When I said, "I do." I meant it. My example of what marriage was about was based off of what I saw in my Mom and Dad's marriage as I was growing into adulthood. I had no idea what marriage would bring in the reality of my own life. I had no idea that my own marriage would be what it is and would go through what it has gone through. I had no idea that three children would be created, birthed and nurtured in this marriage. I had no idea that I would relocate so often. I have learned as I have lived. Best to enjoy each day and lean on the Lord as He sees fit.
As I went through a cedar chest that houses my wedding dress, veil, shoes, dried bouquet, cake topper, and a few other items, my actual anniversary slipped by without posting about it. More pics to follow.
35 years ago on August 31st, 1974, I would marry my sweetheart and best friend.
Through the years sometimes he would be my sweetheart and sometimes my best friend. Sometimes, his face and voice are as comfortable to me as can be and other times I wonder what surprises we'll have to live through. I have learned what it means to enter into a covenant relationship. I have learned that so many others in this world ignore or are ignorant to what God meant when He said let NO man put asunder what God has joined together. When one is so busy doin' their own thang or holdin' hands with the devil, calamity will come. I would learn that it doesn't always take both husband and wife to break the promises or mistreat one another that cause injury, but would take three to mend, heal and keep the marriage together...husband, wife and Almighty God.
For now, I am in awe that 35 years have passed and we're man and wife.
More to follow,
~Deanna~
10 comments:
What a testimony to your love for each other and reliance on God to help you. Happy Anniversary and may the next decades shower you with the blessings and rewards of spending your life with the spouse of your youth who will share your old age.
Congratulations, Deanna and hubby! 35 years is an incredible feat in today's disposable marriage atmosphere. You are creating a legacy for your three children and their families. Here's to another 35 years and more...I wish for you, years of happiness and adventures, and most of all love and respect for each other.
Blessings,
Jane (Artfully Graced)
ps If you would like, you can read my post (June) re: my 33rd anniversary. Like you, we have 3 children, moved a lot, and a true faith that God walks with us every minute of every day.
Happy Anniversary to you and your husband. I wish you both many many more happy, healthy and wealthy years ahead. Enjoy your day.
Love & Hugs
Duchess
Happy belated anniversary and God bless you both in the years to come!
Dear D. Happy belated anniversary to you and Stonehouse. I so agree that commitment is a word that is not taken seriously like it once was. Or whatever is the case for some folks. I know things happen in marriages and I guess each one has to decide what they are willing to deal with. There is nothing that God won't help you through, if you keep the long range vision (the commitment) in sight. Blessings
QMM
Deanna,
Congratulations on your 35th wedding anniversary.
John and I have been married 33 years and I was married 9 years when I was really young.
I don't believe in divorce, but my first husband cheated on me, did drugs, and towards the end, hit me, left me, and wanted a divorce, and didn't support me or the three girls.
In God's mercy, forgiveness, and grace I was led to John and he and I have been blessed beyond belief, since he gave his life to the Lord, and I drew closer to Him.
I once was a crippled Christian and God healed me. He gave me hope and a future with John. (John had never been married, and he was 30 and I was 25 at the time)
Over these years we have shared 14 grandchildren together.(Three of them have gone on to be with Jesus)
During the loss of those precious grandchildren, God's grace and love have been sufficient.
We have an awesome God! Amen?
Congratulations again,
Linda @ Truthful Tidbits
Awww that's so sweet! Thank you for sharing your testimony. Can't wait to see pics!
Congratulations!
Congratulations on your 35 years of marriage! What a beautiful tribute to your marriage:). I enjoyed it!
Blessings,
Kim
Such a sweet post! Congratulations on your anniversary! God is very good, isn't He? :D It's incredible to be married for so many years nowadays...which is so sad. I'm so happy you are still together and still love eachother. It's a great example for me! :D Congrats again!
Courtney
Congratulations to 35 years together and how wonderful for you both and your Family.
In this day and age when a marriage can be of such a short duration it is so great to hear of a lovely couples like you.
I wish for many many more happy and healthy years for you together,
Blessings and hugs
Carolyn
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