Twenty-five years ago today, I said “I do.”
My image of marriage was a fairy tale picture of bliss. In fact I was right! But it took me 25 years to learn that marriage can be so happy – if you allow it to be.
You can focus on the disagreements, the irritating habits, the endless daily chores and stinky morning breath.
Or you can focus on giving a loving touch, saying a kind word, making small efforts to make one another happy, laughing together, and appreciating each other’s unique strengths.
Twenty-five years ago, I did not know what I was getting into. Fortunately for me, God filled in the gaps, helped both my husband and I to be patient, to mature, and to not give up on each other.
Pastor Brian said that your wedding day should not be the happiest day of your life. There should be many happier days in your marriage.
I think I have had many happy days.