25 years of marriage (30 years together) has been a journey filled with many highs and, at times, even more lows. From the early days of dreaming together to navigating the challenges of raising children, we’ve faced trials that often felt heavier than those we’ve seen others endure. Children bring joy, but also sleepless nights and chaotic days, often leaving little time for us. Needless fights became part of our story, always leading to regret and remorse. In the midst of life’s demands, stolen moments with each other became precious—time to reconnect and remember our shared purpose.
Despite the struggles, our love has only grown stronger. It’s a deep, unique bond—cemented by faith and shaped by the trials we’ve overcome. As we celebrate 25 years, I take pride in the fact that we overcame challenges that made us who we are, and I look forward to continuing this journey together, bound by a love blessed by God that will last forever.
But we’re not done yet. For the next 25 years, there are still things we ought to work on. My zero-to-twenty temper which flares too quickly. Your sleep apnea (snoring!) sawing logs that loud could make Sleeping Beauty awake! My itchy fingers with experience insist on helping in your kitchen—hey, you love to cook, so I’ll let you have at it! Most importantly, I want to have the ability to be vulnerable, break down walls, and truly open up. I'm sure your list is longer... I know how much you love your lists. We'll face together, just as we have faced everything else, with love, patience, and grace.
