Thursday, March 6, 2008

Soulmates?






I know it's allredy March 5th,but I couldn't let the month of love completely pass me by without blogging a little bit about Jarem. I understand that the prophets have said that there's no such thing as soulmates, that there is no one perfect person for everyone, but call me apostate 'cause I wholeheartedly disaggree.
When people find out that we served in the same mission the question always comes up..."So did you ever have a crush on Elder Hallows?" The honest truth is that he was my hero. The person who inspired me the most and often times whose zone conference talks were the answer to my prayers. After one such talk i commented to Sister Turnbull, "Man! He's going to end up with the hottest wife!" One of my favorite things about Jarem is that his missionary fire has never fizzled or wanned after almost 2 years at home. He still goes on visits every week and is currently teaching 2 families who are investigating the church.
Jarem is an amazing father. I love seeing his eyes light up when he looks at Sofie. One sunday after church she went down for a nap so we did too, which never happens! I didn't wake up until 3 hours later perplexed at how sofie hadn't woken me up yet. He had known she would wake up soon so he took her to a meeting with him so i could get some extra rest. Amazing! He also spends time with her every night so i can go to the gym, but i know it's just an excuse for him to get one on one time with her! He allready wants another one!
Jarem makes me laugh everyday...and some days that's a tall order. At these moments his classic line is, "Oh are we not doing jokes today?" Then he gets so silly i can't help but laugh out loud!
Jarem makes sacrifices for our family. The thing that Jarem loves most is to be with his girls. Early this semester he made a goal to get straight A's, but after all of my efforts to dissuade him from going back to the library one night he surprised me and gave in. He said that he had a new goal to spend even more time with us and that a few B's wouldn't kill him.
Jarem is more than everything i dreamed of in a husband and i have never met a more perfect person. My heart still skips a beat when he walks in the door after a long day apart. I treasure every moment we spend together and i ache when he's away. I love him because he makes me so much better and doesn't seem to notice when I fall short. He is my soulmate. I love you forever honey.

12 comments:

Anonymous said...

that is the sweetest thing i have read. hallows boys really are the best! i feel those same feeling for jackson, even 4 years later i still get the butterflies when i see him after being apart and i can't help but smile when i think of him.
and just think, it can only get better! :)

Carole Ann & Jon said...

What a great post! You know he is a luck guy!!!!

Marcistar said...

Camilla this is so sweet. I actually teared up a couple of times...you and your husband are both so lucky!

Salem said...

That is so sweet! You guys have such a neat story...your kids will love it!

taylor and laney said...

I am so glad you are so happy camilla!

Anonymous said...

That was the cutest Camilla! It brought tears to my eyes...I am glad all is well. You two are so awesome and so inspirational! Love you guys

Anonymous said...

camilla~you are too sweet, i got your card in the mail today. it made my day :) we can't wait to play with you guys this summer!

Cassie said...

Jarem- I'm so glad you found our blog! It was great to see you at the football game, and I was sad not to meet your wife. Now I feel like I have, and she looks beautiful and perfect for you. Your daughter is gorgeous! Not as gorgeous as mine, but... :)

-Cassie

leah said...

that is so sweet and Jarem did get the hottest wife.

LinnieBell said...

camilla! i can't even remember how i came across your blog, but i'm glad i did! it was good to see you the other day!

Messimoo said...

Ahhhh, you guys are such a sweet couple. As for the missionary zest, anyone around Jarem can see the light in his eyes. He is a great mission leader!

John and Melanie said...

Hey! That is so sweet Camilla, Jarem really is so great. You are one lucky lady. I heard a rumor that you guys are coming to Arizona this summer? I hope its true because we are too! It would be so fun to see you guys. Let us know!