50 Years

I had the honor of attending a beautiful celebration honoring 50 years of marriage this weekend. Mr. Man's aunt and uncle have been married for 50 years. They raised three wonderful children and have six beautiful granddaughters. They are the epitome of hospitality. In fact I'm pretty sure if I looked up the word hospitality in the dictionary it would have a list of everything Salmer (that's my husband's nickname for them) does. I'm always amazed by their kindness and generosity. They want to make sure that their guests feel as though their house is their guests home. I remember stories from Mr. Man about spontaneously popping in on Salmer at their flower shop or their home with a group of friends on their way camping. Salmer always made sure their bellies and hearts were full. While Salmer might joke with each other and give each other a hard time but it was always with a light heart. Anyone sitting in the room knew they were just teasing each other which isn't always the case with married couples. They love each other and everyone they encounter.

As I was sitting there watching both of them tear up at certain memories I said a prayer that Mr. Man and I stick through everything to get to that point and that everyone around us will know how much we love each other. I prayed that we would get back to showing each other love in every possible thing we do. I can't wait to celebrate more 50 year wedding anniversaries with people that we love. I hope everyone I know makes it that far at least!