...today I promised God to love one man in sickness and in health, rich or poor, until death do us part. I have always viewed my vows to Stan as a vow to God which I do not take lightly. In 31 years there have been MANY ups and downs, changes, arguments, apologizing, laughing, holding of hands (through happy and sad times), hugs and kisses. Last year, on out 30th anniversary, our wonderful children surprised us by coming to town, taking us to dinner, and giving us a night out on our own, then time with them again the next day before they all had to leave to go home. We were blown away by their generosity and love. Then in April, God provided a marriage cruise for us to go on. The time together and the scenery was amazing. Both events are imprinted on our hearts and will be talked about as great memories for years to come. Fast forward..........today, our 31st anniversary, we will go and pick up Mark's truck from being repaired (new transmission, not one of the happy times) and go to the Trackside Grill for a nice quite dinner. But, it doesn't matter as long as we are with each other. I know this sounds a little sappy but it's my anniversary and I'm feeling sappy :) For you bottom line people, here's the point...... How did we get here? Three things to remember, 1) Love God MORE than you love your mate, 2) Grow yourself in the Lord and let the Lord grow your mate, and 3) Forgive, Forgive, Forgive and Forgive again. What's next? On to year #32 :)
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Excellent post! And full of Truth and wisdom. Bottom line: that's how it is - happy/sad, rich/poor, argue/agree, sickness/health....David had to put my socks on my feet last night because I've hurt my back. He was digging deep in his "mercy pocket" to do that for me! Ha! But that's because we also have applied your 3 points: 1.Love God more that each other. 2.Be responsible to maintain our own relationship with God and don't try to be the Holy Spirit in each other's life. 3. Forgive, ad infinitum. Thanks for the post. It has made my day!
Yeah! :) Congrats Aunt Kim. :)
Happy Anniversary! Mama, you're a better writer than you give yourself credit for=) So proud to say you both are my parents. Thanks for leading an example worth following. Love you both!
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