year one

Z,

I can't put into words what the last 365 days have meant to me. 

God's promise of abundant life becomes something I can feel,

when I reach out and touch you. 

You have a strong heart and a compassion for people that inspires me.

I am constantly learning from you.

Three hundred and sixty six days ago, I thought I knew what marriage would be like.

This last year of marriage has not been what I predicted but it has been exactly what God planned. 

At times we were frustrated and confused.

Wanting to communicate our hurts and fears but having no clue how to do that.

Other times, we have been dancing on the moon together.

God knew that we needed to work through and experience these different emotions to begin building a strong, sustaining marriage, and I am grateful for all of it. Every high and low in the last year has brought us to today.

I can hardly believe it. 

Z, thank you for being you, because that is literally my favorite person in the world.

Being your wife is my greatest treasure.

Your love changes me.

I chose you then and I will choose you every single day of my life.

i love you

Hay