Bill drove down to San Diego with his parents that Memorial Day Weekend. Deb drove into the parking lot of Mercy Hospital. Both about to embark on a new life, a new journey, a new hope. Bill saw Deb exit the elevator and head toward the pre-op room where we'd both worked so hard to finally get to...Bill feeling unsure, but determined...Deb feeling scared, but focused. In a few days, we'd both allow the same surgeon to change our bodies and we'd begin a healing process and fresh start.
We woke up the next day on the same floor, feeling the same pains & exhilaration. We spent that week chatting, supporting and caring for each other. We left Friday with no means of communication with one another. Deb contacted our Doctor's office and reconnected them both. A few internet chats ahead and it was clear that something special had been orchestrated. They have been inseparable since!
Our Engagement Weekend: Time passed and new adventures lay ahead. Bill planned for a weekend getaway. Deb awoke to a note beside her in bed that said..."Get up my love, pack for a weekend adventure to remember." They landed on Silver Strand Beach that afternoon, waves crashing, seagulls fluttering and a picnic basket to share under the sun. The Manchester Hyatt prepared an executive three door Suite fit for royalty...an unbelievable room & night ahead. Below outside the front doors awaited a lighted horse drawn carrige and a night under the stars that neither would ever forget. Bill said to her..."something is missing from your life and I want to fill it...let me be your husband and we'll grow old together forever"...she said YES! A evening walk among the firepits and a sparkling diamond ring...life would soon to be changed for both! |