I have a lot of catching up to do - before Christmas (on the 21st), Rob, Guy, and I flew East to surprise Rob's parents for Christmas. It was a huge surprise to his folks, and we were there for 10 days, flying home New Years Day. Aside from that, I taught my Comms class for the first time yesterday. That went pretty well, I think. There are still 96 kids enrolled in the class (filled to max capacity), so we'll take that as a good sign, for now. More on all that later, maybe . . .
The story I want to share . . .
Before class started yesterday, I had to go get officially hired. While running around the ASB during that process, I ran into my ex-fiance from almost 9 years ago. Holy cow, I've always kind of wondered what it would be like if that ever happened. I especially wondered after I ran into his brother November of 2008, shortly after Rob and I moved to Utah. (X became an "ex" after I spent seven months hoping he would change/fix some issues that kept him from being temple worthy--then after two pushed back wedding dates I finally called it quits.)
Mystery solved. I hardly recognized him - he was old, heavy, and frumpy looking. I was only even sure it was him after I got a second glance as he headed down a spiral staircase that was in clear sight. I'm sure he recognized me faster, though, because as he stared at the floor he couldn't walk away fast enough.
I walked out of that building feeling SO good. I looked good - I was professionally dressed in a dress and knee-high boots, fresh makeup, and hair just right all ready for the class that I would be teaching in one short hour. Ironically, I just realized, the heeled boots I was wearing I bought the week after I called things off for good with X (X is less than an inch taller than I am, I'd missed heels while we were dating, and when I bought those boots I vowed I would marry someone taller-it worked :)).
So, I'm glad I looked good and felt confident, those were nice bonuses. Without that, though, I still would have felt good--it was a moment where I had the opportunity to consider and recognize the blessings in my life. I'm so grateful for Rob and Guy--the most important things in my life right now.
The story I want to share . . .
Before class started yesterday, I had to go get officially hired. While running around the ASB during that process, I ran into my ex-fiance from almost 9 years ago. Holy cow, I've always kind of wondered what it would be like if that ever happened. I especially wondered after I ran into his brother November of 2008, shortly after Rob and I moved to Utah. (X became an "ex" after I spent seven months hoping he would change/fix some issues that kept him from being temple worthy--then after two pushed back wedding dates I finally called it quits.)
Mystery solved. I hardly recognized him - he was old, heavy, and frumpy looking. I was only even sure it was him after I got a second glance as he headed down a spiral staircase that was in clear sight. I'm sure he recognized me faster, though, because as he stared at the floor he couldn't walk away fast enough.
I walked out of that building feeling SO good. I looked good - I was professionally dressed in a dress and knee-high boots, fresh makeup, and hair just right all ready for the class that I would be teaching in one short hour. Ironically, I just realized, the heeled boots I was wearing I bought the week after I called things off for good with X (X is less than an inch taller than I am, I'd missed heels while we were dating, and when I bought those boots I vowed I would marry someone taller-it worked :)).
So, I'm glad I looked good and felt confident, those were nice bonuses. Without that, though, I still would have felt good--it was a moment where I had the opportunity to consider and recognize the blessings in my life. I'm so grateful for Rob and Guy--the most important things in my life right now.
14 comments:
That's awesome! It's so nice to have your choices validated by seeing what horribly might have been. LOL!
Is it weird to be back on campus? At least you're teaching. I'm back as a student and it feels incredibly awkward.
Oh my gosh! That's crazy. And you DID look awesome yesterday btw.
I really liked the story Caitlin. Thanks for sharing. I'm happy for you too!
I feel the same--thank heavens for unanswered prayers, right?
I've wondered the same thing for your sake. Glad it turned out the way it did.
Isn't it always great when your good decisions get validated that way?
Sorry I didn't get back to you when you were here, things were kind of hectic that week since we had just gotten home from vacation and i forgot to respond to your voice mail :( Hope you had a good visit with friends and family tho!
You lived every girl's dream!!!! The one time I thought I ran into an "X" I looked AWFUL!!!!! But I had my cute little boy, so what did I care?
What a great story. I love those moments that confirm the good decisions we make and remind us of the wonderful things we have. And you looked great to top it off!!
96 students...wow! Let me know if you have any free time to meet up!
i think my favorite part is the boots.
doesn't hurt that he didn't look great.
i'm glad it was good for you.
(i guess i do have words now)
Caitlin! Yikes! I remember when all that went down. I can't believe it was 9 years ago?!?! Isn't it nice to have the confirmation that everything worked out for the best for you?
Also, 96 students? Holy cow. I think I would die. Do you have to grade all of their papers or do you have TA's to help you? I have 20 students and the grading just about kills me. Good luck! I think it's awesome you are doing this!!!
and p.s. love that adorable picture of Guy! He is such a sweetie.
What an awesome experience! I'm so glad you felt like a power chick, even for a brief moment!
Too bad for him that he couldn't get his life together. Maybe seeing you helped him realize just how much he has moved in the wrong direction. I'm glad you have a happy marriage and a seriously adorable boy.
This brought tears to my eyes. I am so glad you were blessed to have a caring, righteous husband and an adorable little baby! If my ex-boyfriend saw me I would be the heavy frumpy one ;-) I have been wondering a lot about choices and where my life will take me. I hope everything will work out for me as well. I'm proud of all that you have accomplished. I know a lot of people probably don't tell you that because you are an achiever and they probably expect nothing less from you. Congratulations and good luck on your class. I would love to see a picture of you dressed as you described!
ha to funny. poor, poor X, he missed out on a good thing. :-)
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