Two young, naive, country kids tied the knot.
I remember waking up with a cold sore on my chin and 2 monster zits on my chest. Believe it or not that didn't get me down, for it was my wedding day! We stood before family and friends and pledged ourselves to constant faithfulness and abiding love.
I moved from my parents house to my new married home. Suddenly there was laundry, groceries, and toilets to clean. What delight I took in these tasks initially, but the novelty wore off.
Soon came our first car and full time jobs to pay the bills. It was an exciting time of learning my profession, but the novelty wore off.
Next up was pregnancies, births and becoming a family. Someone I know once said, "Isn't this the best of life--right now?" I agree. We are smack dab in the middle of a balancing act between childrearing, work, home, school and church responsibilities. I can honestly say that even as we reach this 10 year milestone the novelty of family life has not worn off.
I love you, Dan! Thank you for giving me the life I dreamed of as a little girl. God is good, it He that has brought us here.
Happy Anniversary!
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Happy Anniversary guys!!!
Love ya!
Happy Anniversary!
You made it this far, just think of what lies ahead for the next 10 years!!! Happy 10th Anniversary!!!
Happy Anniversary!
You know you must be losing it when "the novelty of family life has not worn off"
You know, we are only about 1-1/2 years behind you but you are SOOOOOOO much older w/ your old kids and all! HA!
Congrats, And I was going to make tomorrow Dan's day, now I need someone else, maybe me and Cheryl since that will make 16.
Only 16 Cow? Mere childs play. Remember August 6, that will mark 24 for us.
Wow Dan looks so young. Chelle you don't look like you've aged at all. Congratulations.
Since we are tooting our anniversary horns. June 3 makes 12 years for Rob and I.
Your post gives me an idea...
yes.... Cow...what is your idea?
I know, Dan looks like a baby. I look a but chubby face.
Thanks for all the well wishes, friends.
you'll have to wait till tomorrows post to find out
what a tease!
Happy anniversary, Chelle and Dan!
Happy Anniversary, Dan and Michelle!!!
Yes, Happy Anniversary. I was thinking of you today! I'll be sure to give my husband a kiss in honor of our first kiss. Nice that we can share our birthday, names and a special event on the 23rd of May.
Happy Anniversary Dan and Chelle!
I can't believe it's been 10 years already and many of those years here on "the hill".
We love you both and are so proud of the wonderful family you have.
We wish you at least 50 more!
Have a great weekend celebrating in NYC!
Love Mom and Dad
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!! We love you both. Lots of Love Lia and Scott
Happy Anniversary! 10 years . . . ah, I remember my 10 year anniversary . . . it was so wonderful . . .
Oh, that's right, Mike was in Texas on business . . . so romantic!
Here's hoping your 10th is more exciting than mine was! NYC sounds like a blast!
Here's hoping our 12th is more exciting than our 10th! We celebrate this Saturday, the 26th!
Happy One Day Late Anniversary!
So Crazy that was so long ago. Nice pictures....especially the one that I took on the cruise of the back of you....LOL....that was taken on mistake. :) Good times.
Love you both!
awww. happy anniversary! michelle, you're the best sister-in-law ever (i can still say that) and i'm so glad you're a part of our family. i have wonderful memories of your wedding day and a certain bright red suit. congratulations on 10 years. love you guys-
ah yes, that red suit really made a lasting impression. We still remember it 10years later! I am so blessed to be part of this big, happy (most of the time) ;) family!
Happy Anniversary, but New York City? I could not be more proud of the two of you. (coming from me that is a great honor). I think on our 10th anniversary I wanted to go out the cottage, how special! I will now apologize in advance for what I teach your kids while you are gone. I don't know yet what it will be, but I am sure it will "not be right".
The big TEN. Congrats. (By the way, we went to Birch Run for ours last year ... a close second to New York.)
chelle,
i just have to say that your blog is way fun. your life seems to be quite exciting and you have some pretty interesting quips and insights. i always check out stacey's to get updates on the girls but had never looked at yours before today. i read all of your posts since you started it in one sitting! i either have no life or the boss was gone and we didn't want to do any work! keep up the good work!
i forgot to say happy belated anniversary too. i went to your wedding with heather dykema (holy blast from the past! ask stacey if she remembers) and we thought it was so cool. i think you were the first person who was sort of my age who got married and i couldn't wait to get married. i thought stacey's bridesmaids dress was the prettiest thing ever! 10 years later, not so sure about that. anyway, congrats!
That was so sweet! I remember your wedding day well - we were thrilled to be a part of it! Hope you had a great weekend in NY. Love you both!! Aunt Marva
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