17 Amazing Years

Happy Anniversary Baby!

Another year...we have seen so many challenges and obstacles in our 17 years of marriage, but with each one, we have come out stronger...better. This year has been no exception. I believe that we are a much better couple because of the fire we've endured and our perseverance & determination to keep on loving each other...even when its tough.

This next year will be equally challenging. You'll be on the other side of the globe while me and the kids carry on with life on the homefront...but there are some things I know for sure....

...that you love me, always
...that you are an amazing man
...that we are an incredible couple
...and that I will always love you...more!

Thank you for being my biggest fan..for supporting me in everything I try to do. Thank you for putting up with my mood swings...even when some of those are directed at you. I love you to the moon...and I can't wait to see what the next 17 years will bring our way! We're going to write a book someday about all of it ;)

I love you! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!

Happy 16th Anniversary

Today is our 16th Wedding Anniversary. I think back to the day we were married...a day that was full of excitement, anxiety, intimdation. I had absolutely no idea how to be a wife, or for that matter, even how to love...but you were so patient and understanding. You have always loved me unconditionally and you waited patiently for God to work in my heart until I could return that love. I'm so thankful that you did. I honestly think that we have one of the best marriages around. We've seen our share of heartaches and hard times, but we've also experienced immense joy and laughter and good times. Just last night I was trying so hard to be stern with you because you had frustrated me and you had me laughing before I could even explain why I was angry. Sometimes you exasperate me, but I love you! These have been a hard 16 years...but I wouldn't trade them for anything.

Happy Anniversary baby....here's to the next year of life, love, and laughter!