Ten years ago today, I married the man of my dreams. I married my best friend. I married a man who loves the Lord, and who desires to please Him in all that he does. I never knew marriage could be so sweet. Thank you, God, for this gift!
As a surprise (and Joel knows that I LOVE surprises), my amazing husband made some amazing plans so we could celebrate. He told me to save the night so I wouldn't make other plans, but little did I know he had some wonderful things up his sleeve.
First of all, and any woman with children knows what a blessing this is, he made plans for a babysitter! Not just for a romantic dinner, but for a whole night and day! Thanks to our precious friends, Scott and Jennifer, who handle our crew and their own with grace and confidence! What a gift to have friends who celebrate with you, and in such a practical way!
With the kids in safe keeping, Joel whisked me away, downtown, and took a circuitous route so that I wouldn't know immediately we were heading to the most beautiful bed and breakfast you have ever seen. We have admired this bed and breakfast for 10 years, and we kept saying, "We have got to stay there!" As we were shown to our room, I was greeted by gorgeous flowers and chilled champagne. This is so over the top, so not what we do, and so much fun! I felt so thought for, so planned for, so loved!
We walked to an amazing restaurant where he had made reservations. After I picked up my jaw from looking at the prices, I turned to him to protest such extravagance, and he said, "Regan, we have been married for ten years. We never do this type of thing. We are going to celebrate!" With that loving admonition, I ordered the lobster...as an appetizer! I learn quick.
This morning we sat on the most amazing porch, reading the paper and drinking coffee, two of our very favorite things to do, for a ridiculous amount of time. It was bliss.
God is so good. I do not deserve the love of this man. Joel, there is no one I admire or respect more than I do you. Being your wife is blessing upon blessing. The words on our wedding program are even more beautiful than they were then: "O Lord, You are my God; I will exalt You and praise Your name, for in perfect faithfulness You have done marvelous things, things planned long ago." Isaiah 25:1
I love you!
what a sweet husband! and way to go ordering the lobster! :) that was TRUE celebrating!
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