Day I-Have-NO-Idea, but I'm still living my life!

November 14, 2010

You only live once right, so why not live it up?!?  I met someone I’d like you to meet.  We didn’t quite meet the old-fashioned way (we were set up) but nonetheless, I met someone.  We shall from here-on-out refer to him as, Juan.  It has been a little over a month, and we’ve agreed to be friends first and foremost – which is a huge plus for me, because as most of you know, I have been broken many times in the past and I am just plain scared to be hurt again.  This is important to me not only because of the nervousness that I have about pouring my heart out yet again, but because I really do believe that the foundation of a strong relationship is to build a friendship first, and it is refreshing to have met a man who feels the same way.   He and I have talked endlessly about the importance of becoming – and remaining friends no matter the outcome of the situation. 

Here are the juicy details…Juan is a bit older than I am, has been married once, has no children, but wants some when he finds the right woman.  He owns his home, vehicle, boat and motorcycle and is truly a man’s man.  He has been blessed in his work ethic and career, as he is Director of a division of Person County (which division will have to remain a mystery unless we make things official).  He is very well-known in Roxboro because of his career, but isn’t the type to flaunt or boast. 

He is a transplant to Roxboro, like I am and grew up in Forest City, NC.  He has a slightly dysfunctional family like mine, which is also a plus because we understand the baggage attached to that aspect of each other’s life.  He is not the oldest, but the third of four children – one sister and two brothers.  His mom is Vietnamese-American and his dad American, so he is one hot piece of man.  He cooks all the time, is very fit and enjoys exercising and being outdoors.  He loves cats and dogs, and really knows how to have fun.   We have met each other’s friends, enjoy each other’s company and have spent the last 4 weekends together doing fun outdoorsy things like having bon-fires, bike-riding, jumping on his trampoline and walking Atlas at the park. 

What I like about him – he is honest, sweet, caring, and fun.  I don’t have to pretend around him, and he likes me anyway – flaws and all.  He wants all of the same things that I want in a relationship and a life, and he treats me as though I am the most important woman in the world.  He picks me up for dates, cooks me dinner, opens doors for me, and calls when he says he will – and tells me when he is thinking about me.  He tells me that I’m beautiful, holds my hand in public, and introduces me to people in the community of whom we run into.  He loves that I am a teacher and admires that I moved away from all of my family and friends in order to follow my heart and teach.  He does sweet things for me, like mows my lawn, fixes my sink, and helps me train Atlas. 

I like him a lot, and it doesn’t bother him to know that I am scared, because he is too, and admits it.  We have agreed not to rush into anything too soon, but we both also want to find the person we will spend the rest of our life with.  He’s a pretty top-notch guy.  Oh, and he has the most fantastic southern accent I have ever heard.  I am hopeful that I will be able to post even better things about Juan for you in the future.  I think he's what my Dad would call a keeper.  Sweet Dreams. 

<3 Meg

Comments

[Megan Van Sipe]

OK, so, he's perfect. I get it! He really seems that way on paper, right??? He really does sound just right for you. I am happy that you are taking it slow. Nurture it!! I love you tons and if you love him then so do I! Juan, nice to meet you. Odd name for a Vietnamese-American from the South, though...

[Keri Amlotte]

Sounds like a great guy, Megan! So happy for you!

[Megan Smith]

Oh my GOSH Meg, he does seem fantastic on PAPER...WEIRD!?! No, he's really actually fantastic in REAL LIFE. I promise. And not a loser or a meanie who will stop talking to me or play games with me. He's sweet.

Thanks Keri! How are you and Brandon?