10 Years Already??

 

 

That just doesn't seem possible! But, it is true, 10 years ago today Jeff and I were married.
What do I remember about that day?

I remember being told the District Superintendent who was supposed to perform our ceremony may not be there, his son's house caught on fire the night before. But, very calmly I asked my Grandfather if he would stand-in if necessary, he graciously agreed.

I remember my cousin, Rachelle, being there. It was the first time I had seen her since we were little girls. It was such a special day because she was there.

I remember sitting and getting my hair done in the church nursery and watching Veggie Tales, yes, you read that right!

I remember a special moment with Jeff's mom when she gave me the handmade wedding album, it was very special and very beautiful.

I remember my mom putting on my veil and how excited and overcome with joy she looked.

I remember my sister bursting in to tears because my dad told her he loved her...just before she walked down the aisle as my maid of honor.

I remember Jeff's face when he saw me walk through the doors and the overwhelming love I felt for him at that moment.

I remember my dad's kiss he gave to me before he 'gave me away.'

I remember my dearest friends in the world - Adam, Alison, and Janel singing to us the songs we picked out ('Household of Faith' and 'If you could see what I see'). How true they were then and how true they still are.

I remember Jeff kissing me at the wrong time...we were supposed to light the unity candle...oh well, had to kiss again!

I remember the wedding party holding up cards with numbers on it, representing how well we kissed at our reception.

I remember all the guys in the wedding party with their sunglasses on.

I remember the wonderful slideshow my mom and Jeff's mom put together...lots of funny pictures!

I remember Jeff and I both had lots of hair! Mine is now short, Jeff's is now gone!

I remember my car and what my 'friends' did to it! :) Just kidding, it was great!

I remember wondering what the future held for us, what God's plan for us was.

Over all, I remember just how special the day was and how having our dearest friends and family there made it even more special.

Now, 10 years later, our lives look nothing like that WE had thought and planned, but I wouldn't change any of it for the world. What we have done and been through has only made us stronger, made our love stronger, and made us who we are today. Sure, there were times, even recently that we didn't know what God was up to. But, He has always been faithful to us and never let us walk through those times alone.
We are so excited to see where God will lead us next. These last 10 years have been such a wonderful journey and I can only imagine what the next 10 will be like. What ever comes, it will be much more fun with Jeff by my side!

(check out the blog about Hannah's birthday, I found some old pictures of her I scanned.)