Peace In The Kingdom.
Mood:  happy
Topic: The Tao of Ben
My husband is like a Valium. No, not because he's a pill. And no, not because he puts me to sleep. It's because his very presence fills me with immeasurable comfort; his slightest touch fills me with warmth and security. If they made a prescription drug that could affect people the way his calming presence affects me, America would be a nation of pill-poppers. But relaxed and happy ones.

I had a beastly day yesterday, which I had to handle mostly on my own because my husband was in San Jose. I made it through; badly, but I made it through. By the time I arrived home from the office, Ben was already there, and suddenly everything was okay. Oh, the kids were demanding and what to eat for dinner was a mystery and our household was in its usual chaotic, noisy state. But Daddy was home, and everything was ultimately okay.

I slept well. I kissed my husband and told him I love him. I dressed my kids. I dropped them off at day care, together with some literature on the topic of head lice from Dr. Sears for the day care lady. She pissed me off, and now she will be EDUCATED! Today feels bright and peaceful. And Ben, who never reads this blog -- well, I hope he feels the love. Thanks for centering me, sweetheart. I can always count on you for that.