I am not the most conventional person you could ever hope to meet. My husband found this out shortly after we started dating, when he sent me a dozen red roses. They were beautiful and I loved the thought, but I knew I had to tell him that I would much rather receive a potted plant.

I do not really like flowers, as they always die. I prefer something that I can keep alive and have the reminder of his love for me every day, not just for a week. He was not offended and has given me many beautiful plants since then.

I have many little quirks like this one, but I think that they all have good reasons behind them. For instance, rather than getting a gift certificate for me to go to the spa, he took a massage class. He knew I would appreciate this more as the gift was truly lasting. I am so glad that I have found someone that understands me and loves me for the way that I am.