January 7th

(this picture is from January 6th - but it was sent to me today so I think that counts)

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Last night was the fifth anniversary of John and my first date. Every year on January 6th we go back to the Claddaugh and have fish and chips. 

Just like 5 years ago it was absolutely freezing and Brian and Annette joined us. Unlike 5 years ago we drove there and back together and there was no smooching in the parking lot. Our relationship has changed a lot in five years - the surge of electricity has turned into a lifetime power supply (to quote my husband). 

It is the type of power that you sometimes take for granted. It's like turning on a switch and knowing there will be light without taking the time to be amazed about all of the complicated reactions and forces that have to come together for the bulb to illuminate. In some ways that makes it more rare and spectacular. 

After dinner we drove back home together. I unlocked the door, walked into the kitchen, flipped the switch and there was light.