This is Memorial Day. For obvious reasons, it's a day of somber reflection for those who gave their all.
However it's also a special day for Don and me: It's our 35th anniversary!
It's been three and a half decades since we stood in front of the minister in my parents' backyard and took our vows.
The result has been 35 of rock-solid love and commitment. Together, we've achieved many of the goals we wanted: Wonderful children rural living, independence. But more than that, God gave me the ultimate life-long companion. I don't know why I am so blessed, but there you go.
Ten years ago, on our 25th anniversary, Don surprised me with a love letter he posted on this blog without my knowing. Then, as now, it brings tears to my eyes. Go read it here. It remains one of my most precious gifts.
My biggest prayer is I get to spend another 35 years with this man. Happy anniversary to my dear husband.
I'm 88, so forgive me if I get some details wrong. But the headstone you show is the result of a reader's search for your lost relative. I forget where the cemetery is but it's in Europe. I was, at the time, in touch with my cousin who was a bomber tail-gunner who had been shot down in the North Sea. Prior to their rescue, he had seen two crew members slide quietly beneath the water. Your pictures showed the cemetery for those lost in northern waters. It gave him great comfort knowing where their resting place was. We never know where the simplest of our deeds will take us. All good wishes for the next 35 years. Julia
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary, and may you have many more years together!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary you and Don! Today is my husband’s and my. 50th, and still going strong!
ReplyDeleteWoot! Congratulations!
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HappyAnniversary! You and Don are a very lucky couple.
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary folks. Time goes by so fast when life is good.
ReplyDeleteJune 4th will be number 64 for us. Still going strong, enjoying our home, travel in our motorhome, and just plain spending time together. Keep busy with our one acre yard and market garden. Everyday is a gift from GOD.
Patrice & Don, Happy Anniversary.
ReplyDeleteMy husband & I celebrated our 40th anniversary in September.
Debbie in MA
Happy Anniversary, and congratulations! There’s nothing in the world like a quiet love.
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