When I looked into your eyes for the first time……I saw a twinkle of merriment, a spark of surprise, and a life-time of safe keeping……There was never any doubt.
When I took your hand through the unmoving crowd during our first date……I knew we wouldn’t be separated…..I knew I could trust you wouldn’t let me get crushed……I held tightly to your hand……still do……There was never any doubt.
When I stepped into your arms for our first hug……I felt a blanket of protection……my heart surged with relief…..my life raft, tattered by so many storms, found its safe harbor……I let go of my fears……There was never any doubt.
When I kissed you for the first time……the world stopped……except for the hammering of my heart……I was surprised……I guess playing the Tuba in high school really does come in handy……There was never any doubt.
When you told me you loved me……the room didn’t spin……I didn’t head for the hills in a dead run……I sighed and nestled deeper into your arms……knowing this was a miracle……There was never any doubt.
When you held me up……and let my tears fall on your shoulder……as you helplessly watched me grieve over the casket of my father……There was never any doubt.
When the sadness of this loss struck my heart, deeper than I ever imagined……you did not turn away……you became my shield……you softened the blow……There was never any doubt.
When you saw my heart in pieces at his graveside……you carefully placed them in your pocket……silently mending them with your patience, your understanding, and your deep compassion……There was never any doubt.
When you were there for me in my time of greatest need……it meant everything to me……how could you have known I would lose my father in the first three months of dating……how could you have known you would have to hold me up so soon……you were the only thing that kept me from falling……You are, and will always be, my life-line……There was never any doubt.
When I watched two dark-haired little girls curl up into your lap……you held them gently……you hugged them tenderly……softly you kissed their silky hair……I knew your children were a treasure more precious than all the gifts of the world……There was never any doubt.
When you cracked open a Blue Nile box with the most beautiful engagement ring inside……you said the words……over the squeals of happy children……over the barks of two big dogs……over the cost of a future teen step-daughter……I said yes with no hesitation……There was never any doubt.
When I held your hand…….as your mom lay in ICU……not knowing what her future was……so close to the day of our future……I witnessed the most devastating days of your life……I prayed beside you and with you……There was never any doubt.
When I looked into your crystal blue eyes on our wedding day……and saw all the joy I could ever know…….all the love I could ever receive…..all the days I could ever wish for……There was never any doubt.
When hardships strike with their cruelty……when life shakes our foundation……when the world seems a dark and scary place……I always find the warm light of your precious heart of peace……and……There is never any doubt.
Happy Anniversary to the one who “gets” me.
I love you more than these words can say.
Always.
Beautiful! You are so blessed to have each other! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
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Speechless. 🙂
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So beautiful! We share the same date! Congratulations!
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Happy Anniversary. you have one of the loves of my life!
Date: Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:22:30 +0000 To: suelrussell@hotmail.com
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Can see the chemistry – glad its still there and more. Happy anniversary.
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Drumroll!!!!! ღ˚ •。* ♥ ˚ ˚✰˚ ˛★* 。 ღ˛° 。* °♥ ˚ • ★ *˚ .ღ 。*˛˚ღ •˚ ˚…Sending sprinkles of Love to You: HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! ˚ ✰* ★˚. ★ *˛ ˚♥* ✰。˚ ˚ღ。* ˛˚ ♥ 。✰˚* ˚ ★ღ ˚ 。✰ •* ˚ ♥
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Happy Anniversary! And what a lovely, heart-felt tribute 🙂
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What a beautiful post! Congratulations and happy anniversary..
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Lovely post and beautiful couple! Happy Anniversary.
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Angelia, what a BEAUTIFUL post!
“Happy Anniversary to the one who “gets” me.
I love you more than these words can say.”
OMG…how sweet!
Happy Anniversary to you both!
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P.S. Lovely photo!
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You look stunning in that photo! Happy Anniversary to you two! 🙂
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Words are not sufficient! The most beautiful thing I have read in a long while.
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Wow- time flies! Happy Anniversary, and congratulations, once again. I continue to love hearing the story of your life and your love. Beautiful words my friend.
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Oh my, Angelia. Post after post, you impress me so much. This is way better than any romantic movies I’ve ever seen. Now, I’ma go put a popcorn in the microwave and read this again. HEHEHE 😀
Beautiful words. The imagery on those words … As if I was looking at your photography gallery and in awe with how wonderful they are. Even the sound of Tuba playing in the background gives me butterflies. HEHEHE 😀
Awesome, awesome post as always. Gets me every time.
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There was never any doubt. From the first time I saw you smile, to the first time I held your hand, the first time our lips met, to the joyous moment I gave my life to you. I love you then, now, and always. Happy anniversary!
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Awwww….Happy Anniversary!
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Very beautiful, love! Happy Anniversary to you both…
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Hi Angelia! Happy Anniversary! Such a well crafted and touching poem.
Like the Tuba part, hehe!
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What a sweet post! Happy Anniversary! Wishing you many, many more happy and healthy years together 🙂
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Congratulations to both of you! Beautifully written.
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This is so beautiful. Happy Anniversary! 🙂
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Happy Anniversary!
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What a great tribute to the man in your life!!!
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A true testament of love that endures and grows by the day. Love that overcomes life’s tragedies and gives each other hope. Happy Anniversary to you and your husband. Today, you remind us that love can be forever and even magical. This were beautiful, “When hardships strike with their cruelty……when life shakes our foundation……when the world seems a dark and scary place……I always find the warm light of your precious heart of peace……and……There is never any doubt.”Thank you for haring thiese….
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Just beautiful and heart touching. Loved these words, Angelia. I am sure both of you are really blessed to have each other. Wishing two wonderful person who define love to each other in the most beautiful way, “Happy Anniversary”. May god bless both of you and your family with all the happiness, love and togetherness.
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Happy anniversary! And what a beautiful couple 🙂
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“There was never any doubt…” that you two were destined to be one so your creative works could go on to touch many lives. The kingdom of heaven begins right now and how blessed are your children(and all of us) to witness His love in the present moment.
Thank you for sharing your blessings… abundant light and peace to you!
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You made me all teary – you are gorgeous…inside and out. Hope it was a great anniversary.
Now – where’s the bloody RSS feed thingee…I can’t find it.
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This is such a sweet post. Happy anniversary! If you never forget these things, your love will stand the tests of time.
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