i want a love like that

it is really heartening to see how love can withstand the test of time. to not fad with the era, but to instead continue to burn brightly. it's so cute to see him asking her out, and them going for their yearly honeymoon. not that this love is without flaws; but even shouting matches are a sign of love... it means you both care enough not to give up on the relationship.

it takes a lot to live with a person and his or her flaws for close to 30 years, and even more to keep that love alive. and perhaps this is why i'm still searching... isn't this song from shrek 2 just so apt somehow?

I need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero 'til the end of the night
He's gotta be strong
And he's gotta be fast
And he's gotta be fresh from the fight
I need a hero
I'm holding out for a hero 'til the morning light
He's gotta be sure
And it's gotta be soon
And he's gotta be larger than life

--frou frou, HOLDING OUT FOR A HERO

have fun watching the fireworks on new year's eve together mum and dad... you two are so romantic, you make me envious!