My marriage is like a well rehearsed dance. The choreography having been perfected for almost twenty years. We know what the other is thinking and can finish each other sentences and thoughts. We know each other's likes and dislikes. We are aware of the other's needs before we can even ask. I know how to please him, and he knows how to please me. The seasoning to a good marriage is time, love and selfless sacrifice. This became even more evident during our recent trip. He knew when I was uncomfortable in crowds just by the grasp of my hand. I knew how he likes his cheeseburgers "de-pickled" in the car and then re wrapped so that it didn't drip on him while he was driving. We laughed as we realized we were craving the same foods. And, complained together when we recognized the fact that our kids didn't miss us as much as we missed them. Growing older means many things, where my kids are concerned, it means not needing us or missing us like they have in the past. Thankfully, to my marriage, it means growing closer to my best friend.
Fabulous post. I liked reading how you are growing closer together.
ReplyDeleteBig C and I are still working on this. I know his likes/dislikes but he is still learning mine. We have had a few mishaps where I have thrown ice creams out the window because I hated the selection. (He got his mom's favorite for me....his moms!) Anyway, I am slowing maturing, and someday he will know I like strawberry cream cheese ice cream and HATE Pralines and Cream. :D
This was a great post, and one I can relate to!
ReplyDeleteI agree! I wish everyone could have such a loving well-matched marriage. I think it would solve all the world's problems. This is a beautiful post!
ReplyDeleteI have been married only 5 years, but find each year better as we are continuing to learn about each other.
ReplyDeletealthough, he usually de-pickles my sandwiches. :)
nice post.
This was the sweetest post ever!
ReplyDeleteIt's great that you have each other...
I feel the same way about my husband...
I so look forward to those days. Not that I want to rush these - I'm loving them just fine, thanks, but I look forward to being able to say my marriage is like a well tuned dance. Currently it's a well snuggled cuddle on the couch in front of So You Think You Can Dance....
ReplyDeletethat'a such a sweet post and so lovely to read! thanks for sharing! xxx
ReplyDeleteBeing able to marry your best friend is the best gift anyone could ask for. Happy SITS Day!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a wonderful post! Our Sunday school teachers described marriage just this way yesterday, but without your wonderful words.
ReplyDeletefound you on SITS, what a wonderful heartwarming post, and very true. Marriage is hard work, but the result is bliss.
ReplyDeleteI love that your husband asked to be included in YOUR Sits day!!! Lol...that's too much!
ReplyDeleteIt seems as though you have an amazing marriage. After 7 years, I feel like we are working out some kinks that came along with childen. Our parenting styles are so different so we but heads way too often.
I love the part about de-pickling the burger. Those little rhythms that we share with our husbands is fantastic--stuff that no one else really knows to do--it's sounds silly, but those little things are what cement our bond--drive home the fact that we're in this together.....a true team. Marriage is really incredible when you work your butt off at it! :)
ReplyDeleteSo sweet! It is all about the little things, right?! :) Happy SITS day!
ReplyDeleteGreat post. I love the quote about the seasoning of marriage being love and selfless sacrifice.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet post! I hope that the Husband and I are that close in another 14 years!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree more with the time and seasoning comment. Marriage is definitely something that improves with time and attention!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great post!! Your relationship sounds wonderful - I hope my hubby and I stay that close too as we get older!
ReplyDeleteFantastic post!
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Beautiful post.
ReplyDeleteThis is so sweet! I pray our marriage will be even closer in however many years!
ReplyDeleteSounds like yu have the key to your happiness...love it. Happy SITS Day.
ReplyDeleteThis is a sweet post. It's true - marriage is a lot like a well-rehearsed dance. I'm just thinking about how we move around each other in our tiny tiny kitchen and can anticipate each other's moves. That's comforting in a lot of ways.
ReplyDeleteThis is so sweet, Lisa! I always say that I get to have a sleepover every night with my best friend. Sounds like you two are a great couple and a great role model for your kids!
ReplyDeleteAwww! You're lucky to have such a strong marriage... and he's lucky to have such a sweet wife.
ReplyDeleteVery sweet post! It's always great to hear about couples growing older, and happier together (We're marching toward year 25 of marriage!) Bravo!
ReplyDeleteVery sweet post! Bravo on a happy marriage!
ReplyDeleteLove it. Being married to your best friends a very good thing!
ReplyDeletehow sweet! happy sits day!
ReplyDeleteA very nice blog. I'm the depickler in the marriage. I learned from my husband what a great spice pepper is. He learned to love salads from me. 40 years in December.
ReplyDeleteAwww... This is so sweet... Happy SITS Day! :)
ReplyDeleteYou hear so much about couples growing apart, and it's awesome to hear about couples growing closer over time. Happy SITS day!
ReplyDeleteIt is SO refreshing to hear about a long-term relationship that is healthy and happy. Congrats! And happy Sits Day!
ReplyDeleteI agree. I'm still growing closer to my husband and we will have been married 10 years.
ReplyDeleteSuch a happy thing. I know I will really miss this phase of little needy kids about the house, but hopefully the new joys -- like being able to go on a trip with my husband (or even a date) without crazy amounts of figuring and arranging, will make it a fantastic phase in itself!
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