Sun-kissed skin so hot, we'll melt your popsicle... by fauxtography365

Sun-kissed skin so hot, we'll melt your popsicle...

Happy July 4th!

Ten years ago today, my husband (who was just a friend) and I hung out. I went to his place for a BBQ. Turns out, I was the only one invited. My boyfriend at the time, had headed out to Long Island to be with his buddies from home. I hadn't been invited. But I was/am a modern-day kind of gal. I didn't fret. Made my own plans.

I went to my friend's (now husband) apartment, grilling out at his place because most people we knew had left NYC for the long weekend. Nothing inappropriate happened but I remember him asking me, "So are you gonna marry this guy or what?"

I shrugged. He said, "So that's a no." And then chuckled.

In retrospect...maybe ten years ago today, that marked the beginning of us. Ten years ago I was 26. I was fitter then. Ten years from now, my body may not look like this. Who knows what's in store next!

Anyway, have a good one. Get some sun, get your grill on, get your tan on. And Happy 4th of July!
That's a great story, T. Glad your hubby was smart enough to make sure it all worked out for the two of you. :D
And great shot, of course! I suspect you will look much the same in ten years, because you won't just stop caring about how you look.
July 4th, 2013  
Such a sweet story. Beautiful picture as well :-)
July 4th, 2013  
@carolb @ladybug15 thanks, ladies! :)
July 4th, 2013  
Great story. But I'm a little leery of the claim of being even fitter 10 years ago. I mean, honestly, how is that even possible?

And as to the photo, please allow me to be the first to say, "Hubba."
July 4th, 2013  
You should write! Love the way you tell your stories. And shot with a Canon S80, the camera is about your "anniversary" date too. Very nice photo, great crop and tones. And I think a 20yo would be proud to look like that! :-)
July 4th, 2013  
T you do know how to tell a good story that makes it feel like youre talking to just one person. Nice pic too ;) have a great 4th! Just came in from sunning poolside now for some drinks!
July 4th, 2013  
Great shot and love your narrative. I never looked like that at 26 (or 16 come to mention it), so you are doing really well to look so good.
July 4th, 2013  
Nice picture and an amazing narrative. I have difficulty remembering events from yesterday 8-)
July 4th, 2013  
Great shot and story!
July 4th, 2013  
@timerskine thanks, Tim!

@anzere03 ha. I didn't think about the date being a good way to 'mark' an anniversary like that. And thanks for the comment on the pic. :)

@michaelelliott thanks, Michael! Hope you're still enjoying FL.

@suesmith @tonydebont thank you guys!

@islandk8 thanks, Katie!
July 6th, 2013  
@fauxtography365 - Yes found a nice tiki bar across from the beach and then jumped into the ocean and chilled in hot tub. Then sushi and more drinks. Very rough here. Did I mention all the girls wear bikinis?
July 6th, 2013  
Happy 4th! Sounds like a great beginning to your story.
July 6th, 2013  
I had to come back and look again :-) Very nice colors too
July 7th, 2013  
I had missed this shot when you posted it...this is cute and so summery. Love the crop, the colours and the bottomof the bikini. Well done.
July 7th, 2013  
love a good story. Thanks for sharing.
August 12th, 2013  
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