“Damn, I hate winter,” I said, sighing.
“Really? You’re already starting with the damn-I-hate-winter stuff? It’s only the beginning of December!” my husband replied, looking exasperated.
“I know, I know. But it’s just so…ugly. And cold. And long. Why does winter have to last three times longer than any other season?”
“Well, technically, it doesn’t. In fact, it hasn’t even started yet. It’s still fall.”
“I don’t care what the calendar says. It’s cold. It’s grey. There are no leaves on the trees and there’s snow on the ground. It’s winter.“
“Fine. It’s winter. But since we live in Indiana, you’re just going to have to get used to it. Suck it up, babycakes.”
“I wish we could move farther south.”
“We already did. Remember how much worse the weather in Michigan was?”
“Yeah, yeah. I know. But I’m talking really far south. Somewhere palm trees grow. Did I tell you about the job posting I saw the other day? It was for a shop in Tampa.”
“Please tell me you didn’t apply.”
“Why? Wouldn’t you like to live near the ocean?”
“Amber, we’ve already discussed this. We have a nice life here. We have friends, a nice house, good jobs… I don’t want to start over again.”
“Fine. You’re right. But…”
“But what?”
“Promise me I’ll have a palm tree in my front yard someday.”
“That I can promise.”
A few hours later…
“Amber put your shoes on.”
“What? Why?”
“I have something I want you to see outside. Come on.”
“Alright, alright, I’m coming. But this better be worth it. It’s cold out there.”
“It will be, I promise. But first, close your eyes.”
“What? Are you crazy? I’ll fall on my face.”
“No you won’t. I’ve got you. Close ‘em.”
“Okay, fine. Lead the way.”
“Thank you. Watch out for the step…this way.”
“How far are you taking me?”
“Just out into the street. Okay, let me turn you around…now open your eyes!”
And ever since, I've had palm trees in my front yard, all winter long.
This post was inspired by this week’s writing prompt over at The Red Dress Club. Check it out!
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No way! woot woot Hubs. He scored big.
It was one of his finer moments, I will admit.
Okay, that is so ridiculously thoughtful! Keep him!
Great job with the prompt.
I’m so happy that you linked up with us.
Nichole recently posted..Know What
I think I will keep him! And I think I’ll link up more often.This was fun.
Cute post-and a perfect way to have palm trees in your front yard! I want a palm tree too someday:)
Valerie recently posted..On the Lam
Oh I’m going to have a real one. Someday. But probably not until I’m old and gray. Sigh.
After this post even I love your husband.
Rebecca recently posted..Muh Pediatrician Is Taking Forever
He says thank you.
Now THAT is a good hubby.
(Florida) Girl with a New Life recently posted..A Writing Challenge- Kiss and Tell
Yes. I have to agree. How does a Florida girl deal with winter? I can’t imagine leaving all that warmth.
That’s true love right there. People must tell you how lucky you are all of the time because you’ve got this great guy. I hear it all the time and it’s great and all but I want to tell you….I’m sure he’s the lucky one! Cute story!
Ashley recently posted..READ ME
Sounds like we’re both lucky to have found good ones. I’m sure your hub is the lucky one too!
Aww..how sweet is that? What a thoughtful husband you have!
Is this where I tell you we, uh, have REAL palm trees in our front yard?
Oh man. I am very very jealous of you right now. I hate winter. Hate it hate it hate it.
Ohhh what a SWEET story!!
Now if only we could take that light up palm tree and place it next to a real one…
That is so sweet! He’s a keeper.
Jessica Anne recently posted..Dinner In
I think so.
adorable!!!
Leighann recently posted..I live with this man
What a great story! I’ve seen those light up palm trees around here, and always thought they were silly, but yours make PERFECT sense! Love it!
Janet recently posted..What Some of Us Have Been Up To
Definitely silly, but also important to my sanity. Thank you!
What a great husband! And I love this take on TRDC’s prompt. Well done!
Missy @ Wonder, Friend recently posted..Today- I Review a Sitcom
Thank you! There’s so many great responses to that prompt, it’s really unbelievable!
i loved this!!!!!!
Thank you! I think we annoy our neighbors with our lights up long past Christmas, but oh well. Makes me happy.
This actually made me get emotional. Probably meant to be funny, but what a sweet gesture. And I have way too many hormones right now trying not to hate Iowa so much. It’s been so freaking cold here. And I’ve had very similar convos lately.
We have them every winter. I hate winter. Hate it, hate it, hate it. But remember, spring comes every year. We just have to hang in there…
Best surprise ever!!!! Can I borrow him? Wedding anniversary on Tuesday… I’ll probably get a card.
I can have him send your husband an “educational” email… We’ve had plenty of holidays like that, though.
Your husband DOES rock!
I like to think so.