Replacing the Ring!

For my anniversary my amazing husband wanted to get me something special.Since my husband's wedding band got eaten by the dog we thought about replacing his ring and possibly getting me a new ring set to replace my currant ring. I already have a beautiful ring that he bought for me 15 years ago but we wanted to look at possibly getting a new one. On the advice of several friends we went to "Jared". I should have known that it was going to be expensive because when we walked in the door there were eager sales people waiting to assist us. Once a sales lady approached us she told us about the wonderful playroom they had for children. My older daughter Tatiana took our youngest daughter Bailee to the playroom to play while the sales lady explained the importance of buying a "Jared" diamond! After the video about diamonds, that I must say, I still didn't understand or really care about, the sales lady takes us over to the counter and starts showing us bands. I like the wrapped band so she pulled out one that I liked. She then proceeded to ask me what size diamond I wanted to try first in the wrap, reminding me that 1/2 carat would not be good enough for that particular band. I fell in love with the wrap and the 1.5 carat diamond ring. Then came the fun part, the price! The band was only $1800.00 but the diamond would be an additional $15000.00! Suddenly the thought of replacing my ring vanished very quickly!! I tried to lightly nudged my husband hoping that he would not show a reaction to the price. The sales lady quickly offered a lay away plan or financing. If I really wanted the ring I know that my husband would have made sure that I got it that is just how he is. He spoils me beyond reason and I love that about him. At the same time I can think of far more important things to spend $17000.00 on! So with that, no, I did not get the ring instead I got a deeper appreciation for the ring that I have worn for the past 15 years! The only thing that I don't like about my ring is that it is still in 2 pieces. I have never had the engagement ring and band sealed together. So for $29.00 I am finally getting that done. My husband said that in a strange way the sealing of my ring is like a symbol of the sealing of our family.