Hello From the Married Side
I married the love of my life on June 11 in Vero Beach, Florida. Ever since that day, life has not slowed down long enough to draft a post! Our wedding day was one of the happiest days of my life. Although we didn’t see the sunset I prayed for, we did receive all the love and support from those we hold most dear.
My dad who will turn 80 in October, walked me down the aisle. My best friend officiated the ceremony. My oldest daughter was my Maid of Honor and all four of my children were there to witness. Although not my first marriage, I can say without a doubt it will be my last. My husband is a gift from God…and someone I will never take for granted.
This blog I hold dear has been with me through so many phases of life. Many times I go back and read my previous posts just to remember the long road I have walked. Some of the things I posted about then may not be perfectly related to the situations in life that I am facing currently, but I always find little nuggets that I can apply. For that, I applaud myself. Wisdom comes through life’s twists and turns—and there is so much to be shared with our future selves.
I have learned much about God’s timing in the past few months. I have struggled with him, questioned him—and even screamed at him a couple of times in the shower. But as one of my pastors told me long ago…he can take it. I will say, every time I have ever questioned him, the answer came. Maybe not in the time when I was seeking it most, but He’s proved himself to me every time.
I say this because when you are going through something tough, the majority of the people around you may send thoughts and well wishes, but they may not be in a place to truly relate to what you are facing. I have been guilty of this myself. Let this be a reminder that no matter what you are facing…there is always something better on the other side. Life’s struggles never feel like a blessing—and the blessings that will come after the hardships are the last thing we focus on during the storm. But I promise you if you hold on…something wonderful will trump all of the bad days.
XO,
C