On Saturday night, I decided to take myself on a date. Yep, that’s right – why not treat myself to a night out? I showered, shaved my legs, put on sexy underwear, dramatic make-up, dangly earrings, and curled my hair. I went to the Silver Star for a few martinis and small dinner. Then, I went to the movie “Water for Elephants.” After the movie, I came home. A successful evening, all in all.
Successful enough considering I spent the whole night pretending my husband was with me. Call me crazy, yes, please do, that I got all dressed up for a man who couldn’t even see me that night. If he’d have been here, I knew he would have told me that I looked beautiful. He would have enjoyed the Silver Star, and he would have enjoyed the movie as it was all about true love succeeding.
David and I have never been to that restaurant, heck, we’ve never even been to a movie theater together. It’s just another thing that we both look forward to sharing with each other. Besides, David was with me in spirit and heart, as he never leaves my side.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Sunday, May 8, 2011
It's Mother's Day
As my life changes, holidays take on new meanings each year. This year, I find myself with new thoughts of the meaning of mother's day. I get to celebrate the wonderful mothers in my life, my mom and my grandmother Frances, just as I have since I was born. I've have had over 30 wonderful mother's day celebrations. My husband, has to celebrate mother's day in spirit, as he lost his mother in 2008 (and his dad in 2005) and his grandmothers long before I met him in 2004. She hasn't seen our wedding pictures, heard the story of the engagement, celebrated with us, and been able to tell me all the things I should know about marrying her son. However, my mother got to partake in everything. And, David calls my mom his mom, which I think is very sweet. I'm glad he feels comfortable with both my parents so they can watch over both of us here on earth. However, I'm sure I speak for both of us when I say I wish his mother was still with us to celebrate Mother's Day.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Markings of Time
Tonight, I am sitting in a hotel room in Salt Lake City, Utah while my husband (guess I was too busy getting married to update my blog recently, huh?!?) is playing in Miami, Florida. I am in SLC for my annual NASAFACS meeting. Last May, the meeting was held in Raleigh, NC. When I went to Raleigh, it was just a few weeks before my first trip to Haiti after the earthquake. It was before I saw David for the first time in three years. Wow, how life has changed in the past year. And, all for the better! I can honestly say although the road was bumpy at times, God brought David and I to the right place at the same time, and we are happily married. I cannot imagine my life without him. I think about how unsure I was about life and my purpose last May, and now, I feel so many questions have been answered in such a short period of time. Yes, I realize there are many more things in store for us as we grow old together. But, for the time being, we will just enjoy being newlyweds (albeit long distance) and let life happens as it may . . . together.
Saturday, October 30, 2010
It's Official
By the end of the year, I will officially be Mrs. Vincent. Funny enough, David's friends have been referring to me as Madame David for almost 6 years. Guess it's time we make it official, eh?
On October 4, David officially proposed while in Montana. And, of course, I accepted! We have had a long road since the first time we met on Thanksgiving in 2004, and someday, I'm sure I will write about it. Until then, let's just say that while our road was not the smoothest one, God knew what he was doing as it all worked out for the best in the end. We couldn't be happier!
David got me a beautiful sapphire/diamond ring for the engagement. He loves blue, like me, so the ring is perfect. Then before he left, he explained to me how that in Haiti, if a girl accepts the ring, she gives one back to the man to show she said yes. So, off we went and found him a ring too so that all his friends would see I said yes when he got back to the east coast and then to Haiti. I love learning new Haitian traditions! Can't wait to design a wedding ceremony to combine both our cultures :)
On October 4, David officially proposed while in Montana. And, of course, I accepted! We have had a long road since the first time we met on Thanksgiving in 2004, and someday, I'm sure I will write about it. Until then, let's just say that while our road was not the smoothest one, God knew what he was doing as it all worked out for the best in the end. We couldn't be happier!
David got me a beautiful sapphire/diamond ring for the engagement. He loves blue, like me, so the ring is perfect. Then before he left, he explained to me how that in Haiti, if a girl accepts the ring, she gives one back to the man to show she said yes. So, off we went and found him a ring too so that all his friends would see I said yes when he got back to the east coast and then to Haiti. I love learning new Haitian traditions! Can't wait to design a wedding ceremony to combine both our cultures :)
Thursday, October 7, 2010
In a Flash
And just like that, he was gone. But not without leaving a large mark on Montana :)
As Leah put Freja to bed Sunday night, she said, "mommy, i wuv dyay-ved." David got straight to Freja's heart after just a few minutes once she warmed up to him. He called her "princess" the whole time, and she ate it up.
Don't worry, Mr. Kieran loved him too. He invited David & I to his Wednesday 'Daily' date with momma. We drank coffee, ate yummy pastries, and talked about why some countries don't take care of their roads and railroad tracks. They are best buds now too.
Within minutes of arriving in my home, he walked straight into the hearts of two of the most important people in my life. So, the question I will hear for awhile now is, "When is Uncle David coming back to see us?"
As Leah put Freja to bed Sunday night, she said, "mommy, i wuv dyay-ved." David got straight to Freja's heart after just a few minutes once she warmed up to him. He called her "princess" the whole time, and she ate it up.
Don't worry, Mr. Kieran loved him too. He invited David & I to his Wednesday 'Daily' date with momma. We drank coffee, ate yummy pastries, and talked about why some countries don't take care of their roads and railroad tracks. They are best buds now too.
Within minutes of arriving in my home, he walked straight into the hearts of two of the most important people in my life. So, the question I will hear for awhile now is, "When is Uncle David coming back to see us?"
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Continued Success
It's amazing how quickly things can happen once you get on the right path. Today, David made another first happen for us - his first trip to Montana! The trip was completely spontaneous just like my trip to Miami last weekend. The ticket got booked around 4:00 pm Saturday, and he was at the airport Sunday morning in New York by 6am! Needless to say, David didn't sleep after the New York gig - just went straight to the airport and straight into my arms in Montana.
You might be wondering why I am blogging while we are spending our time together. Well, that's easy - he's snoring away right next to me :) Between no sleep, the excitement, and the introductions to numerous people this afternoon, he's exhausted! I can say, watching him peacefully sleep next to me while we are in my country, is amazing. He can sleep for hours if he needs - he's finally by my side.
Plus, I don't want to ever forget the excitement of the day - anticipation of him boarding his flights on time, trying not to throw up all morning from complete anxiety, watching my parents be just as anxious and excited, trying to stay calm but constantly watching my clock, and then, the phone call as he has just boarded the plane to Bozeman. Of course, this was followed by extreme impatience as the clock moved closer to 2pm, seeing him walk out the airplane, getting to love him up, seeing my parents for the first time in over 5 years, watching his eyes as he sees Montana for the first time, introducing him to Ian, watching the kids eye him with suspicion as they warm up to him, introducing him to Leah, having a celebratory drink with the family, taking him to my friend's daughter's birthday party where all my friends happened to be (they had NO idea he was in town), oh, the list goes on and on.
I've been waiting for today for almost six years, and it's been a great day. I'm looking forward to three more days with him here, and then more trips to follow as he already LOVES it here :) Montana and Haiti have mountains in common and thankfully, we have an abundance of them where I live!
You might be wondering why I am blogging while we are spending our time together. Well, that's easy - he's snoring away right next to me :) Between no sleep, the excitement, and the introductions to numerous people this afternoon, he's exhausted! I can say, watching him peacefully sleep next to me while we are in my country, is amazing. He can sleep for hours if he needs - he's finally by my side.
Plus, I don't want to ever forget the excitement of the day - anticipation of him boarding his flights on time, trying not to throw up all morning from complete anxiety, watching my parents be just as anxious and excited, trying to stay calm but constantly watching my clock, and then, the phone call as he has just boarded the plane to Bozeman. Of course, this was followed by extreme impatience as the clock moved closer to 2pm, seeing him walk out the airplane, getting to love him up, seeing my parents for the first time in over 5 years, watching his eyes as he sees Montana for the first time, introducing him to Ian, watching the kids eye him with suspicion as they warm up to him, introducing him to Leah, having a celebratory drink with the family, taking him to my friend's daughter's birthday party where all my friends happened to be (they had NO idea he was in town), oh, the list goes on and on.
I've been waiting for today for almost six years, and it's been a great day. I'm looking forward to three more days with him here, and then more trips to follow as he already LOVES it here :) Montana and Haiti have mountains in common and thankfully, we have an abundance of them where I live!
Monday, September 27, 2010
Against All Odds
This past weekend was truly one for the record books. I can honestly say, it was the weekend I've been waiting for, for almost six years. There were other times when it was scheduled to happen and complications kept it away. Even now, as I am back in Montana and reminiscing, I am brought to tears of joy and relief. The weekend was a whirlwind, but hands down, probably one of the best spontaneous decisions I've ever made.
David's band, FASIL, was scheduled to play their first gig in the U.S. on Saturday night in the Miami area. Fasil has worked so hard for this, and for many of the guys (including David), it was there first trip to the U.S. I decided on Monday that I had to be there for it. I booked a not-cheap last minute plane ticket, found some appropriate club clothes, and off I went! On Friday, I flew out of Helena at 5:15pm, connected in Salt Lake City, then boarded a red-eye flight from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale. I landed in Florida at about 6:45am, and I was picked up by David and his brother. I flew out the next day early afternoon, and I landed back in Helena at 11pm Sunday night.
As I write this, words cannot describe how wonderful the weekend was. I was so proud of David that his hard work is paying off - to see a club full of Haitian Americans cheering for the band. It was fabulous to spend time and get to know David's brother's family better. It was great to see a bit of the Miami area instead of just being in the airport. It was bizarre to still be the only white girl in the room at two different events even though I was in my own country. But, most importantly, it was absolutely amazing to spend the weekend with David. Since we met almost six years ago, we've dreamed of him coming to the U.S. It was interesting for the tables to be turned and him relying on me for translations and explanations instead of him having to do it all for me. The things that are 'normal' to me, I have to explain to him - totally opposite of our relationship history. And, totally entertaining.
Now, if I can just get the guy to Montana - we'll really have a great time! I'm optimistic it will be happening soon :) For the first time, I will get to show a Haitian my country!
P.S. The gig was a success! There are event pictures online of the band arriving at the airport, hanging out in Miami, and at the gig. I'm sure someone must be asking - who's the random white girl in the pictures?!? Hahahahaha! Next stop for Fasil, New York City this weekend.
David's band, FASIL, was scheduled to play their first gig in the U.S. on Saturday night in the Miami area. Fasil has worked so hard for this, and for many of the guys (including David), it was there first trip to the U.S. I decided on Monday that I had to be there for it. I booked a not-cheap last minute plane ticket, found some appropriate club clothes, and off I went! On Friday, I flew out of Helena at 5:15pm, connected in Salt Lake City, then boarded a red-eye flight from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale. I landed in Florida at about 6:45am, and I was picked up by David and his brother. I flew out the next day early afternoon, and I landed back in Helena at 11pm Sunday night.
As I write this, words cannot describe how wonderful the weekend was. I was so proud of David that his hard work is paying off - to see a club full of Haitian Americans cheering for the band. It was fabulous to spend time and get to know David's brother's family better. It was great to see a bit of the Miami area instead of just being in the airport. It was bizarre to still be the only white girl in the room at two different events even though I was in my own country. But, most importantly, it was absolutely amazing to spend the weekend with David. Since we met almost six years ago, we've dreamed of him coming to the U.S. It was interesting for the tables to be turned and him relying on me for translations and explanations instead of him having to do it all for me. The things that are 'normal' to me, I have to explain to him - totally opposite of our relationship history. And, totally entertaining.
Now, if I can just get the guy to Montana - we'll really have a great time! I'm optimistic it will be happening soon :) For the first time, I will get to show a Haitian my country!
P.S. The gig was a success! There are event pictures online of the band arriving at the airport, hanging out in Miami, and at the gig. I'm sure someone must be asking - who's the random white girl in the pictures?!? Hahahahaha! Next stop for Fasil, New York City this weekend.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)