Today my darlin and I have been married for 26 years. He was my friend, before he became my sweetheart. And we have been best friends since we fell in love.

We were reflecting today on the last 26 years, and thinking of all that’s happened. Wonderful memories like, the birth of each of our four children. And the birth of our granddaughter. We talked about the places we’ve visited. The fun memories we have of seeing new things and sharing it with each other and our family.

Mingled in the fun and wonderful memories are all of the heartache and struggles we have had over the years. Some really hard things we have gone through together. Mostly though are the everyday frustrations of living in this world. At any given time in all our lives we are dealing with cars that break, children who are struggling and wanting us to give them the answer, financial difficulties, sickness and more. We have been challenged all along the way.

When I look back I am amazed at where we’ve been, and what we’ve accomplished, together.

I have a best friend, lover, sweetheart, and confidant that I have been able to share my journey with, a journey that is wonderful and challenging, a journey that will continue -forever!

I love you, darlin!

I am glad you’re mine!