Continuing in our Friday is for Females series, this week Amy Knittel gives us an inside look into what makes her husband exceptional. Enjoy.–cg
I’ve been with my exceptional man for over 9 years.
I saw him on the Brown Line train (Yes, I broke the cardinal rule and actually spoke to someone I didn’t know while on the train). We were wearing the same watches, only different colors, so that was my in. I interrupted him from his game of chess that he was playing on his Palm Pilot to say hello. Our conversation was short as I was only on the train for 2 stops. So, when it was time for me to get off I said, “Maybe I’ll see you around.” I waved as I exited the train, went down the stairs, and walked about 1 block when all of a sudden I felt a tap on my shoulder. I turned around and there he was. If he hadn’t listened to his intuition and decided at the last minute before the doors closed to chase after me it’s highly unlikely that we would have ever bumped into each other again. His spontaneity is what makes him exceptional.
We exchanged phone numbers and went out on a date 1 week later. On our first date he laid it all out on the table about his background, history, and family. He said, “This is who I am. I’m just letting you know now so it won’t be an issue later.” Admittedly, I was a little surprised at first but I really liked how he felt comfortable enough with me to tell me something very personal about himself. His honesty is what makes him exceptional.
Shortly after our first date he introduced me to his circle of friends. They were a small, tight knit group who all got along really well. They seemed to have their own inside stories and quirky behaviors but they had a great time together. Always the center of attention, he would make them all laugh to the point of tears with his perfect timing and witty one-liners. His friendship and sense of humor make him exceptional.
Two and a half months after we met, he went back home to visit his family for Christmas. Upon his return we agreed to meet at the same train stop where he ran down the stairs chasing after me. He met me on the platform and we boarded the second car from the back, second seat from the right – the same spot where we met. We’d only gone a couple of stops when before I knew it he had pulled a small box from his pocket, got down on one knee and proposed. Of course I said, “Yes!” Being in love is what makes him exceptional.
Fast forward to today, more than 9 years later, and I can’t really tell you where the time has gone. Over the years we have grown together, not apart, due to the dedication and commitment that we have for each other. We rarely get into any fights or arguments because we always seem to be on the same page. If we do have a disagreement we take the time to discuss our ideas so that each of us can see where the other person is coming from. We never go to bed mad nor do we leave for work upset or angry at each other. More than anything else, it’s the importance he places on how we communicate that makes him exceptional.
My man is exceptional because through my eyes he is beautiful, both inside and out. We couldn’t possibly have built such a strong relationship without being forthright, honest and dedicated to working together.
So, the next time you see someone who catches your eye, or perhaps you just get a feeling about them, don’t be afraid to approach the person and strike up a conversation. You never know, he may just turn out to be your exceptional man.
Amy Knittel is the co-founder of Tasty CMS, a simple website management system. If you are interested in learning more about Amy or Tasty CMS, be sure to follow her on Twitter at @tastycms or at http://tastycms.com.
