We have had a number of memorable Valentine’s Day evenings working late, on-call, and stopping for dinner at random places on the way home. One year we stopped at this little Asian place it seemed like a hole in the wall, atypical date night spot. We walk in and they had the place completely decked out in all shades of red and pink. The lights were dim and a candle was on the table, complete with a handful of those gross heart shaped candies with “Be Mine” stamped on them. It was super cheeky, but we looked at each other laughed.
It’s sort of a tradition at this point. When you’re both tired, hungry, incapable of one more decision, and smell like a full day of large animal practice, you really don’t want to go somewhere nice. Waffle House was our savior this year. Pecan waffle for her and chocolate chip for me. We regret nothing. Oh, and we definitely weren’t the shadiest characters in that joint.
What else would you expect from two people who met in a pig barn?
Love your way.
Published by Justin Jornigan
1987 model, gently used, a little rusty. Husband to Megan. I have the best dog in the world – a mutt named Tucker (Tuck, or Tucker J). We have a farm with 3 horses, 2 barn cats, and 2 house cats. I was born in the most beautiful place on earth – the mountains of Western North Carolina – and have returned here. First generation college graduate. I’m an introvert with a very extroverted job. Large animal veterinarian. I enjoy playing piano, quite walks along the creek, craft beer, life-giving conversation, scuba diving, riding horses, and mowing. I like to write, but don’t get to do it enough. I enjoy non-fiction, biographies, and progessive Christian thought. I hate the texture of most soft things – think dryer lint and cotton balls and ridiculous fleecy blankets. I love the smell of silage, horses, a leather shop, and the hardware store. I live for moments of unexpectedly laughing to tears and crampy cheeks, and to feel and smell the cold air right before it snows.
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