Eight Years In

Dear Doug,

Happy eight-year anniversary!  I simply cannot believe another year has passed again.  I am not sure where the time goes.  So much has happened during this season.  It has been a season of great change for us, and I am fortunate to be on this path with you.  Much of this year has not been an easy; however, you have been right there with me, every step of the way, living in the present along with seeing where this path takes us.  I could not ask for a more supportive and loving  partner.  You are my best friend and my rock.  You are one of the kindest people I have ever met, who never fails to make me laugh.  Because of you, I am extremely fortunate to know true unconditional love and support.  This has been a really special month for us in so many ways.

I am so grateful and lucky to have you as my husband — you are my greatest gift.  Happy eight years!  Here’s to many, many more years together!

“Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.”  —Lao Tzu