Still in Love

Today marks 12 years of marriage with the only man I have ever loved. I can truly say each year I love my husband more. Even though we each find out more flaws about each other, I can say it is God who has kept this union intact. We celebrated our anniversary on Saturday in Laguna Beach. We had a great time hanging out at the beach and swimming at the pool. And even though it was less than 24 hours of just "us" time, I really cherished it.

 So just to keep it real.... No my husband isn't a hopeless romantic.... but I know he loves me. Ask me how I know? Because over the 12 years of being married he has tried to become a better husband. For example this year he said " on the way there lets just talk.... don't turn on the radio." I thought to myself, how sweet, then I panicked.... talk!? About what???! But I let him start the conversation and of course there was no problem after that. I can say over the years instead of falling into the trap of  letting little irritations ruin a good day, I have tried to look at the investment that could be made, instead of letting the devil take a withdraw.

So before this mini and I mean mini vacation, I decided to pray. Not that I don't usually pray for my marriage. But in my heart I knew that I had been very critical of my husband. Even though I think he is an awesome man of God and a great dad, funny, personable, generous, and just a fun person in general. I started to focus on the imperfections more than the good things. So I prayed, because I love my husband, and I received wise counsel years ago, which was this... you will never change your husband, but God can. And the truth is I love him just the way he is, because with my love and support  I know there is nothing he wouldn't do for me =)

Me and my Hubby