For keeps.

I’m disappointed that life has recently gotten in the way of photography and blog posts. But I couldn’t let today pass by without a tribute to the Mr. – a guy who barely even raises an eyebrow when I suggest we spend our anniversary touring abandoned buildings. And who doesn’t even complain when I order him to pose beside various busted windows.

More than ever, Mr. – for reasons far deeper and more plentiful than I’ve mentioned here – I’m so grateful to have you by my side. Happy anniversary 💕

Staircase detail, former Gibson School, Hamilton

Interior, former Gibson School, Hamilton

Banister detail, former Gibson School, Hamilton

Looking out, former Gibson School, Hamilton

Redrum, former Cannon Knitting Mills, Hamilton

Headshot in a dilapidated factory? Why not? Former Cannon Knitting Mills, Hamilton

Fallen sink, former Cannon Knitting Mills, Hamilton

Industrial scale (and greeting), former Cannon Knitting Mills, Hamilton

Interior door detail, former Cannon Knitting Mills, Hamilton

Won’t you sit down? Former Cannon Knitting Mills, Hamilton

Window light, former Cannon Knitting Mills, Hamilton

 

Wish list.

Here are a few desirable qualities in a husband:

✅ He’ll leave the last slice of cheesecake/cup of coffee for you.

✅ He’ll tickle your children until they lay like giant, limp slugs on the carpet, breathless with joy.

✅ He’ll remember to ask you how your meeting/test/doctor’s appointment went.

✅ He’ll willingly attend a musical with you, even though he will almost certainly fall asleep or die of boredom.

✅ He’ll get out of bed and look after the child/feline who decides that 4 a.m. is a beautiful hour to start the day.

✅ He won’t get irritated because you made and posted pictures of him wandering off alone, deep in thought.

Happy birthday, Husband. Thanks for all you do 💓