a knowing grin

yesterday joel asked me how my day was. i replied that i'd just sat around and read while the boys played at the pool. i'm baby-sitting this week.

joel asked me what i read. i replied, "a tree grows in brooklyn."

and joel got this knowing grin on his face.

and my heart melted.

he knows that's my favorite book. he recently asked me what it's all about and listened to my far-too-long explanation. he knows i've read it at least six times.

that grin was an outstanding gift. and what it meant is a gift in itself...

to be known by the love of my life, my best friend, is the most amazing feeling.