Eighteen years ago today, Jonathan Lebolt and I sat in the living room of his Chelsea (New York City) studio apartment, with his parents, Gladys and Marvin. We four had been out to dinner together, and then we came back so he could show them his new apartment.
I knew what was on my mind, but I did not know it was so obvious to others.
Marvin knew, though, and he said, “Gladdy, we have to go now.” She said, “But Jonathan is making us some tea. We just got here.”
“Yes, I know, dear,” he said, “I’m just saying we will drink our tea quickly. They, Robin for sure, have things other than entertaining us on the agenda tonight.” With that, he looked at me, and winked.
So he knew, too! And after winking again, and making sure Gladys saw it, too, she understood as well. “Oh, okay,” she said, with her big smile.
It was unlike my father-in-law (now dead 14 years) to be so assertive, but this time he played his part to the hilt. For once, he ran the show.
So, although I dedicate this day, September 21, to the great love of my life, I also give special thanks to a wonderful man, Marvin Lebolt, who knew love when he saw it. Thanks, Dad!
And most of all, thank you, Jonathan, for 18 wonderful years . . . here’s to many more!
“Chai” time you claim the title writer 🙂 This is touching.
Yael
Thank you!!
Happy you found “the one”! He sure got the girls dancing at the reunion!
He does love to dance!
Yes , When Jonathan Dances It is a true celebration of Motion. Happy Anniversary to two wonderful people…
Happy anniversary to the two of you! Two of the most incredible people I’ve ever had the privilege to know, and two of the happiest people I have ever known! Joe and I leave tomorrow for 10 days for honeymoon. We’re going to a cabin in the mountains and rest!! Much love to both of you now and always.