| Flashback |
Our first anniversary was a day I will never forget. My husband was a co-dean at the local church camp and had been away all week, our daughter turned a month old on that very day & my best friend moved over 900 miles away.
I remember being at my parent's house and laying Aria down for a nap in the back room. I heard the door open and sobbing ensue. My throat started to clench up (tearing up as I type) as I walked in the other room. Becky was standing there hugging my mom and I couldn't hold back the tears. It's hard having your best friend move so far away. I didn't want her to go at all, selfish reasons. She came in and held Aria; it was tough watching her hold my precious, one month old baby, knowing she wouldn't be home to watch Aria grow up. I am so thankful for technology and that it could allow us to still stay in touch, just like she was here.
As I walked out to her Escape, filled to the ceiling with all her belongings, it was hard to say goodbye. It was as if I was starting my countdown in my head to the days until she came back to visit, as I still do. I know I cried for most of the day and tried thinking about other things instead of her going, but I knew it was the best thing for her and she would accomplish so much by making this journey to a new place. ( I know I talk like she died and went to Heaven already)
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| Becky & I | Wedding Day | July 23, 2011 |
| Back to now |
Becky is still out in Colorado and enjoying it! I plan on sending Aria out when she's older to spend time with her. Who knows what shenanigans they will get themselves into.
This anniversary was much different, no crying involved. Aria is now officially one year and one month old. Time flies so fast! We all went to dinner at Lonestar, our favorite place to eat in town. Yes, we took our daughter on our anniversary date. I know most couples would think that's insane but she is the love of our lives and we felt having her there to celebrate just seemed right. We went to dinner early to avoid a bigger crowd since we were taking Aria. Afterwards we visited the place that is a part of our love story to grab some dessert; Joe Sippers Café, the place where we first met & where Nate proposed.
Nate spelled out "Marry Me" in Hershey Kisses | February 14, 2011
I'll leave you with some photos from our wedding day. Our photographer, Britt Bailey, did a tremendous job at capturing the love that we felt that day. She is truly amazing at what she does. Truly gifted!
| Photo Credit :: Britt Bailey |
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