Monday, October 18, 2010

Happy Anniversary to me..and Mr. B..

I still have a hard time thinking that anyone in their right mind would want to take on a woman with a crazy ex-husband and 4 - count 'em - 4 kids

{Jeff & Rachael's wedding - with Andy, April & Brandi }
..for better or for worse




..in sickness and in health....yadda yadda yadda ...




But he did.  And I took a chance on he being the one..
 

The one who would raise my kids..


Love &  respect my family..


Love & respect his family..


Love & respect me..


And not loose himself, or the person he was when I fell in love with him along the way.


I still can't believe he chose me..




But he did.



And I love him with more conviction, more respect, more admiration..and with more gratitude..than I ever thought possible.



He is my rock..my hero..my knight in shinning armour,  my true north and my soft place to fall..




And he obviously was not in his right mind..




And I am sooo glad.

Because  I'm the best thing that's happened to him, too.

So, it's definitely a win-win.

And life doesn't get much better than that.


Happy anniversary to me...and Mr. B



-me





31 comments:

Diane said...

What a great post!! Congratulations!!

diane b said...

Happy anniversary. A great post and tribute to Mr B. You didn't say how many years.

Robin said...

Happy Anniversary Colleen!

RoeH said...

You are so very lucky! A very happy day to you both. You guys deserve many many more.

Kim @ Home Is Where The Heart Is said...

What a lovely post, Colleen...wishing you and Mr. B. many more wonderful years together! Have a wonderful anniversary :)

Unknown said...

Happny annuiversary to you and Mr. B, Coleen, and wishes for many, many more to come.

BTW, I LOVE your new header!

ain't for city gals said...

Happy for you Coleen !

Auntie sezzzzzz... said...

Happy Anniversary!!! Lovely, lovely post.

And I love your Header!!!

Gentle hugs...

Art by Darla Kay said...

I love this post, well, I love all your posts but this one is AMAZING!!!!!
Congrats to you both!!
I love your new header too. So cute!

Laurie said...

Awwww! What an awesome post Colleen, I'm so happy you found each other! Have a wonderful anniversary day, and many more wonderful years together!

Vicki/Jake said...

Some matches truly are made in heaven. You and Mr B are one of them for sure! Congrats to you two lucky lovers :)

p.s. Keep the header on forever, I love it!

wendy said...

What a sweet post! Happy anniversary to you both!! I love your header!!!

Lori R. said...

That was the most beautiful post...sniff, sniff...
Sometimes I think the "tugs of life" not only show you what you are made of, but it cements a husband and wife together and we see past the visual and grow deeper in our spiritual relationship with each other. Congrats on your anniversary.

just call me jo said...

A dandy couple. Ain't love grand.

Lola Skw said...

Happy Anniversary, dear Colleen, to you and your "Mr.Right"! Hugs, Lola

Anonymous said...

Awwwwww, so sweet!!! Happy anniversary to the Amazing Mr.&Mrs. B! :)
Hugs,
Zuzu

Christmas-etc... said...

Lovely, lovely lovely - What a happily ever after story!! You only forgot to mention what a handsome couple you two make - your love just shines through to encompass everyone!
Happy Anniversary and many many more!
Ann

Anonymous said...

Wiping away the tears and wishing you and your husband continued happiness on life's journey. Celebrating you both!

Your Friend,
Deborah

North of 25A said...

What a wonderful, beautiful post, Colleen. I, too remarried a terrific man and I so I appreciate how fortunate we are! Happy, happy anniversary & many more.
Best,
Colleen

PS - thank you for the comment on "Army of Women"... You are a hero!

Debby@Just Breathe said...

Happy Anniversary to the sweetest couple I know. Your pictures are adorable, each one bringing big smiles to my face. I am so happy for both of you. Praying that you have a million more anniversaries to enjoy.

Ming said...

Happy Anniversary to you two! Thanks for sharing all the pix through the years!

Charmingdesigns said...

Happy Happy!!!!

Shane Pollard said...

Dear Colleen

Happy happy Anniversary to you!!!
You must be special for your guy to choose you and your family!!!
Congrats too for winning Rhonda's giveaway - what a bonus for such a nice lady!!!

Please come and see me as I'm sure we've got lots in common - I'm a grandma too!!
hugs
Shane

Karen said...

Sounds like you two deserve each other. Best wishes!

Vee said...

Happy Anniversary to you both! I've never had a doubt that you were perfect for each other...

Dapoppins said...

I think insanity is important in any marriage, but I see that yours also had a ton of love and laughter. Happy Anniversary!

Pearl said...

Oh Colleen it only happens to a few chosen and you and Mr. B are a inspiration to so many. Happy Anniversary!!!

Sue said...

Colleen, you and Mr. B are such an
awesome couple and a tribute to marriage! Happy Anniversary (and many many more)

xxoo

Carrie @ Cottage Cozy said...

What a fabulous post to your true love!

Wildflowerhouse said...

Oh that is so beautiful.

Mary said...

FABULOUS!!!!! You are a beautiful couple - congratulations and many more anniversaries together!

Mary X

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