Wednesday, November 14, 2007

What seven year itch?

So, when my husband and I hit the seven-year anniversary (yes, I know I am too young to have been married for 7 years but I got married at a young age (15 (smile))), I heard of a new phrase or at least new to me called "Seven Year Itch". I believe it is the thought that after seven years, married couples sometimes get the itch for items or people outside of their marriage.

Well, not here but let me explain why I am writing this. Last week, my husband had surgery -- he was great, a real rockstar and is recovering well. While in post-op, I was doting on him like a lovely wife should and also because it just came naturally. I guess I was being sweet and affectionate -- all I know is that I was just trying to wake him from anesthesia, make him smile and help him forget for a little while that he was going to be in pain.

Well, apparently we looked cute because the nurse taking care of him said, "I am jealous. How long have you two been married?" I said, "A little over seven years ..." and she was surprised, saying "The way you two are acting, I would have thought you were newlyweds." Apparently, the love and magic is still there though I never had a doubt in the world. The seven year itch can just move along to the next couple, thank you very much.

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