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Mr. Peppermint & I are fortunate to have kids who are a part of our lives (three of whom will be in the wedding : two wonderful 7 year old cousins of mine will be our ring bearers, and the delightful 4 year old daughter of a dear friend/teacher of mine will be our flower girl).
As I’ve seen these kids grow and change it’s got me thinking of how kids develop. I asked my mom the other day what age is the age where a child develops into who they will become. More specifically, does the core personality become “fixed”? My mom didn’t hesitate to say that she felt like they constantly evolve through their experiences and it never ends–even through adulthood. I couldn’t help to ask if she thought I’d changed since I’ve been with Mr. Peppermint. Without even a thought she affirmed that I have (in all positive ways!).
My relationship with Mr. Peppermint has had a profound impact on me. We both have grown up in these (almost!) five years and I think we’ve both changed each other. Not only have we introduced each other to new interests, but we’ve also challenged each other’s beliefs.
Do you think your significant other has shaped you? In what ways? Are they all positive? 
I’m probably more aware of my impatience than I was before I started living with a really, really patient guy. I definitely look at travel a different way, too: from his example, I’ve moved beyond the quest for souvenirs (and other “stuff”) to a quest for novel experience.
Sarah- lol! I’m sometimes acutely aware of my impatience too!
I find myself more aware of my responsibility to my family as a whole. I am more grounded it some things (for instance, I don’t impulse-buy as much anymore, which I am heartily glad about!). I am kinder, too. I can be a real b*tch, but I have really changed my ways.
I think the biggest change has been in my attitude towards relationships. Love is a way of life, and it does change like the tide. We are a partnership, and a strong one at that. We move forward together, step by step. Sometimes we falter. But my life is not just mine!
If you’ve ever been in an incompatible relationship, gone through the heartbreak of losing it, then found someone you’re truly compatible with, you realize pretty quickly how much your partner impacts your personality.
My FH and I were talking this weekend about how much closer we are now than even when we got engaged just over a year ago — we’re just shy of seven weeks till our wedding day, and seem to be in this wonderfully positive spiral - I’ll say/do something loving, he’ll be touched, say/do something loving, I’ll be touched — and the relationship itself seems to take on a new, wonderful, life of its own.
I can honestly say I’ve never been this happy — I’ve heard brides complain about their grooms this close to the wedding, and I really feel for them. Grant’s been nothing but 100% involved, and he’s already looking forward to throwing a big party for our 10th wedding anniversary!
Heh…I used to be fiercely independent and now I find myself relying on Mr Corn way more than I ever though I could open myself up to do.
Great topic! I find that I follow my “dreams” a bit more than befroe the FH. I always said I would take a painting class, or that cooking class or whatever it may be. The FH now pushes me beyond just saying “I want to ” to actually doing something. Its nice to have a partner that appreciates my need to continue to grow and learn.
On the not so positive side, we both have a tendancy to be lazy about the house work. We tend to feed off of each others laziness. But in the scheme of things, thats not too bad!
i’m more like miss corn. i used to be miss independent and miss bossy even. i was always right! but now, i find that i bend to the will of my htb because of the sheer respect and trust that i have in him. and with that, i’m definitely a lot more relaxed and playful and fun-loving.
I have a son that we included in our wedding. We made sure that he knew he was a big part of our special day. We did a medallion ceremony with specially crafted vows between the JP, fiance & I and my son. He was also my husbands best man. He was such a meaningful ceremony. Everyone commented about how meaningful it was and that it wasn’t just an event, but an experience. I don’t think I saw a dry eye.
Anyway, my son is 9 (almost 10 he’d say) and it’s been an interesting journey, blending families and all. We’ve only been married a month, but we’ve already seen our challenges. In many ways, kids shape our lives and give so much richness to our lives.
Good luck with your planning!
We’re including a dear friend’s 7 year old daughter as our flower girl — I’m thrilled as I’ve known her all her life.
I am sure that Mr. Onion and I have changed each other for the better. He has enabled me to take life less seriously and not get so upset about things I can’t control. We just have so much fun together. And I’ve taught him about music and really gotten him out of his shell.
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Miss Peppermint, LA/Palm Springs Age and Occupation: 23, Actress Fiance's Age and Occupation: 24, Web Producer Engagement Date: October 21, 2006 Wedding Date: December 2007 Blogging Since: July 2, 2007 Venue: historic estate overlooking the heart of Palm Springs About Me: I am a Southern California native who enjoys cooking, writing, travel and all things in the arts. Mr. Peppermint and I met in college and he proposed on our four year anniversary in one of our most special places, Joshua Tree National Park. We're having a destination wedding in Palms Springs that will incorporate tradition as well as reflect our personalities!
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