Monday, August 23, 2010

26 Wonderful Years!

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and Now!!!

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Today is our 26th wedding anniversary.  My love now for Stan is so much deeper and stronger than it was then.    We have weathered the storms of life, we have had our ups and downs but some how through it all have become a little better. 

“ A happy marriage and family is a 1,000 times greater than any happiness you can experience in this life”

Boyd K. Packer

I have experienced true happiness that’s for sure.  In my patriarchal blessing it tells me that “life will be sweet unto you”.  I think the Lord knew Stan would be the sweet part.  Reflecting on these past 26 years we have:

  • moved 11 times
  • been pregnant 13 times
  • given birth  to 6 extraordinary children
  • had 7 jobs
  • 35 plus callings in the church between the two of us
  • married off 2 beautiful daughters
  • sent 1 son on a mission
  • had 3 grandchildren
  • had one adventure after another
  • supported each other

I can’t wait for the next 26 years.  To spend eternity with MY perfect match  sounds like sure bliss. 

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Remember to keep kissing, dating, serving and loving unconditionally the one you love.

7 comments:

Angela said...

Oh I love my parents so much! I have been blessed tremendously by your healthy, happy, and strong marriage between the two of you. I feel blessed to be one of the kids lucky enough to be raised by the two of you. I hope you have a wonderful anniversary, and have many many more fun great years ahead!

PixieGirl said...

What an amazing journey you two have had so far together. How lucky your kids are to have a solid relationship to look to as they pattern their marriages after you! Love the pictures:)

Cari Savage said...

Happy Anniversary! The years go by so quickly but when you look at your list, you have been very busy and have accomplished wonderful things together. I enjoy you two so much and feel so blessed to be your visiting teaching partner! The pictures are awesome!

Jill said...

You were a cute couple back then, but you're even better looking now. Your life together (with all those ups and downs) has made you even better looking!

You and Stan have a truly great marriage, and it's and inspiration to Mike and I. Thanks for being our friends and letting us be a part of your lives. Happy Anniversary!

Brittney said...

You both are a wonderful couple and the greatest parents!!! I'm glad I've been there to witness some of the storms and comedies that you've been through. I love you both!!!

Chaoyi said...

Thank you for sharing this beautiful post. I enjoy hearing of your mutual affection with each other. You and Stan are truly great people.

Natalie said...

Congrats! You guys have a beautiful relationship and family! Thank you for being such a great example of amazing, loving couple.