Twenty and counting.

It is January 17, and twenty years ago today the weather was much like it is right now. It was dang cold, with temps around the 18 degree mark, which made heating the little stone church at Montgomery Bell State Park, in Dickson, TN, a little difficult. Frank’s college buddies were in charge of filling the heaters with kerosene, and of course, spilled it everywhere, which burned your eyes and tickled your nose when entering in the building. Oh well, you can’t worry about the little things.

With a combined total of five kids and three ex’s, I would say the odds were stacked against us from the start and more than likely, no one expected us to make it for the long haul. But guess what?? Here we are. Stronger and happier than ever, knowing that God had everything with putting us together and getting us to where we are today.

As with every marriage, it hasn’t all been a bed of roses. In fact, there have been a couple of times, neither of us thought we would make it. Life sometimes throws things at you from left field, and you just try to do the best you can. There have been many times, I have hit my knees and begged God for direction and answers. He has never once failed me.

Frank and I just returned home a couple of days ago from spending time with our best friends, that introduced us those many years ago. We had a blast fishing on Lake Okeechobee and hanging together for a few days. Thanks Chris and Lisa for everything, from then until now. We love you.

So with just family and close friends gathered together, and Cole to stand with Frank, and Paige and Kendel to stand with me and my little Kasie to walk me down the isle, I finally had the church wedding that I always wanted. It is a sweet memory that I will always cherish.

Because of the snow and weather we are having, Frank and I didn’t have a chance to get cards for each other. We decided this morning, to tell each other how we feel about our lives and marriage and each other. It was so much better than any card he could have given me.

Thank you Frank for the laughs, for baiting my hook, saddling my horse, bringing me coffee in bed most every morning, proposing the way you did, seeing the vision with me at Periwinkle, and a million other things. I never want to live without you and I’m so glad that I get to spend eternity with you. Happy 20th Anniversary. I love you. ❤️

Until next time, be sure and tell your special someone, friend, or family member, that you love them and live each day to the fullest!

xoxo Mitzie<<<<
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