To my love and best friend,
Ten years ago you chose me. You will never understand how incredibly blessed you made me feel on that day, standing in front of our family and friends in the intense heat. You held my hand, nervously recited your vows, which were adorably scribbled on a paper napkin, and expressed your love and commitment to me and our future together.
And every day since, we have both chosen to wake up next to each other and navigate through life together. Some days have been rockier than others. We definitely have had our share of fights, crying, struggles and failures. We have had to find solutions to many problems, especially, when a resolution seemed to feel impossible or the puzzle piece (or refrigerator) didn't fit. We have tested each other over and over, and yet, we have found a way to support and lift each other so that our marriage could succeed.
We have also had our moments of pure bliss. We have created, birthed and worked hard to raise two incredible little humans who are kind, empowered and happy. We have traveled the world together and discovered beauty in others cultures, traditions and cuisines. We have allowed each other space to grow and succeed, be that in our careers, as individuals or mutually as a couple. We have encouraged each other to keep reaching and chasing after our dreams. And through much of this craziness, we have continued to make each other laugh. We are lucky to have such an amazing and blessed life.
After ten years, I can attest that marriage isn't perfect, nor is it easy. But it is a choice. It is a choice to come home every night and give it your all even when times are hard; especially when times are hard. It is a choice of seeing the good or the bad. It is choice of listening or ignoring. It is a choice of being right or being happy. It is a choice of giving your partner what they want or need instead of what you think they want or need. It is a choice of giving in or digging in your heals. A choice of letting go or holding on. A choice of forgiving or resenting. And it is a choice of trying again or throwing in the towel. Some days these are not easy choices, but when made vulnerably and authentically, our love and commitment will grow stronger day by day.
As we enter a new decade of marriage, I am sure that we will face so many new challenges, adversities and adventures. As long as we continue to "choose" each other, I know that all of our hopes and dreams will continue to come true. As I vowed to you on our wedding day, I promise to love you with all that I am and all that I will be. I am yours completely and forever. Thank you for choosing me! I love you so much!
We have also had our moments of pure bliss. We have created, birthed and worked hard to raise two incredible little humans who are kind, empowered and happy. We have traveled the world together and discovered beauty in others cultures, traditions and cuisines. We have allowed each other space to grow and succeed, be that in our careers, as individuals or mutually as a couple. We have encouraged each other to keep reaching and chasing after our dreams. And through much of this craziness, we have continued to make each other laugh. We are lucky to have such an amazing and blessed life.
After ten years, I can attest that marriage isn't perfect, nor is it easy. But it is a choice. It is a choice to come home every night and give it your all even when times are hard; especially when times are hard. It is a choice of seeing the good or the bad. It is choice of listening or ignoring. It is a choice of being right or being happy. It is a choice of giving your partner what they want or need instead of what you think they want or need. It is a choice of giving in or digging in your heals. A choice of letting go or holding on. A choice of forgiving or resenting. And it is a choice of trying again or throwing in the towel. Some days these are not easy choices, but when made vulnerably and authentically, our love and commitment will grow stronger day by day.
As we enter a new decade of marriage, I am sure that we will face so many new challenges, adversities and adventures. As long as we continue to "choose" each other, I know that all of our hopes and dreams will continue to come true. As I vowed to you on our wedding day, I promise to love you with all that I am and all that I will be. I am yours completely and forever. Thank you for choosing me! I love you so much!
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