely heart soars.

Then everyone in the park starts singing his song, performing synchronized dance! It’s like Enchanted or something! Oh, it goes on and on. Then the excitement dies down and suddenly the two of them are alone. Hubby breathes out:

The test of time…girl will you be mine…our love will forever endure.

Then they do one of those kisses where it looks like her neck is going to break off. Hahaha!

Hubby’s Story

Hubby takes Wifey on a walk in the park. It is kind of nice since it’s such a beautiful day. In fact, it’s a great day for sports! When his buddies were around, they played all sorts; but somehow since he and Wifey got married, his buddies didn’t come around like they used to…“Honey, isn’t it beautiful out here?” Hubby’s musings are disturbed. “Huh? Yeah honey.” As they walk along, Hubby spots a bunch of guys ahead. Other guys? In the park? On a nice day? “Say, do you see those guys playing football over there? Now today’s a nice day for football, yes indeedy. Okay if I go play? She says sure. He thinks “I can always count on her” and he jogs off.

Now in my mind’s eye this is how it really went down:

It’s a nice day, and Hubby decides to take a refreshing walk with Wifey. It is a nice day and a great day for sports. She wanted to enjoy the weather in her pretty little dress. Yeah. :/ He and Wifey enjoy the walk when he notices some guys playing football ahead. “Say, do you see those guys playing football over there? Now today’s a nice day for football, yes indeedy. Okay if I go play?” “Football?” she asks; “Yeah sure. Want to be on the same team?” Hubby double-takes. He turns to her and she’s in his favorite football jersey, knotted to the side, in short shorts! She punches him in the arm, “Naw, I’ll be on the other team so you can tackle me as much as you want. She jogs off, leading the way. ;)

In My Mind's Eye: Dinner and Dance

Wifey’s Story

So Hubby and Wifey are at a couple's dance sitting at their table rather bored while all the other couples dance. Hubby really didn't want to come but Wifey pleaded and insisted. Little did she know that he would just sit there, appeased only by the ribs and crab cakes served. Hubby hardly looks at her, still upset that she brought him there. He looks at his wrist watch every 5 minutes, waiting for it to be over. Wifey sighs "Ce la vie" and accepts her plight, preparing to liberate him by agreeing to go home.

Well, in my mind's eye, this is how it really went down:

Wifey is sitting at the table and suddenly a Latin beat streams through the air. The song ignites her soul; her passion can only be satisfied through dance. Then surprisingly, Hubby is standing in front of her and asks for her hand. Slightly reluctant, she places her hand in his. He whisks her away and impresses her with precise Latin moves. He twists and turns her. He lifts and twirls her. He makes her spin and sway and takes her breath away! Her spirit soars for the love of the music and the man. The dance ends on a sensual note. She look up at him like 'It's on tonight!’ :)

Hubby’s Story

So they’re at a couple's dance sitting at their table. Wifey looks rather bored while all the other couples dance. Hubby didn’t really want to come—he told her, but she pleaded and insisted. She knows this was not his thing. His only satisfaction was the meal—might as well eat enough to cover the cost of the tickets. Yeah he’s upset. He looks at those couples dancing all fancy. She knows he doesn’t dance like that.

Now in my mind’s eye this is how it really went down:

Hubby sits tapping his fingers on the table and comes up with an idea. He gets up, heads over to the DJ and whispers inconspicuously. He then makes his way to the middle of the dance floor demanding space and attention. He yells “Hit it!” Shocked and amused, the crowd looks on with bewilderment when the Cupid Shuffle transcends through the air! The hall bounces with base; the beat captures his senses. He thinks, “Now this is more like it”. Wifey jumps up like “C’mon now!” and joins him with excitement. Soon the crowd catches on. It’s a really fun time. The song ends and she jumps on him, strokes his hair, and says “I’m so proud of you, honey. And yeah, it is on tonight!”

In My Mind's Eye: Dish Duty

Wifey’s Story

Wifey hates washing the dishes, but it has to get done. So she faces the drudgery of the act as she squeezes dish liquid on the sponge and scrubs away. Hubby walks in, tosses his plate and cup onto the pile and walks away. Smoke comes out of her ears.

Well, in my mind's eye, this is how it really went down:

Wifey’s washing the dishes. Hubby knows that she hates washing the dishes so he enters the kitchen, hugs her from behind, and asks if he can help. She smiles and says that she would appreciate the help. So he places his plate and cup down on the pile and together they wash and dry, swaying as they sing a silly song they make up about dishes. :)

Hubby’s Story

Wifey hates washing the dishes, but they both know that it has to get done. Hubby would do it himself if he wasn’t stuck in an online office meeting. He hurries into the kitchen, tosses his plate and cup onto the pile and dashes out to get back to the meeting. But before he could leave the kitchen, he hears her bang on the sink. Couldn’t she understand that he’s in an important meeting?

Now in my mind’s eye this is how it really went down:

Wifey comes into the office and says “Hubby, I’ve got to wash the dishes—makes me want to pull my hair out!” Hubby says “Yeah, that’s how I feel about cleaning the bathroom.” They shrug with an understanding smirk. Wifey looks closer “What are you doing?” “I’m in an online meeting with my boss and some of my supervisors. We’ve got to put this project together tonight.” “Okay honey. Let me give you peace and take care of those dishes.” She spots the dishes on his table. “Let me take those for you.”

In My Mind's Eye: Petty Desires

Wifey’s Story

So Wifey really wants some shoes she noticed from Saks 5th Avenue. She approaches Hubby, wraps her arms around his neck and with puppy dog eyes, indirectly implies that she needs some cash for something important. He gives her a speech about how they need to save and invest and how their petty desires need to wait for their future good. She sighs and walks away, disappointed that her attempt was fruitless. :/

Well, in my mind's eye, this is how it really went down:

It’s Wifey’s day off and Hubby is ready to leave for work; but before he goes, he hands her a wad of $20s totaling $500 bucks! He says "Get something nice for herself". She asks "What about our savings?". He says "I'll take care of that". He drags his finger down her nose, past her lips and to her chin lifting it, then says "It's time to take care of you" with a tender kiss. He holds her hand and departs, leaving her grip reluctantly. She thinks 'Maybe those $500 shoes from Saks can wait. I think I'll invest in some Saks shares!' :)

Hubby’s Story

So Wifey really wants some shoes she noticed from Saks 5th Avenue. Hubby knows ‘cause she’s got 10 pictures of them on her cell phone! Hubby also knows how much they cost: $459.99! Why would you spend $460 on shoes???? He just didn’t understand. Wifey approaches Hubby, wrap her arms around his neck with puppy dog eyes and implies that she needs some cash for something important. Why couldn’t she just tell him the whole truth? So he gives her a speech about how they need to save and invest and how their petty desires need to wait for their future good. She goes away whining about the fact that she never gets anything nice. What about that new necklace? What about the matching bracelet and earrings, and her new stylish winter jacket?

Now in my mind’s eye this is how it really went down:

After Hubby’s speech about needing to save and invest, Wifey says “Okay, you’re right. I just wanted those shoes from Saks really. I know they can wait.” He feels really proud of her. On his train ride to work, he reads the paper and finds out that his stocks had greatly increased in value! He can’t wait to tell Wifey the good news. He stops by Saks to get the shoes to surprise her. He gets home, shares the great news, and presents her with the gift while she covers him with kisses! He feels so good to have made her happy and to show that he was right!

In My Mind's Eye: The Rat Race

Wifey’s Story

So Wifey gets home from work. It was one of those late days. Tired as a rat (you know, the rat race) and all she wants to do is to lie down. As soon as she walks in, Hubby says "Hi honey; what's for dinner?" She sulks to the kitchen dragging her feet, muttering her complaints.

Well, in my mind's eye, this is how it really went down:

Wifey opens the door and is welcomed by a delightful aroma! Her apron-clad Hubby peeks out from the kitchen. "Honey, I got home early from work. I wanted to get this done before you got home. Just relax in the living room, put your feet up and I'll be right there." Soon, he enters the living room with a tray of her favorite meal. She kisses him tenderly as she says "Thank you, honey." He looks at her sincerely and says "No, Thank you". :)

Hubby’s Story

Hubby comes home after a long day of work. He’s tired and hungry. He’s discouraged; I mean he’s been working his job for 5 years now and what’s he have to show for it? Paycheck after paycheck, bill after bill; he can hardly keep the family afloat. If only he could get that business idea off the ground. Sigh…but the Wifey doesn’t think it could work. Wifey walks in. He wishes she didn’t have to work so hard. He says “Hi honey. What’s for dinner?” She sulks to the kitchen complaining as if it were such a terrible task to make dinner. He wonders if it’s because of him that she’s become so unhappy. She comes out of the kitchen and says “Honey, there’s nothing to eat. I’m tired too. I’m off to bed.” Hubby wipes his face and sighs. He goes to the kitchen, has himself some noodles and heads to the room where Wifey lies, facing the wall. He sighs and does his best to fall asleep.

Now in my mind’s eye this is how it really went down:

Hubby gets back from work practically drained. He decides to take a brief nap before Wifey gets home. He wakes up to a blurry vision. It appears to be Wifey standing there smiling brightly. He focuses in…her smile reminds him of when they first met. “Hello dear; dinner is ready”. At the dining room table, she uncovers a plate of his favorite meal. He asks “Join me?” She says “My pleasure” and they enjoy dinner together. Hubby announces “Honey, I have a brilliant business idea!” She leans in to hear him carefully. After listening to his idea, she answers with awe and amazement: “Wow, what a great idea! Who would think of that? You’re so clever, I know it will work!” They brainstorm together, pray over it, and feel a sense of accomplishment. Then they relax to watch CNN while she massages his feet, after which they head to bed together.

In My Mind's Eye: The Remote

Wifey’s Story

So Hubby asks Wifey to pass the remote while staring intently at the TV screen. She gets up, hands him the remote without a word and return to her seat, fuming.

Well, in my mind's eye, this is how it really went down:

Wifey hands Hubby the remote...then he grabs her wrist and pulls her into his arms! They laugh out loud as he tickles her. As they calm down, he looks into her eyes and expresses his undying love and appreciation, closing with a kiss. Then he sends her off with a pat on the backside :)

Hubby’s Story

So Hubby asks Wifey to pass the remote while staring intently at the TV screen. It’s 7:58pm and while trying to catch the last moments of their show, there’s a very critical game starting at 8:00 that he can’t miss. Wifey gets up with an attitude, practically throws the remote at him, and goes back to her seat without even saying sorry!

Now in my mind’s eye this is how it really went down:

Hubby asks Wifey to pass the remote while staring intently at the TV screen. She says “No. Let me change the channels for you.” “Naw, that won’t work, pass it here.” She says “I’ve got all the channels memorized and I’ve got a mean trigger finger. Try me.” “Alright…CNN. TBS. BET. TBN.—she changes the channels correctly at lightning speed. “Alright…ESPN!” she changes it to Lifetime. “Ah ha!” he exclaims. She snickers “Just messing with you” as she puts it on ESPN. :)

First Kiss

I dedicate this to all the lovers out there, especially those out there who are waiting.
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FIRST KISS

When will you be mine?
Feel your tender lips against mine?
Smile so much to a blush that my skin hides
Feel your throbbing heart close to mine
So divine.
God’s Spirit moves me
And I can almost weep
The feelings I have for you are so deep
And they’re reciprocated!!! Oh what a relief!
Drink from the river of love flowing from God above
Waiting for His sanction for us to proceed

I’ve waited for years to experience our first kiss
Mesmerized in the thick mist of love floating about me
We stand face to face, hand in hand even
Studying one another
Our glances keep-our eyes lock
You draw me closer
And closer to you I come my eyes still on yours
You embrace me at the waist
I don’t know what to do with my hands
I’m excited and afraid at once
You seem assured and calm
You bring your face close to mine
I watch your every move
Taking in every moment of this sweet time
As our lips meet my eyes close
Relishing the intense bliss that I’ve always hoped for
Your lips move gently across mine
I’ve had no practice, yet I move mine
Your hands touch my cheek and neck gently caressing them
I place my hands on your chest, firm and relaxed
I’m thrilled to feel your throbbing heart
I return your kiss the best I can
You lift your gaze
And we burst into laughter to the gleeful applause
Our kiss went uninterrupted to the flashing lights
With the crowd’s gesture my thoughts pause
So this is what the minister meant by “You may now kiss your bride”
You say “Girl, I know you and I will live happily ever after”
And maybe you’ll say something to the effect
That you knew I was the one since the time we first met
You lift me up and twirl me around
Twisting your legs in my long white gown
Finally together as we desire to be
We waited and preserved it all for Holy Matrimony

-tia July 7, 2004