Exactly 24 years ago this May Kevin and I fell madly in love. It was fast and furious and love was declared in just a month. There was something about our connection that stuck–like glue! Our first (well actually third) kiss happened on April 14. It was a quick peck on the cheek given in passing in an alley way in Florence, but it was a sign of affection that left us both realizing, hey, I’m in love! Fast forward to May, with a finale trip to a year abroad in Greece, when Kevin and I were parting ways since his flight back to Washington state was after mine. He took the shell that was tied around his neck and put it on me. It was a small gesture, but one filled with love. I cherished that shell and wore it always–until that fateful day during a senior year university class.
I was wearing a large wool sweater–one to keep me warm outdoors, but one that made me sweat in the overly heated classroom. I took off my sweater and continued to pay attention to class. It wasn’t until hours and hours later that I realized my lovely shell was missing from my neck. I was devestated. Yes, it was such a simple gift, but it was Kevin’s first gift, taken off his neck and given to me while we were parting ways after a month of fast love.
Shells are definitely having a moment style wise. They’re everywhere! So when I saw this shell dangling from a chain at Zara, I scooped it up. It’s not exact: it never could be, but it sure is close! It even has the similar black stripe along the side. I had to have it–BACK! And now years later, the love story continues….
Published by