That picture is a few years old. We were in Haiti on a missions trip with Healing Haiti. It was, by far, our best anniversary by any measure. Serving God, warm weather, years of spiritual growth together. And, a pretty awesome cake thanks to our friends.
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Thirty years ago we headed off to Lake Tahoe with a handful of friends. All of us active duty, all of us linguists. I’ve looked at that wedding picture in places I can’t even talk about, but always with a smile and a question: How did I get such a babe?
The answer is not that there was a huge dowry. Nor did we think we’d set the world on fire as a singing duo. Nope, we loved each other with an unreasoning passion. We had to get married or die. I sure felt that way. I think she did as well.
Now, after more speed bumps and obstacles than any couple should face, we can look back on thirty years together. We’ve both grown in Christ. I know I’ve grown in other ways, but you can fix that by purchasing larger sizes at Fleet Farm.
I consider myself blessed to have this good woman as my wife.
If you are considering marriage, or your marriage is in trouble, let me offer you some free advice: “For better or worse, in sickness and in health” means just what it says. Stick to your mate, tough out the bad times. Love each other and offer support when it gets dark and stormy rather than run out the door looking for a respite.
Be one. Be joined. Cleave unto each other.
It’s worked for us for three decades. I hope another three are on tap.
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