My Valentine

Today I was walking through Wal-mart and I knew that I needed to get Saharh a Valentine's present. It was a wonderful moment in which, I knew I wanted to get her something because it was important to me to express love for her. Being analytical, I started to get tripped up by some common fears. "What if I chose something she didn't like?" "What if she would be upset because of the gift's impact, no matter how miminal, on our budget?" "What if...what if...what if?!"

I defeated myself in the argument however, because I was determined to get her something. I through my fear of her reaction away, and put my trust in Jesus. I could hear the Spirit saying, "it will be good." I wandered over to the flowers, and was a little discouraged from roses. Roses have become a little too common a gift for Valentine's, however still appropriate from time to time. I venture to say that I will most likely purchase them as a gift for this holiday again. However, this year would not be one of this years. I looked a little to the left of the roses and there were some orchids in pink pots. Saharh's had a thing for pink recently and the orchids had a unique nature to them that I thought might appeal to her.

I carried the flower, along with some groceries, through the snow...yes, it is snowing here...to the van. I protected the flower on the drive home and quickly got into the house. I put everything down and picked up the flower, listening for where Saharh was at the time of my entry. I braced myself, and began walking toward the kitchen. I say that I braced myself, because I invest a certain amount of hope into everything I give her. I simply hope she likes it.

The look on her face was brilliant. She expressed so much surprise and happiness at the sight of the orchid, that I was shocked by how much she liked it. I gave her a kiss, wished her a happy valentine's and went to get out of my work clothes. As I walked back down the hallway, I said, "thank You Jesus"...and I am certain that I heard in return, "I love you, son."