We've Only Just Begun

It was a beautiful summer day, not too hot.  There had been a shower of rain late in the morning, just enough for things to be refreshed.

The ceremony was held at eight o'clock in the evening, just the right time of day to get the right amount of evening sun through the stained glass windows of the church.

The church was full of family and friends.  The music was perfect.  There were flowers.  And candles.

So began our life together as husband and wife. 

There was a reception following the ceremony.  A simple affair with punch and cake, held in the church fellowship hall.

Afterward, we drove away from the church listening to the Carpenters singing We've Only Just Begun.

That was our song then.  It is our song today. 

On June 10, 1972, we began our journey through life together as husband and wife.  Neither of us had any idea what a journey it would be!

Who knew back then that we would live in six different states, at eighteen different addresses?  Who knew that we would travel together all over the world?  Who knew all the mountaintops and valleys, smooth roads and potholes, all the adventures this journey would hold for us?

As my father-in-law often says......God knows.  He knew exactly what He had planned for us, even though we had no idea.  This has been quite a journey.  And the journey continues.  We've only just begun!

I had no idea that all this would be part of my life journey,  but I wouldn't have wanted to do life with anyone else.  And I would do it all again!

Happy Anniversary, sweetheart! I love you more!