For 11,689 days.
Yesterday, my hubby and I celebrated 32 years of marriage. For youngsters like us, that’s a lifetime. Okay, we’re not youngsters, but seriously, that’s a lot of days married. Fortunately for us, the good days have outweighed the bad.
As with most couples making this commitment, the two of us set out not at all sure of what life would bring us. We had hopes and dreams and a slight idea, and that’s it. As it turns out, life’s brought us plenty. Plenty to teach us lesson after lesson, that’s for sure. For the benefit of my young readers, I’ll share the two that stand out above the rest.
The first big lesson we learned very early on was that love was not going to be enough. That we would need mutual respect, sacrifice, compassion, patience, a lot of prayer, and some comedic relief to push through the rough and tough. You know, the “for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health” stuff.
The second big lesson came by way of Lauren and Danny. That’s when we really learned the overall meaning of “to love and to cherish, till death do us part.” Kids tug at the heart like nothing else does.
Fast forward 32 years and I’m not sure what new lessons life can teach at us at this point, but I do know Ray and I would like to learn them together. We thank God for these 11,689 days. May there be many more. Happy Anniversary, babe. ♥
What are you thankful for today?
Until next Thursday’s post…si Dios quiere.
“I love being married. It’s so great to find that one special person you want to annoy for the rest of your life.”
-Rita Rudner
“Some of the freckles I once loved are now closer to liver spots. But it’s still the eyes we look at, isn’t it? That’s where we found the other person, and find them still.”
-J. Barnes
“Marriage is not a word — it is a sentence.”
-Author Unknown
Happy anniversary to a beautiful couple. Inside and out! I thank God I have you two in my life. A great example of Gods love. May He continue to bless you with many more years of love, health and happiness. ❤️❤️ Cary
Thank you, Cary. We are very blessed to have you guys in our lives too. ♥♥
Happy anniversary love birds! May your union continue to be blessed and filled with love, joy and happiness. Cheers!
Thank you, Aileen.
That’s wonderful Connie. Congratulations to you both! May you celebrate yet another 32+ years together.
You have a beautiful family and yes, you certainly have plenty to be thankful for. 🙂
Thank you, Julie.
Love this post and especially the part that you need more than just love alone to make it.
Thanks, Ellen.
Love this post. I remember your wedding day. May you continue to make wonderful memories for many more happy, healthy years.
And I remember what a pretty bridesmaid you were. 🙂
So very thankful to have two WONDERFUL parents who are together and stronger than ever. It is a blessing nowadays and through thick and thin you both truly show me what I should deserve for my future. I love you both to death. Happy anniversary ❤️
Happy Anniversary!! and a belated Happy Birthday Connie!!
….Congratulations, Connie and Ray, on this first 32-year journey…and Bon Voyage on your next 32-year journey….with more lessons to be learned….more love to be shared…..and more anniversaries to be celebrated! Much love to you both…..Boop xoxo