8 Years of Marriage, back post

On July 10th, Drew and I celebrated 8 wonderful years of marriage.  Funny thing is, someone who will remain nameless, forgot about our anniversary.  And their name is NOT Drew.  Yeah, that's right.  It was me!  Summertime is a bit more carefree and the days all run together, not to mention I don't keep tract of the dates to well.  And this summer, in particular, I have had a lot on my mind, but regardless, those are all excuses.  And in the end, I forgot.  But by the time it came to celebrating that evening, I was prepared with card, gifts, and dessert in hand.

In the end, it was kind of nice that I didn't anticipate our anniversary like I do every other year.  Typically I try to plan it down to the minute, asking lots of questions--What are we doing?  Are we eatting out or am I cooking?  What do you want?--Oh and the usual, here is what I want you to give me.  Obviously such a routine leaves little opportunity for surprise.  And this anniversary was full of just that.  Surprises!

In the end Drew made dinner, and got me several thoughtful gifts.  Some for me, some for us, and a few longterm gifts we know are coming up in the months ahead--like a deck, firepit, concert tickets, etc.  Things we can look forward to.

But my favorite gift of all, so impressed by this one I was, was this book below.  In this book, Drew wrote down all the special memories he has about our relationship.  From that very first date we had back in the summer of 2008 till this specific moment, our 8th anniversary!  There were plenty of blank spots where I could write my own memories or thoughts, and his hope is it is something we can continue over the upcoming days, months, and even years as our relationship continues to age and grow.  I remember all the silly, but special notes we use to pass back and forth in high school, so this journal was especially important to me, and will be even more so over the years.

Thanks Drew for an amazing anniversary!  What a blessing it has been to have you in my life for these 8 years of marriage, but also the 14 years we have known each other and been together as a couple.  I love you more today then I ever have before, and I know this love for you will continue to grow with each passing year.  Thanks for all you do for me, and our family.