My Mum and Dad are brilliant. I couldn't ask for better parents. OK I might not have said that a few years ago, and we've had our fair share of tears and tantrums, but with time, and learning to communicate better and understand each other, I'd say we've got a pretty good relationship. I'm sad I don't get to see them more than I do. They've just moved from Oxfordshire to Shropshire to begin a whole new adventure. I love that despite their claims of being very 'average', and their more conservative way of doing things, they are not that normal! (They think I'm weird but I think I know where that comes from!!) They are not willing to settle for the expected, they are up for change, they are open to learn and to build new relationships. In their quiet, non-attention seeking way they persistently love God and the people around them. My mum is quick to laugh and my dad is slow to get angry. They both give great hugs and make a good cup of tea. Together they are a great team. They don't pretend to be perfect and are honest about the challenges life brings. Their new house is peaceful and I'm sure will be a refuge/respite to many. I hope they find people who appreciate them as much as their family and friends back in Oxford, Basingstoke and beyond do. Hooray for Mummy and Daddy Pike!!
I really like this pic. We took it on Monday - our first year anniversary. We were in the kitchen about to eat a candle lit dinner. (Thank you M&S Dine in for £10! Although we like our food, so had to boost the portions with a few extra purchases. Diets start... next month!) My husband is another hero of mine. Cheesy but true. I can't tell you how grateful I am to be married to a man like him. He rocks my socks :-)
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