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Last week Joe and I went to a charity dinner for the Nevada Museum of Art. I wore the dress you see in the photo above – I got SO many compliments and I was SO comfortable… a double win when you are in this early awkward stage of pregnancy. What’s more, it is such a steal and definitely a piece you need in your closet!
But now to the important stuff…
Joe and I ended up having the most lovely night, but as soon as we finished our dessert, we said goodnight to our table and made our way to the door. I had to be up early for work the next day, and I didn’t want to keep our babysitter waiting.
On the way out, Joe had to use the restroom, so I stood outside the door waiting for him. An older man walked up, also to use the restroom, and asked if I was waiting. “No, I’m not… but my husband is in there,” I replied with a smile. We started chatting about the night, about the project the dinner was for, and before I knew it, Joe was out of the restroom and we were on our way.
As we pulled away from the dinner, Joe held my hand on the center console, and said, “Can I tell you something dumb?”
I gave him a look like – what the heck are you talking about? That is not a usual “Joe”comment. “Sure?” I said…
“When I was in the bathroom back there – and you said that – that I was your husband… I got the stupidest grin on my face, I love hearing you say that, and I am so proud that I get to be your husband.”
I was floored. My husband is many things – but sappy is not one of them. While other couples post novels about their love for their spouses on social media – the most I have ever gotten from Joe is: “Happy Birthday to my Baby Momma!” I kid you not… Expressing feelings is just not something Joe does a whole lot of. “I am so proud that I get to be your husband.” Those kind words made my heart swell, and they reminded me how much power our words have… for the good.
In direct contrast to that last story – our words also have immense power to hurt and to divide as well. Last week, Ashley and I were both horribly body shamed on Instagram. It was so hurtful, as people who don’t know us felt justified in commenting about our weights – cowards, sitting behind computers, cyber bullying us. I said to Ashley, “I can’t imagine the psyche of someone who sits on Instagram talking shit about people they don’t know.” And it’s true. I can’t. even. imagine.
Just last night I was reminded of this again, as a close friend told me about a horrible conversation she had with someone we both know – it made my skin crawl.
I’m writing this to remind everyone that your words have power, and only you have power over the words that come out of your mouth (or in this day and age, the words that are typed from your fingers.) Your words can hurt… your words can demean… your words can make people cry. Is that the kind of person you want to be? Is that how you want your words to speak? Or… your words can be kind. Your words can be supportive. Your words, like my husband’s, can show love.
We all have words… and the way in which we choose to use them speaks volumes about the people we are.
I hope you choose wisely.
Oh, how pathetic some people are! Don’t even let it bother you.. You’re too good for that 😉
Thank you, LOVE!! XOOX
What a bittersweet post. My eyes teared up as you spoke about your husbad and his sweet words, but my eyes also teared up hearing about people body shaming my friend Ashley and of course you as well. Ashley is a person who brings me joy to know and I have so much respect for both of you and the positive message you are sharing with so many girls that feel the pressure of today’s society, myself included. I try to give these people the benefit of the doubt and tell myself there has to be a reason behind this nasty behavior but all we really can do is hold our heads high and support each other cause we are warrior women and we will support each other in any way we need to.
Much Respect,
Lora
Thank you so much Lora, that is what we aim to do… to uplift and to hopefully bring light to situations we feel strongly about. We are so thankful that you appreciate it! We love you for reading! XooX
Thank you so much, Lora! You are such a special person in my life – and you exude kindness from your core. Thank you for all of the support, all of the time! Love you tons! XO
Perfect dress for spring! Love it <3
xx
Adelynn P
http://treasurethatyouthlove.com
Thank you so much Adelynn! We love it so much and are happy you do too!
Test yourself: Are you preachy? Arrogant?
Hopefully you can see that the point of this post was not to be preachy or arrogant, but to bring light to a very important issue that many women deal with and can relate to. The point was to spread love and kindness – perhaps you should test yourself as well.