A Newlywed Truth

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 Sometimes, I simply can't believe how lucky I am...

Mike has been on a roll lately. Aside from his general, everyday greatness (ha!), he's been quite the funny man in the past few weeks. Here's a little glimpse into the conversations I'm lucky to be a part of...

The scene: I'm watching the new Bravo show, Pregnant in Heels (I have an obsession with all things Bravo but I can save that for another day). One of the clients on the show is shopping for her "push" gift to receive after she has her baby and Mike turns to me and says...
M: Is this a real thing, this push gift thing?
S: Yeah, although it doesn't have to be diamonds, it can be anything nice you want to give to the mama.
M: Well, what exactly is the gift for?
S: For giving you the gift of life.
M: Oh my, really the guy gives you a nice gift for this? (he's totally serious at this point and I know he has finally realized I will be expecting this when we have kids)
S: Yes Mike, this is real and it needs to be something really nice... not like a dvd.
Mike's response: Oh, this is more like a boxed set kind of deal?


The scene: Mike and I are enjoying a lovely lunch outside Legend's downtown enjoying the weather and Mike turns to me and says...
M: Did you know, somewhere in Iowa, is the largest prairie preserve in the country?
S: No Mike, I can't think of why I would know that information.
M: Well there is, it can't be too far away and I heard at this time of year the bison are returning to roam... I think we should go there this summer
S: (I honestly can't tell at this point if he's serious or not), Mike, are you kidding me right now?
M: Sarah... do I ever joke about buffalo?


Pretty soon, he'll have a whole show and I can start charging admission. =)

Comments

  1. JennaMay 4, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    Too funny! Perhaps your very own Bravo reality show is in your future!

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  2. AnonymousMay 6, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    When do you graduate from Drake with your Masters Degree in Education?
    roll: –verb (used without object)
    Informal . to go forward or advance without restrictions or impediments: The economy is finally beginning to roll. "Mike has been on a roll lately"

    role: –noun
    1. a part or character played by an actor or actress.
    2. proper or customary function: the teacher's role in society.
    3. Sociology . the rights, obligations, and expected behavior patterns associated with a particular social status.
    4. Home Life. Mike has been playing the role of funny man lately.

    We still love you! See you next weekend in your cape and gowne?

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  3. Mike and SarahMay 7, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Noted, anonymous comment maker, and the post has been corrected. We're still awaiting the verdict on whether or not you'll be invited to the celebration of my accomplishment. I'm not going to lie, this did not help your case as I prefer to surround myself with nothing but supportive individuals... if you're lucky, you'll get in. hehehe, love you!

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