anatomy of a perfect date.

He knows me so well. Celebrating our first year together was perfect and a representation of us, the things that are important to who we are together.

DK worked so hard and prepared an incredible meal and created the perfect setting with lighting and music - these two elements are absolutely necessary! Ray Lamontagne, some candle light and oh my gosh it smelled so good when I walked in!! DK usually cooks dinner at his place but for this night, he went all out. With the help of our good friend Clive Berkman, DK made Steak Diana, guiltless mashed potatoes and out of this world green beans. For dessert, a toffee chocolate brownie.

Now I realize I'll never fully comprehend the depths of DK's creative ability, but last night I just about fell over when I saw his latest creation. Again, astounded. When DK gets me flowers, he doesn't do roses or carnations or anything ordinary. He knows that I love variety, local and in season blooms. So he created this mess of wild flowers with colors, textures, and odd shapes - with names no one can pronounce. He arranged these flowers for me - the most thoughtful and breathtaking bouquet I've ever seen...

We decided to give Jack Bauer the night off and instead sat on the couch and talked. It was so fun to relive moments from a year ago, when we barely knew one another to now and how everything we know compares to when we didn't. And to say out loud how everything we believe about each other lines up specifically with what we've prayed for in a mate. A year ago, I might have argued that because I had no idea what he was about and the amazing man he truly is. We also talked about how grateful we are for everyone, friends and family, who know us together and seperate, supporting us fully and believing in us. I can't believe it's already been a year.

And this is just the beginning!