Today marks 18 years that we have been married. All of our belongings are packed in boxes and our house is strewn with signs that we're moving. It's a hot mess. Mark is throwing up, has the chills and no energy. We are broke. Needless to say, we are not celebrating in the traditional fashion.
But it IS a day for celebrating. Because 66 days ago I didn't know if we would be celebrating at all. I didn't know if instead of kissing my husband and telling him I love him if I'd be visiting his grave and mourning the loss of the next 18 years. While we didn't go to a nice romantic dinner and exchange sappy cards and token gifts that represent our love for each other, we are together to, at the very least, kiss and express our love for each other. Here's to 18 more...and then some. I love you, babe! Thanks for staying with me.
On a side note, I need to send a shout-out to my baby brother Tye and his awesome wife Paige for coming out and stripping some wire in the garage. We joked about having a family stripping party. We got quite a bit done, but there is still a lot to do. Our hands and backs are sore, we're stinky from sweating because of the heater, and we're loopy from breathing exhaust fumes. But that's what family is about. Being there for each other, especially during the crappy times. So here's to them...for spending my anniversary with me and helping me get some cash flow. Love ya!
Happy Anniversary! Know what your anniversary usually always falls close by? A girls weekend trip. Usually always around this time, huh? One day we'll all get together again for more than a few hours! So glad Mark's here to celebrate with you, even amidst the circumstances...
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary! What a wonderful blessing to have Mark with you (even though he doesn't feel well). Congrats on 18 years! May the 2 of you have way more than 18 years more!!!
ReplyDeleteLuv ya!