Anyone who’s heard me talk about my boyfriend Santiago knows that he wasn’t what I was looking for “on paper”. But from the moment we met, the chemistry couldn’t be ignored or contained. And although we’ve had a quarrel or a bickering moment every now and then, this guy honestly inspires me to no end. Yes, he has his idiosyncratic quirks like:
1. He laughs at Baskin Robbins commericals.
2. He walks four blocks for a Chase ATM that charges $1.99 as opposed to going to the ATM below his apartment that charges $2.00.
3. Folds his underwear in little Nazi-like squares.
4. Loses his chapstick every other day so we constantly have to buy packs of them on a weekly basis.
5. And his favorite color is white.
And yet, despite all of the above, he inspires me. He inspires me to stop and breathe. He inspires me to slow down. He inspires me to be me, only better. Santiago has the ability to find the beauty in the little things. You know how I discovered his talent? (Oooh, don’t be dirty!) It was in his photography. Hand me a camera and I’ll bring you photos of slutty men on the streets of New York City showing off their manly bulges (where ever they may be: arms, pants, etc) or photos of badly-dressed people to make fun of them later. Don’t judge. But him, after only one photo lesson, his passion for photography grew and he returned home with an amazing array of photos that looked like they were taken outside of Manhattan and.
Out of all his photos, three really stood out which captured his innocent way of seeing life in this hustle and bustle town we call New York City.
1. A colorful butterfly that looked lonely on a tree branch until he came up and discovered it.
2. A tiny ant carrying a piece of watermelon back home.
3. A close-up shot of delicate flower petals near the Brooklyn Bridge .
And so I give all the daters out there Nandoism #68: Even if they don’t seem “good on paper” at first, don’t discredit them so early on, they might shine their creative sexy powers on you later in the game.
Amazing Post! You too are both lucky to have found one another! And your man is hot…you forgot to put that down…
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Oh yeah, he’s a major hunk! (Hands Off!)
to late!
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I’ve seen some of the pictures you’ve posted on your facebook page. He does have a talent for capturing the beauty in the things we take for granted.
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Yeah, he’s got a gentle manner about him. Very smooth, calm, and serene. Total opposite of ME! Help us ALL!
LMAO!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE. THIS. POST. I agree! on paper and in person are two VERY different things.
P.s.- This is exactly me and my bf. He’s the smooth,calm, and serene. Quiet storm.And I’m the torrential maelstrom of a witch. Balance? Definitely.
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Ahhh…..man you really inspire hope in me that love like this exists! It’s so beautiful all of those qualities. I am so so so happy for you both!
You are the best! How are things going with you-know-who?
There is NOTHING wrong with people who can’t keep up with chapstick. We’ve just got too much going on in the magical wonderlands that is our brains to keep up with such tings.
He sounds like a great guy, Nando and I bet you two bring out the best in each other.
Despite that he makes me walk four extra blocks–out of the way–for a penny, he’s a smashing guy!
Quirks are the best part…I heart this post…it almost…kinda…just a tiny tiny…for a split second…makes me think about the awesomeness of relationship for myself…and that my friend…is a HUGE feat…top notch!
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Yeah, I dig ‘em. I noticed a few new ones this weekend! hehehe
Awww..I am so happy for you both..ok Roman wants to watch a video of you..which one is G?
Thank you–and leave it to you to make my comment section into a message board! Haha. He can watch my 5min video page! Or my food reviews.
I love #2 on the quirks list- cracks me up. Without sounding too sappy, I want to say that you inspire me. I write in various venues including my own blog but I purposely keep my personal life at a distance. You, on the other hand, base everything you write about here on your own life experience. I applaud you being willing to be so vulnerable without pretense and in a manner that draws us all in to make us love you and root for you. Keep doing your thang sexy mexy!
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It’s not an easy thing–but you know it heps me–because it keeps me accountable for my feelings. I never had a huge audience before and now, and it makes it hard to post personal stuff–but I chug along, what else do I know? Besides, I’m Mexican–gotta broadcast my business! Thanks for reading.
There is NOTHING better than having someone in your life that inspires you. Santiago sounds like a keeper!
XKB
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Thanks KB. He’s my little cutie patootie! And guess what? He’s learning to cook…JUST FOR ME!
There is NOTHING wrong with people who can’t keep up with chapstick. We’ve just got too much going on in the magical wonderlands that is our brains to keep up with such tings.
+1
hahha! Rock on buddy! you should start a club, I know someone who can be your VP! heheh
There is NOTHING wrong with people who can’t keep up with chapstick. We’ve just got too much going on in the magical wonderlands that is our brains to keep up with such tings.
+1
What? There’s more of you out there? I’m scared now.
I think you are hitting on a very subtle point, the boyfriend (or girlfriend) we fall in love with will not always be the same person a month, year, and in my case 15 years down the road. True love watches the changes and growth (hopefully) and revels in it and adapts where necessary. I love reading these posts about you and Santiago.
Child, I’m not sure what will happen 15 years from now…all I know is that he’s taking me to see Shrek this week and that’s all the future I need. ;0)
Such wise words! My BF is also not so great on paper, but IRL he is amazing. I’d love to see his photos! Great post—thx for the reminder. xo
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You can click on the link in the post–I’ve linked it to his photo account. His pics are there; it’s some sweet stuff. And yeah, I need a reminder here and there–so feel free to throw me a nudge every once in a while.