Smith Family Weblog

It’s the little things that make a big difference in a marriage. Often, they go unnoticed, but I am trying to do a better job of showing my appreciation.

Bryan hand-washes (two!) to-go cups of coffee everyday without complaint. He upgraded my cell phone plan to include unlimited texting. And, most recently, he plugged the holes on the valve boxes throughout our yard. Of all of the things he does for me, this means the most.

I have an unnatural and totally overblown fear of snakes. I KNOW it is unreasonable, the mere thought of a garter snake keeps me on the concrete for weeks. Thanks to the waterway in our backyard, we seem to have an overabundance of unwanted visitors.

After listening to me grouse pretty constantly last year, Bryan put down snake repellent. However, he put it on the perimeter of the yard, which, if you think about it, really only keeps the snakes we have IN the yard. And, do you know where the snakes in our yard love to hang out? Sprinkler system valve boxes.

So, I was thrilled to see Bryan’s creative solution. I was completely relieved . . . but only for a few moments. Now, I have no idea where those beasts are hiding.

So, while I contemplate what’s rustling the bushes over there, I’ll make good use of my new texting package. Thanks, Bry!