There's just too much to say about him. We met on match.com. I figured I'd give it a try, what did I have to lose? I had 2 toddlers and definitely wasn't planning on meeting someone at a local bar. I'd have to actually go to the bar to meet someone and those outings were few and far between. I'm pretty sure none of my friends were going to take the initiative to set me up- and I don't blame them. Adam's photo and profile had caught my attention but I was never one to initiate anything... so I waited.. and waited.. and waited... and gave up. I could see that he had viewed my profile but he never said anything. I figured the Martial Status: Widow and # of Children Living @ Home: 2 section of my profile scared him away. I deactivated my profile for about a month and got back on after Mother's Day weekend 2010. FINALLY a message from A popped up in my inbox! We messaged back and forth for about 2 weeks before finally talking on the phone. 2-4 hour conversations at night while he was at work and after the kids were in bed. I'm not even sure how long this went on before he finally asked me out on a date. A day date. Yep- on a Friday afternoon. I figured maybe he had a "night date" already planned with someone else. Oh well- it as better than no date, right? Long story short our day date went so well he later called me and asked if I wanted to go out that night too... so we had our 1st and 2nd date in one day. We've been together ever since!
Adam was single, never been married and no kids when we met... it's obvious my situation is a hard one to take on, especially for someone coming from that squeaky clean, no baggage background. When I try to describe him to someone I always say "I never pictured there could be someone this perfect for me, the kids and our situation." He handles every aspect with grace, respect and maturity. I am lucky. WE are beyond lucky. His family is just as amazing as he and I am so lucky to be gaining them too. It's definitely the whole package and more. There's my little intro!
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Love Adam! Love you! Love you two together! xoxox bff :) Can't wait for the big day!
Loving your posts lately. So much honesty. You have had a path no one expects and you had taken it with amazing grace. I am so glad you found someone to make you happy. It's truly amazing.
I could not be happier for you. I have loved seeing your pictures on FB, even getting to meet the man himself in Vegas, and watching happiness in your life again. You have such a long life ahead of you and you deserve happiness just like the next person. I am so happy you found someone to not take Patrick's spot, but that can help you live a happy life that you and W&R deserve. He is just as lucky to have you as you are to have him!!!!
xoxo
Thank you for sharing him with us! Sounds like you've met your perfect 'match'! Your path has been difficult & for you to find a partner that understands, respects & loves you & your situation is a true blessing! All the best to you both!
Erynn, I'm very happy for you - you deserve good in your life and you are lucky to have found it, not once but twice!
Thank you for sharing x
I am so happy that you are happy. While I don't know Adam, he seems like a great guy. I am glad that you have finally posted about him too. This is Your family blog, and he is part of you know. Congrats again to you and the kids! Can't wait to hear all about the big day!
Sounds great Erynn!!! Glad you found someone who makes you so happy. Congrats again!
You make a great couple and I'm so happy and excited for you.
Aww, E... this is such a sweet post and it makes me SO HAPPY to see you SO HAPPY! =)
I hope the wedding plans are going amazingly well! You guys are too adorable.
xoxo
Soooo happy for you and the kids!! You deserve to be happy and thank you for sharing your story!!!! Congrats!!!!! U guys are too cute!!
Oops, I meant he is part of you "now". :)
I am more than happy for you! You have been through enough. . . more than most people will EVER have to endure. Now, it's time for your life to get back on a happy track. Your new guy is very handsome and seems to be wonderful! I hope you finally get your happily ever after. You and the kids are VERY lucky! I know you will keep Patrick alive in your heart and in your kids' lives. He would be so proud of you for being so strong in allowing someone else in. I wish you all the best! XOXOXO,
Joanne
I'm so happy for you, Will & Reese. You deserve to find someone like him!
Awww...he sounds amazing! Congratulations on the wonderful things that are happening in your life :) Thanks for sharing!
I am so over-the-moon thrilled for you! I understand about being hesitant to talk about him/your relationship...but there is NO reason you shouldn't be able to shout it from a roof top how happy you are. I'm sure other women/men who've lost a spouse really admire your courage to get out there and let yourself live again, you are an inspiration. I can't imagine it being easy. In terms of A - it takes a real stand-up guy to jump right into the role he's in. I'm sure P is BEYOND thankful that A is there, watching over you and the kiddos. So happy for you, YAY!
SO happy for you and your family. You deserve all the happiness in the world and Adam seems like such a wonderful guy. Wishing you the best and can't wait to see pics of your wedding!
This is a beautiful post, and the pictures are so adorable. Love the Halloween photo - bwahaha!
I am very, very happy for you. Erynn, you are so young. No one would expect you to be alone for the rest of your life. Will and Reese are blessed to be Patrick's children - just as you were obviously blessed to be his wife - and they are also blessed to have Adam in their lives. He must be a wonderful and good man or you wouldn't have chosen him for you and your little ones.
God bless you! Praise the Lord, the Almighty, from Whom all goodness flows.
SO happy for you, Erynn! And the kids!
Erynn, I have been reading your blog for almost two years now, but since I don't know you, have never commented. What a great post...I was bummed when you stopped blogging. I am so happy for you, the kids and Adam! You deserve it! I hope you will blog more and fill us in about wedding planning :)
Congrats Erynn! Best of luck to you two.
Thank you for the introduction. I don't doubt for a second that he is a gift from God to you and the kids!.. He is everything you need and more, and I'm sure he feels the same way about you! Life can be funny (or not) at times, and although you endured a tragic loss, and thought love and life died with it; a new seed of hope and love was sown and in it's growth will produce amazing fruits for you to enjoy long into the future.. Xoxo Marijana
I am so happy for you! You guys look so adorable. Happy wedding planning! I know God has amazing happy plans for your family!
Xo
Kelly
I don't think there is a single person out there that shouldn't be gloriously happy for you. You deserve every happiness in the world and I wish you guys a long and happy life together!
So happy for you, Adam and the kids!!! You are young and beautiful. You and the kids need to be happy and I'm glad you found Adam. Sweet post!
It's so great to know you're happy! Enjoy every minute!
Erynn-this post makes me so happy and excited for you! I agree with Courtney- he is just as lucky to have you as you are to have him. I wish you two and the kids the most wonderful future together!
How sweet! Thanks for sharing!
So happy for you - I must say - my husband is Adam too - and those Adams - wow. amazing. I wish you all the best!
Erynn you deserve to be happy. I'm super glad you found someone. He sounds perfect. Congrats! BB
So happy that you found happiness and love! =)
I am so very happy for you. I have read your blog for awhile now and kept you and the kids in my prayers. As I will always. You are so beautiful...
I am loving your posts lately and how much happiness I can feel from reading them. I am so happy for you, Will and Reese. You really deserve this, Erynn!
I saw your most recent post and realized I didn't remember if I had commented on your "adam" post... So I'm doing it again!
I'm so happy that you're happy!
So happy for all four of you. Everyone deserves to be happy and I am so glad you have found some after such heartbreak.
Thanks for introducing us to Adam!
Jess
It's possible he's very handsome. Just saying... way to go, girl! (of course, he didn't do too badly himself scoring you). You make a beautiful couple.
Love reading your blog e! Love this post! Look at you two beautiful things! It's going to be such a beautiful wedding .... And I'm totally getting ahead if myself, but that baby number three is going to be another heartbreaker! So excited for everything your future holds and beyond happy for your gorg family xxxx
Erynn,
YOU GO GIRL! Congrats on Adam and the engagement. I know its hard to not let others words affect you. My friends husband passed the exact same day as Patrick and she has heard the same opinions/thoughts/judgements from others in our circle of friends. Nay sayers... I have given her my unconditional support with zero judgement as I am sure you have received as well...Keep your head up and enjoy the good fortune that has come your way.
hahaha yall are so funny in the Tiger/Elin costume. I keep reading about bloggers who are married or getting married that met on Match. I'm scared to try it, but like you said ... what do I have to lose?? Maybe I will. Thanks for sharing your story, y'all are a beautiful couple. Newest follower =)
I'm so glad for you, Erynn -- Congratulations and God bless.
I may take the plunge sometime to visit match.com - I'm definitely meeting no one when i'm sitting at home at night as my kid is sleeping!!
an old JS style member
So happy for you! Congratulations! You deserve it!
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