To the men like Mine!


There are few of them in this world (or at least that was what I was brought up to believe) and I think this initially put me off getting married; but that's a discussion for another day!
But I want to write to say.. My Matt, He's a keeper.






The title, Men Like Mine simply means... those who are from a wonderful, loving home and had lots of love growing up but take on and fall in love with the broken, anxious and recently fixed girls who struggle. daily. Those who are strong and independent and can't show emotions properly, but really need someone who just loves. forgives. accepts. stays. Someone to just be there.

Those who take time to deal with a dysfunctional family, to live with, deal with and love you anyway. To comfort you when you've been so so hurt by a family member... that you think your life is over. What's the point in living when you constantly feel rejected by people who are meant to love you most? That was once my attitude. That is how I felt. Heartbroken.
The guy who provides support, shows unending love and is consistent in his encouragement day-to-day. Thanks Matt. Thanks for being mine, thanks for choosing me and thanks for always being there. Here's to you! And, to those like you.


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