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February 14, 2012 By Shirley

My Funny Valentine…..

I would like to introduce to you the inspiration behind my whole being…

This inspiration came to me way back in the 2nd grade…

However, I lost this inspiration when I was 10 years old ( I moved away) …but miraculously came back 5 years later…

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Meet my inspiration, the love of my life….my best friend…my sweet hubby….

……While vacationing with friends in Canada, my friend Linda took this picture. We both feel this photo
depicts his personality to a tee…(Hey, he was voted Best Personality in high school..)

He IS my MY FUNNY VALENTINE…He wakes up every morning at 5 am. (ugh) to begin his exercise routine..

…happy, chipper, with a smile on his face, sometimes whistling a happy tune…

……………HE IS ABSOLUTELY THE HAPPIEST PERSON I KNOW……

….HE MAKES ME LAUGH…

…………..EVERY DAY……

He is kind….He is thoughtful…He has the highest level of commitment…..

………..He lives life each day with the utmost sense of integrity..the most honest person I know….

….He is the most wonderful father and grandfather…

……………………….the backbone of our family………..

……….Most of all….he is my biggest cheerleader…He encourages me to…

………………….REACH FOR THE STARS…DREAM BIG…AND NEVER GIVE UP!…………………..

…After 42 years of marriage (yes I was married when I was 2..)…

each day is an incredible, adventurous, journey with the man I so love, MY FUNNY VALENTINE…I am truly blessed…

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  1. Valerie says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:15 pm

    This is the most sweetest thing that I have read in a long time.

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  2. kim says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:16 pm

    How sweet and so nice that he makes you laugh daily. We will have been married 37 years next week. Quite an achievement to be married 42. Yes, I was 2 also.

    Happy Valentine’s Day

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  3. Betsy Crittenden says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:24 pm

    Aawwww… that is so sweet… and knowing Tommy, so true!
    Happy Valentines Day to a wonderful couple!

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  4. Debbie says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:25 pm

    You are truly blessed! I feel the same way about our marriage so I can totally relate to your post. Happy Valentine’s Day!

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  5. Linda Miller says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:42 pm

    You described your Valentine perfectly. He is a true and loyal friend to Jeff and I. He has the purest heart, the most integrity of anyone I know. I could go on and on. Jeff and I are so thankful that you both came into our lives and that we can count you as friends (best friends). Happy Valentine’s Day to both of you. We love you.

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    • shirley@housepitalitydesigns says

      February 14, 2012 at 2:44 pm

      Back at ya..you are making me cry!!!..Thank you my dear friend..

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  6. frances says

    February 14, 2012 at 3:08 pm

    that is just so sweet. Happy Valentines Day Shirley and Tom!

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  7. High Heeled Life says

    February 14, 2012 at 3:15 pm

    Happy Valentine’s day Shirley! What a lovely journey you have shared with us! Truly a Valentine story… Thnak you for visiting me and your sweet comment..xo HHL

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  8. Shenita says

    February 14, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    This is just the sweetest post ever! It is so nice to still be in love after all these years! Thanks for sharing such a great story! Happy Valentine’s Day to you both!!

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  9. floridapam says

    February 14, 2012 at 4:32 pm

    OMGosh, you just bring tears of joy to my eyes to know a couple who are so much in love after such a long time together. This has got to be Tommy’s most special Valentine from you, written with such love and admiration from his darling wife and best friend. This is so beautifully written and heartfelt. You both are truly an inspiration to us all! Happy Valentine’s Day.

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  10. floridapam says

    February 14, 2012 at 4:34 pm

    What a fabulous picture of Tommy!

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  11. thistlewoodfarm says

    February 14, 2012 at 5:30 pm

    Shirley,

    How blessed you are. What an incredible best friend and funny valentine you have. Thank you for believing in romance and posting this.

    blessings,
    karianne

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  12. Conspicuous Style says

    February 14, 2012 at 11:11 pm

    You have me welled up! That is SUCH a sweet story and I know that you know how lucky you both are, which makes it all the sweeter!!
    Stacy

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  13. Suzy @ Worthing Court says

    February 14, 2012 at 11:16 pm

    Awww – such a sweet way to honor your wonderful hubby! Valentine’s never gets old – even when you’re 44!!! ;0)

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  14. Designs by Gollum says

    February 15, 2012 at 12:03 am

    What a tender post! I’m wishing you and your sweetheart a wonderful Valentine’s Day! XX00

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  15. Sherry says

    February 15, 2012 at 2:19 am

    What a sweet Ode to the hubs! Happy Valentine’s Day!
    Sherry

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  16. Alison says

    February 15, 2012 at 2:52 am

    What a beautiful sentiment!
    So well written. I want to cut it and paste it
    and email it to my sweet husband!!!!

    I wish I could write like you do. So lovely, Shirley.

    Happy Valentine’s Day.
    You two sound like a match made in heaven!
    xox
    Alison

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  17. Melissa says

    February 15, 2012 at 3:29 am

    Awe how sweet… what a great guy.
    Thank you for taking a moment to stop by my blog and leave a comment.
    I look forward to folowing your blog as well.
    Happy Hearts Day,
    Melissa

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  18. Whitney @ Drab to Fab Design says

    February 15, 2012 at 3:37 pm

    You two sound like you were just meant for each other!! Such a sweet post!

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  19. Barb @ Grits and Glamour says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    Oh, God Bless you both my friend. Its wonderful to be married to your best friend. I can’t wait to meet him when I come to visit. Have a wonderful and safe trip and I look forward to seeing you again soon. Be blessed! Barb

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  20. lulu says

    February 15, 2012 at 6:02 pm

    This sounds like a man you are very lucky to have, and I suspect he feels the same about you.

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  21. Mary Alice Patterson says

    February 15, 2012 at 8:09 pm

    What a wonderful post about your husband. Isn’t it great to be loved by a man like that? You are blessed!
    Thanks for paying a visit, Mary Alice

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  22. Alycia Nichols says

    February 16, 2012 at 1:00 am

    Unmistakably “the right one”!!!!!!! Congratulations on 40+ years of wedded bliss! Wow…that is really beautiful!

    Reply
  23. Lorraine says

    February 16, 2012 at 12:05 pm

    Stopping by for the first time and delighted to meet you and your sweet Valentine! A lovely place you have here too. I have perused many of your posts and enjoyed each one! Nice visiting with you!

    Kindly, Lorraine

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  24. entertainingwomen says

    February 16, 2012 at 3:12 pm

    I always adore a great love story! I was 3 when we were married 43 years ago…yes another child of the 60’s. Happy Valentines! Cherry Kay

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  25. Pinky says

    February 18, 2012 at 1:10 am

    What a beautiful tribute to your hubby. We have been married for 44 years now and it is still a beautiful journey we are on together. Thanks for stopping by my blog. XO, Pinky

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  26. Molly says

    February 21, 2012 at 5:00 pm

    What a lovely post! It’s so nice to hear stories like that. I hope I can write a post like that when my husband and I have reached year number 42.

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  27. Linda says

    May 18, 2012 at 2:06 pm

    That is sooo sweet. I have been married to my best friend and lover for the past 45 years. The years get better and better and so do we as we age.

    Reply

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Hi I’m Shirley and I am here to share my love of classic interiors, french country style, my passion for flowers and making our home, The Hickory Cottage, a warm and hospitable home for family and friends.

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