The Story Behind “With You”

November 30th, 2009 by Jim Chappell | Filed under Uncategorized.

I’ll be the first to admit I’m not the poster boy for the perfect long-lasting relationship! That’s a tall order for anyone these days of course, but some of us fare better than others when it comes to hanging in there through the emotional tests life brings our way.

And so here I am a single father these days. I’m a happy one, though, because I love my daughter dearly and wouldn’t trade having her around for anything. Her mother and I have separated and are doing a great job of being good parents, and treating each other with respect, dignity, and goodwill. Though we aren’t “together” now as a couple, I realize there has been a lot of love, passion, and strong connection that brought us together into each other’s lives in the first place. Life takes it’s own turns it would seem..

And so it goes; the complexity of learning unconditional love amidst the fire of unfulfilled expectations and deep change. My ex has taught me so much about myself; much of which has been uncomfortable at times to see and embrace, but nevertheless so very valuable!

And so I’ll sum up by saying this:

“Overall I am grateful and simply shrug my head with wonder at the circumstances life has given me through my connection with you. At this point it is what it is. Though the challenges still continue from time to time, you have given me more and made me a deeper, richer, more loving human being as a result of the time I have spent With You… Listen Here

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