Cheers, To More Lasting Marriages!

On this upcoming Sunday, May 18^th, I will have been married for 12 years. With each passing year, I’m overwhelmed come Anniversary time, simply because I’m grateful beyond measure. I wonder how I got so lucky.  I’m fortunate to still like my husband, as a friend, making everything else a bonus. Let’s be honest, I’m fortunate, he still likes me because we know this doesn’t work one sided. I’m lucky to like my in-laws, to not have a worry in the world. Because I believe, we can overcome any obstacle together.

Be encouraged! My feelings are typically associated with “new love”, when everything is wonderful and before the relationship has been tested. I can tell you from experience; that feeling doesn’t have to end, during or after tests. Tests of your relationship do not always mean ultimatums or infidelity.  You are two people who will change and grow as individuals, meaning your relationship will constantly evolve.

I love myself more that ever because I truly get to be myself; all my quirks and craftiness embraced. He wouldn’t have it any other way. I feel supported in my hopes and dreams for myself, my business, and our family. How many people can say that? I love this life…MY life with him.

My husband and I choose to love each other in the way each of us needs it; not in the way that is easiest for us to give it. That alone can be a challenge... still we choose.  We choose to journey together. We choose to be open and honest, even when it’s uncomfortable. We choose to work together, to set goals, to dream bigger. Year after year, we choose to do it all over again. It is a magnificent feeling in an era where most marriages come with an expiration date.

I am blessed.

I love getting to plan special events for a living. I do what I do, not for the show, but for the magic that is inspired by what brings us to this place of planning, LOVE.  Don’t get me wrong, I adore choosing colors, setting the table, adding a wow factor or two, and challenging myself to do it all together different the next time. I enjoy watching everyone enjoy what I’ve worked so hard to produce. But, I love love more. I love what I do because I get to try to give each client a piece of what I’m feeling: Love, Happiness & Joy.

 It’s my wish for you in each and every celebration I plan.  Cheers to love and all the things we do to celebrate it, cheers to you, and cheers to more lasting marriages.