being in encinitas without nicolaus was the first time since we got married (a year and a half ago) that we've spent anytime apart. and i officially have a whole new respect for people that do long distance on the regular. while we were dating, we lived in separate states for a little while...but only kinda cause i basically just moved to california that summer. ha, but after being together every single day and night for literally years (because before we were married we were spending every day together too) it was so strange to be separated. it made me realize all the little things i rely on him for and just kinda take for granted. i knew i would miss him but i think we were both a little surprised at how much we missed each other. when we fiiinally reunited (jk it was only four days) we definitely appreciated each other more. that was the best thing about spending time apart. that and the sushi date we went on after he picked me up from the airport. aaaand also this little playlist he made for me...