Prayers

For those of you who read my blogs on a regular basis, and keep up with my Facebook, you know I am crazy about my husband.  Obsessive crazy.  I knew on our first date I was going to marry him.  Sounds silly, I know.  When I was driving home that night, I called a girlfriend and I told her it was the best date I had ever been on, and I was going to marry him.  I knew.  

March 8, 2010- We met at Steak and Shake when he threw torn up paper at my friends and I.  We then stalked each other on Facebook later that night. 

March 10, 2010- We had our first date in Terre Haute.  We went to Deming Park, where Kyhle made a delicious picnic which consisted of PB&Js, chips, and drinks.  We sat on top of a hill at sunset, listened to music on his iPod, ate, and chatted.  It grew chilly outside, so we went back to his house where we had oreos and milk for dessert.  We then played "Life" and watched Batman Begins.  Awesome cuddle session. 

April 18, 2010- We got engaged while sitting out on my parent's front porch swing.  Very casual :)

July 8, 2010-  We were sealed for all time and eternity in the Chicago temple.  Best day ever. 

Are we perfect for each other?  Definitely.  Have we had the perfect marriage?  No way. Do we want to stick each other's heads in the oven sometimes?  For sure.  Do we give up on each other?  Absolutely Not.  

When did marriage become such an easy thing to give up on?  When did it become optional to work at it?  That's what marriage is.  Work.  Hard work.  But it is so worth it if you are willing to do the work.  At my bridal shower, the ladies all signed a big picture and put advice and words of encouragement.  

"If you center your lives in Christ, your love will be the purest and closest."

That picture is hanging in our bedroom right next to the door.  Every time I walk out of my room, I read that comment.  One thing I will say Kyhle and I do an awesome job at, is saying our prayers together every single night.  Even if we are so exhausted and falling asleep, we never miss a night.  I know that has brought us closer together.  I know it has built both of our testimonies, and has given us a stronger marriage.  We feel the spirit in our home, and we are peaceful.  We went through a phase where we weren't saying prayers, and when we started up again, we noticed the biggest difference in our relationship.  We spoke to each other differently, we use kind and encouraging words, we serve each other, and we don't argue.  

Married friends--  If you have not been saying your prayers with your spouse, please start now.  You will notice a difference.  I promise!

Love at Union Station

Why do weddings make women so emotional?  I didn't even know the bride (or the groom), and I was crying before she even started walking down the aisle.  Good thing they had adorable packets of tissues on the seats, along with cute bottles of bubbles!  When they opened the doors for Erika to start her walk, I leaned over to Kyhle and said, "Look at the groom."  Best part of the ceremony.  Right when he saw her, Michael, (the groom), was wiping his eyes and had such a bright smile on his face.  Pure love for his bride. 

As I said, Kyhle and I didn't personally know the bride or groom, but the bride's mom is Kyhle's boss.  Gina was kind enough to invite Kyhle's whole branch to this beautiful ceremony.  We were a little nervous at first, but we ended up having a great time with his co-workers, and enjoy a fancy evening together.  

I was stressing out all week about what I was going to wear, how I was going to do my hair, and what the evening was going to be like.  My mother-in-law, Vicki, graciously bought me a fun black dress (every girl needs one in her closet!)  Kyhle was a sweetheart, as usual, and told me to go get a mani/pedi.  Of course I couldn't pass that one up!  So, with a new dress, new jewelry, new handbag, mani/pedi, and a fresh eyebrow wax (ha!), I was ready to go have a date night with my love.  

(Yes, I am the weirdo that took pictures of our food.  This salad was delicious!!)

After the ceremony, they had cocktails and  hors d'oeuvres, while the bridal party had photos taken.  They then opened up the reception hall and served a delicious dinner with salad, steak, potatoes, and veggies.  The DJ did a great job with the music, and went around to all the tables asking for song requests.  Kyhle and I requested our wedding song, "Angel" by Jack Johnson, but didn't stick around long enough to hear it.  They offered open bar, and when dancing time came around, we felt like it was probably time to get out of there!  

Kyhle and I had such a great time together, as always.  We were grateful for the invite, and the opportunity to spend time with his co-workers and each other.  I sure do love him! :)