Passages

“SMUG” a four letter word meaning self righteous complacency. Can also mean the feeling of superiority one gets from being a know-it-all… Quite a word huh?

Well, in my world at least, smug equals Anthony. Hahaha…

Let me backtrack a bit.

In 2005, my life went through a lot of changes. I quit my job, relocated to the US and took on the role of a house-wife. Major changes, lots of adjustment. Months after I entered the US, I felt the stirring of discontent. From a high-flying career person , I was not prepared to be literally “dependent” on my hubby. It was a bitter pill to swallow.

My days dragged. I felt restless and irritable. Was I ever the moody one those days!

And my hubby?

He did everything to help me out. We moved to our first apartment, got highspeed internet, new cell phones… After office, we would drive out to wherever I feel like going. And boy, did we go everywhere! He was so tired those days. But still, he wanted me happy, so…

But was I grateful?  Nah… I would pick fights. I would call him names. “SMUG, SMUG,SMUG” . It was as  if I was blaming him for all the insecurities I felt.

That was then…

I have long since adjusted to my new life - managing our household. I am now enjoying the time (and money…) I have on my hands.I am learning new stuff and getting into new hobbies. In fact, I may not go back to work so soon

To my hubby - thanks for putting up with me.

“SMUG” a four letter word meaning the love of my life, my best friend and partner in crime.

Happy New Year SMUG!