Throughout the last few months I've come across a number of powerful and inspirational quotes about marriage. In preparation for writing this portion of today's post, I began searching for one quote in particular, one about how a solid, lasting marriage requires both partners to say "I do" on their wedding day and then again, and again, and again, each "regular" day. The quote really hit home the idea that staying together is about loving one another, yes, but also about choosing and committing to each other even on the less exciting, fun, and romantic days.
But then…
Then I saw this quote. This quote is us.
Happy 11th anniversary and family birthday, Tom. I love you more than french fries with ketchup and brownies with chocolate chips.
2. Speaking of Into the Woods, I can't wait to see - and introduce Hallie - to this musical and theatrical masterpiece tomorrow! Into the Woods earned a spot on my list of favorites 25 years ago, when Grandma Hallie took my sister and me to see the musical at St. Norbert's College in De Pere, WI. Years later, my sister played Little Red Riding Hood in what was the best high school musical (and I have A LOT of reference points on this one) I've ever seen…except for High School Musical the movie, of course. Ooh, maybe I'll introduce the kids to a few of the High School Musical songs and dances this weekend...
3. We spent the Christmas holiday and the kids' winter vacation in Wisconsin and Illinois with my side of our extended family, so we've still yet to meet our newest nephew on the Ferris side - sweet little Forest - in person. Not getting to hold and cuddle him is driving me crazy, but I love looking at the picture my BIL and SIL send my way. He's just too cute!
4. When we first brought Tux home I had a difficult time "attaching" to him. After all, while everyone else played and snuggled with him, I
We all missed Tux terribly, and having him home with us again just feels right. As Tom always says, "what a buddy".
5. Happiness Highlights
Hallie convinced Grandma to buy her this pair of fuzzy "ear phones". She hasn't taken them off yet. |
This is a belated Happiness Highlight, but I love this pic of Will on the last day of school - Santa Hat Day - before Christmas. I also love his Santa hat. |
And my Hallie, rockin' her own, "girlier" version of a Santa hat. |
Both kids couldn't wait to roast hotdogs in the fireplace, but 12 seconds into the process their arms got too tired to continue. It was fun while it lasted though! |
I found this note on Hallie's door - I think she copied it from a note that Will hung on his door…for the cat. |
My boy graduated to his 7th (blue) belt! |
I'd been meaning to purchase one of these for a while now, and on Wednesday I stumbled upon one at Walgreens. Recipes? Please share! |
the quote is perfect!! x
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