June 20, 2009 ~ A Very Happy 29th Anniversary
Twenty-nine years ago I was a bride, just 18 years old. Imagine that! Who would’ve ever thought it could work out between two kids so young and in love? Well, we did – that’s who! John and I were made for each other – and I literally believe that. I believe that God made him for me because he is everything I’ve ever needed or wanted in my life as a husband. He’s kind and patient with me, and time has only come to prove just how perfectly God loves me by giving me such a wondrous gift twenty-nine years ago.
This past year has been difficult on him. I can see that. He wants to “fix it,” but he can’t and that grieves him more than even I probably know. But I can see it in the way he looks at me, in the way he earmestly prays for me, in the many ways he reminds me that he thinks I’m beautiful even when I feel ugly from all the ravages of chemo. He’s my man, and he wants to protect me – and knowing that it is the desire of his heart to do so means all the world to me.
There were a lot of things we wanted to do to celebrate this anniversary: a carefree little getaway, a fancy dinner out. But it wasn’t possible just now because of the downside of that sacred vow “in sickness and in health,” so we put that plan on hold and did what we could to celebrate – breakfast at a pretty hotel nearby because mornings are the best time of day right now for me. Hot coffee, fried eggs (over medium,) and the love of my life to share it with. Ahhhh, bliss.
I’m happy just to be in his company. And isn’t that what it means to be in love?
Happy anniversary Aunt Lori and Uncle John!! we love you guys!!
Happy 29th Anniversary, Lori! I wish you both all the best.
Wow Lori!
This blog could serve as a primer for all the young couple in our church in communicating what a Godly marriage and relationship ought to be like! I plan to encourage all our couples to read this entry next Sunday, June 28th at Bethany Church. Happy Aniversary! On Sunday Shirlon and I will celebrate our 29th as well!
Your brother in Christ,
May God to cont. to bless your marriage in the years to come! Happy 29 years!
“I’m happy just to be in his company. And isn’t that what it means to be in love?”
Lori,
That is love it a nutshell. Not that that kind of love can fit in a nutshell or any other container. I thank God for the example who and your husband are living in front of everyone you know, and many more who read this blog. After all is said and done, no matter what we face in life, love is what matters.
Diane