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Love and not-quite-marriage

10.10.2008

Six years ago today–or to be more exact, six years ago early tomorrow morning–I walked Nate out of my bedroom, through the living room, and towards the front door. As I kissed him goodbye, I warned, “Just so you know – this isn’t going anywhere.

We’re just fooling around. I want to be really clear, okay? There’s no way this can possibly work.”

“Okay,” he said.

“Okay,” I said.

I kissed him again, and he walked towards the elevator.

Once every so often, eh…I’m wrong. What can I say. But these words in particular are ones I’m happy to have eaten.

Happy anniversary Nate. I love you so much. Even though it’s totally grossing you out right now that I’m saying it on my blog.

42 shards of brilliance… read them below or add one

Gratefulmom October 10, 2008 at 4:37 pm

Cute post, Happy Anniversary. It’s good to be wrong sometimes. :)

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mek October 10, 2008 at 4:38 pm

A sweet anniversary story. I can relate – my summer fling and I have been together 13 years now.

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gimmethejuice October 10, 2008 at 4:42 pm

Congrats -Nice when you are wrong about something so right!

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cintia October 10, 2008 at 4:49 pm

Feliz aniversário.That’s “happy anniversary” in portuguese. I’m brazilian and really love your blog. kissesCintia

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Georgia Hardstark October 10, 2008 at 5:07 pm

I love love love that you guys met at UCB. So effing sweet.

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Lee Anne October 10, 2008 at 6:17 pm

Happy anniversary!

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Hannah October 10, 2008 at 6:31 pm

When a certain handsome coworker started paying me a bit of attention, I came home and told my friend, “No matter what I ever say–NEVER let me date that guy. NEVER!”Over five years and two kids later, those are words I’m glad to have eaten too. :)

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Zip n Tizzy October 10, 2008 at 7:19 pm

Happy Anniversary, even if your dad’s not quite sure what for ;)

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Michelle October 10, 2008 at 7:34 pm

So sweet! My husband and I had a similar start. I was 6 months pregnant on our first date and he swore we would not go on a second one. heh heh! 10 yrs later and 3 more kiddos we are going strong!

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Issas Crazy World October 10, 2008 at 7:41 pm

That is the funniest thing Liz. So how often does he make fun of you for it?Happy anniversary!

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sweatpantsmom October 10, 2008 at 8:30 pm

Happy Anniversary, Liz!So what is six years? Bronze? Silk? Vodka?

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anna October 10, 2008 at 9:10 pm

Aww, that’s so sweet. Happy Anniversary!

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Tara Cain October 10, 2008 at 9:47 pm

Aww, what a sweet anniversary present – grossing your man out on a worldwide blog. you so know how to treat a man good!

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Desiree Fawn October 10, 2008 at 11:46 pm

^_^ Haha, the BEST kind of wrong. Grats!<3

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Ree October 11, 2008 at 12:32 am

Of course it is grossing him out. Happy, happy darlin. (and spouse)(and somehow, it’s sooooo wrong that my word verification is mdong)

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mothergoosemouse October 11, 2008 at 12:33 am

I’m just grinning. You guys have such a good story.

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Fairly Odd Mother October 11, 2008 at 12:55 am

Awwww, too sweet. You guys are awesome and we look forward to many more anniversaries!Now, remember to lock the bedroom door tonight, ok?

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beyond October 11, 2008 at 3:05 am

hmmm. your story sounds familiar to me. aren’t happy endings just the greatest? (i know, it isn’t fun and games every second of every day, but still, right?)happy anniversary!

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Astrogirl426 October 11, 2008 at 3:19 am

Our anniversary is today – ten yrs. Oh, and he was my rebound guy. Good thing our words taste oh so good ;) .

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SUEB0B October 11, 2008 at 3:58 am

I’m glad you have someone wonderful to share your life with! You deserve it.

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Lady M October 11, 2008 at 4:58 am

Happy Anniversary!Like one of the earlier commenters, SwingDaddy was a summer fling too, one that stuck. :)

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Ericka October 11, 2008 at 6:54 am

see? even when you’re wrong, you’re right! how sweet is that??happy anniversary!

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Elizabeth October 11, 2008 at 12:28 pm

Awww..happy anniversary, guys! This resonates with me…as I just had almost this EXACT conversation with a guy I’m seeing. Are you gonna be able to pull this comment out of archives for me 6 years from today?? :)

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Astrogirl426 October 11, 2008 at 4:35 pm

I hope your anniversary celebration is a bit more romantic than ours: Applebees, then Target, then home to put the boy to bed and pass out on the couch. But hey, we’re not newlyweds! :) And in honor of your anniversary, I’ve tagged you! It’s my first tag (I’m so nervous! I hope I did it right!). Just have to come up with 6 random things about yourself (I’m encouraging my tagees to make stuff up about themselves, if it’s more fun that way :) ) More info is here: http://astrogirl426.blogspot.com/2008/10/my-very-first-tag.htmlHave fun!!

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ImpostorMom October 11, 2008 at 5:38 pm

I got that same speech almost 10 years ago from my husband. When asked why he loves me he often answers, because you’re persistent. How romantic. :P

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The Mrs. October 11, 2008 at 5:59 pm

Happy Anniversary!

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veep veep October 11, 2008 at 10:10 pm

Awww … just tell Nate that getting grossed out on your blog is the anniversary gift for six years.:) Congrats!

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Erin October 11, 2008 at 10:48 pm

Awww. Congrats.

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Suzy October 12, 2008 at 1:39 am

H.A.N.A.L.Maybe he wont figure it out this way.

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Mandy October 12, 2008 at 3:32 am

Um, well, at least you didn’t propose via Twitter like some couple last night. Congratulations!

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Josette at Halushki October 12, 2008 at 4:59 am

Happy Anniversary, you swingers!To the adorable couple!

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Anissa Mayhew October 12, 2008 at 6:10 pm

It’s good to be wrong on some things. Very good. Happy anniversary!

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Kim Mance October 12, 2008 at 6:48 pm

We’re about to have the very same type of anniversary.Congrats on being wrong :) .

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Jane October 13, 2008 at 12:55 am

Congratulations! OK, the 11th must be magical! My parents celebrated their 50th anniversary on the 11th. Also, beacause my family is filled with freaks, my sister and her husband – 22 years on the 11th, my brother and his wife – 5 years on the 11th. I guess I’m just glad someone else has that day for an anniversary. Did I mention that my other two brothers both have sons name Anthony AND both have daughters named Katie? Freaks.

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the mama bird diaries October 13, 2008 at 2:22 am

cute story. happy happy.

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liz October 13, 2008 at 2:27 pm

very cute post :) happy aniiversary! the hubby and i have a similar story. he came to manila from the states for a vacation and never went home. 4 yrs later we have a 2.8yr old todder and 2 dogs. it’s good to be wrong at times! i love your blog!!!!

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Rita Arens October 13, 2008 at 5:42 pm

Yay for Liz and Nate!

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J at www.jellyjules.com October 14, 2008 at 3:31 am

wtf? There was a big Nielson survey right over your blog post. Did you know a about that?

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PunditMom October 14, 2008 at 7:39 pm

:) Great story!

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Mary October 22, 2008 at 1:31 am

Brilliant. And very sweet.

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Elisa @ Globetrotting in Heels October 24, 2008 at 7:25 pm

Happy Anniversary! We all have being wrong… except when it turns out so well :-)

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TerreNation November 9, 2008 at 11:23 am

Awwwww… hilarious. Congrats to you both. Wear it loud & proud! x

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