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I was taught by love that marriage is what bonds two people who are deeply in love. Where they vow to not leave each other, for richer and poorer, for in sickness and health. To have someone by your side, with who you can share your thoughts, feelings, firsts, stories, and experiences.
I had this love with someone, which started before I learned what love is. I didn't even realize that I was in love, but then with her, everything was perfectly falling into place. She's the right person, at the right place, at right time. She was my everything and still is.
"Fix your grumpy face, my cats are scared of you." I frowned at her statement. It was the first time she brought me to her house. She was all alone, I told myself that I'll never let her be again. "You love this face" I gestured my hand and I received a genuine laugh from her. I could hear her all day.
"My girlfriend is confident." She cockily said as I nudge her side with my elbow. Lisa pulled me and kissed me on my temple. "I'm just honest," she retorted, "But I'am too" she smiled.
I guess it was a beautiful start, we were inseparable. Her parents left her still when she was young, they went to heaven, she said. The one who was taking care of her was her uncle, but he's now living in a different state. All she has is her cats, and now me. After a year of dating, we decided to live together.
My parents were doubtful, yet there's nothing to worry about, it's not that I will get pregnant, that would be ridiculous. But that thought of me and Lisa having a family sends butterflies to my stomach. I insisted to pay half of the bills, and Lisa was hesitant but I didn't let her win. I live here too, and it's my responsibility.
"Congratulations baby!"
"Congratulations love!" We embrace each other, we graduated together. It was an achievement for us. Our relationship was praised by our friends, we remained strong for years. There are times when we ask for space for each other and that made our relationship healthier. We never experienced a breakup. And that went on for 4 years.
It was our 5th anniversary when I woke up with her looking at me intently. I shifted in my position, snuggling on her chest. She was just watching me with love and adoration, I felt safe under her gaze and around her arms. She was indeed my shelter and solace, my love, my serendipity.
"Penny for your thoughts?" I trace my finger along her collar. I giggled when she did, she was sensitive to my touch, and she admitted it before. She hugged me tightly till her cheeks were pressed on my forehead. "I love you, every day and always, marry me" I was speechless when I saw a ring.
"Yes, every day and always."
Our wedding was simple, it was celebrated in the forest. We both love the fresh air and naked nature. We invited our close friends, relatives and of course my parents, her uncle was present too. "God, I could stare at you for hours" she murmured and bit the lobe of my ear, everyone was dancing and enjoying themselves.
