Things I've realized this past week;

1) I love my husband dearly, but often don't feel like I can talk to him in a way that helps me get through my problems and sort them out. This week, I realized it is because while he is a great listener, and is always very supportive, he rarely is able to help me talk out my problems. So, unlike many couples I actually need someone outside of my relationship to talk with.

2) When Alex and I get old, I really hope we have enough money saved up, and are responsible enough, to make decisions which will mean we are cared for. I don't want to force my children into making those decisions for me, and I don't want to place extra stress and burdens on them since I know how hard it is to deal with loved ones growing old.

3) It is perfectly okay for me to have a hard time talking to my friends and conveying my emotions and feelings over the phone. Because when I actually get to see them in person, I love them and care for them just as much as I did the last time I saw them.