Wednesday, April 21, 2010

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MY LOVE

I remember, it was the first Sunday in April 2002. I was sitting in sacrament and it was testimony meeting. My mind started to drift as the sound of people sharing their life stories slowly became faint mumbles. Then in the corner of my eye, I saw a tall, dark, handsome young man approach the pulpit and all my senses were awakened. It was Elder Young Yen. I remember thinking, He's back already? Wow that was a quick two years. I totally forgot about him. As he bore his testimony, I can hear the girls swoon. Elder Young Yen was indeed the greatest eye candy. It is true that Uela has a pleasing and dignified appearance, but I suddenly became very nervous. My hands began to sweat and this overwhelming fear came over me.

I knew Uela before his mission. His family had just moved here from Southern California. We really didn't have a relationship before. It was a hi-bye, if that at all. I know how cliche this sounds but the moment he stood in front of the congregation, (contrary to my mind) my heart knew he would be my partner in life. How could this be? I hardly even know him. I was currently in a long term relationship. This can't be right! During the rest of the Sunday meetings, I avoided him at all costs. I rushed home and even made a phone call to a friend and told her how nervous and scared I was because I think I just saw my future husband.

The whole thing seemed sooo silly. I was a bit annoyed because I didn't understand what was going on, but as much as I didn't want to acknowledge it, the feeling was undeniable. To make a long story short, I continued in denial for a bit but Uela was very persistent, which is one of a million things I love about him. After a couple of years of going back and forth and questioning what was soon to be destined--thanks to his persistence--I soon learned that there is far more to Uela than meets the eye.

Today is Uela's 30th birthday.


Uela, you are a man who looks positively at life regardless of the struggles and obstacles you endure. You have a terrific sense of humor and wit about you. You are always so calm and patient.

I love that you never complain when I pull you in a million directions, always sooo dependent on you.

It is true that I am slightly put off by your rawness like when you innocently say things to people without thinking if it will offend them but it is also your rawness that attracts me to you.

Thank you for being you and accepting me for who I am. Thank you for putting up with my crazy obsessions like how I NEED the bed made even right before we get in it.

Thank you for your unfailing support and love and for allowing me to be me. Thank you for the freedom you give me. You give me strength and happiness and my fears seem so insignificant when I am near you.

Thank you for being the amazing husband and father that Devyn adores. And for being the only one she wakes up in the middle of the night, everytime she wets the bed.

Thank you for your incredibly forgiving heart and always being the first and sometimes the only one to say, "I'm sorry!"

I know I drive you absolutely, positively nuts but there is nothing sweeter than knowing you love me. And I love you. There aren’t enough ILoveYou’s in a day, enough Yes,OfCourseYouCanHaveTheRemote’s in a day, enough WhatCanIDoForYou’s in a day to express my undying love for you. Thank you for sharing your life with me. You have been the most pleasant surprise. You’re my best friend, confidant, and soul mate. I don’t know where I’d be without you, nor would I ever dream of a life without you in it. Every year God gives you more time in your life, I know the world is better because of it. You’re nothing short of amazing, spectacular, fabulous, breathtaking, astounding, and— an undeniable great kisser! ;) I love you more than life.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MY LOVE!

12 comments:

  1. Aww... Happy Birthday Uela! Hope Leti hooks it up for you... LOL! I so remember when he came home and especially when he left... My favorite part of his testimony when he left was... "Let me break it down for you..." Hahahaha... Anyways, again Happy Birthday!

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  2. great to see updates again leti. sounds like you got yourself a good man. only the best for you!

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  3. OMG, your love letter made me teary eye.. :( but in a good way. I love hearing a woman praise her man..especially when he's a good person! :) So glad you 2 found each other. Isn't love wonderful??? Sigh.....

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  5. Happy Birthday to your LOVE. Love your Love story. Too cute. Glad your back!

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  6. Well said Happy Birthday!!! u two are so cute love it!!!

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  7. Awww, what a good wifey you are. But Happy Birthday to your hunny. I met him when he was very young and now he's all grown-up. I hope you have him around for many more years to come :)

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  8. Happy Birthday Uela.... (late but whatever!!haha) WELCOME BACK LETI!! I LOVE keepin up w/your blogs since we never see each other at work anymore =( boooo <3 YOU!!!

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  9. aaww cousin that was soo sweet!!! Happy Birthday to your hubby!! Hope you guys are doing great!! Its gettin to that time to make a appointment for what we planned last year!! lol love ya cousin.

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  10. Thank you everyone! Uela hates public, mushy things but oh well. He had a big smile on his face. LOL! This is the first time I've opened up about our "beginning." LOL@Rissa. I'm glad to be back on the family blog.

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  11. great to see updates again leti. sounds like you got yourself a good man. only the best for you!

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  12. Aww... Happy Birthday Uela! Hope Leti hooks it up for you... LOL! I so remember when he came home and especially when he left... My favorite part of his testimony when he left was... "Let me break it down for you..." Hahahaha... Anyways, again Happy Birthday!

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