The Future Mrs. E

Yes, I am engaged. Please hold your applause.

This weekend was the 1-year anniversary of E and I dating. We were lying on the bed, watching TV, I mentioned my new ring (cheap, but cute) and showed him. He replied it was nice and said, "Let's see...what do I have here? I think this might look nice on your finger as well." He reached in his nightstand and slipped it on my finger. I was speechless.

He said he'd had it for a while, had just been waiting. I asked him what he had been waiting for, he just shrugged and said he was waiting for the right time. He's been especially sweet and hopeful for our future recently. Driving to check out a house I emailed him about, taking steps toward putting one of his houses up for sale rather than renting it again. Saying we'll find a way, he wants to make this work. All steps toward us being together. And no, I'm not getting rid of the dogs.

I told a few friends who were happy for me. Unfortunately my family couldn't be bothered to at least pretend to do the same. My sister started out by saying she was worried about me and listed several reasons ranging from him taking my money to being trapped in another country if he decides to pull a "Not Without My Daughter" move (see movie with Sally Field). She ended by saying that she wants nothing to do with this and walked off. My mother was a little more diplomatic but still not supportive and definitely not happy. My aunt said the ring was pretty but no congratulations or anything. The other people in the room didn't say anything. Really disappointing. I suppose it's my own fault since they mainly only hear about him when we're going through a rough time. He's only ever met my mom, so they really haven't had a chance to get to know him.

Luckily one of my friends I talked to today, gave me a pep talk. She said that yes E and I have our problems, but who doesn't. He doesn't hit me, or say mean things to me, or try to take my money. She says that that I deserve to find happiness, and that if I have found it with him, everyone else can kiss my butt! LOL

I know that mostly people just want me to be happy, and I do appreciate concern, but...I don't know...I just feel so bummed after seeing my family today.