Tenth Anniversary!

On Feb. 19 2010, Amanda and I celebrated our tenth wedding anniversary. We have had our share of ups and downs. We lost one child in miscarriage, had two diagnosis' of autism and numerous other challenges. We have had to say goodbye to both my parents and we have had to learn how to show love toward one another and to support each other in everything life has thrown at us. I will not pretend that it has been easy, but it has been good. I can honestly say that I am more deeply in love with Amanda today than I was even ten years ago. I have watched Amanda mature and grow as a human being, a wife and a mother. She has demonstrated a realistic and stubborn faith that holds on to God no matter what. She is the best life partner a man could ever ask for. I love her and respect her more than anyone. I thank God for her and I look forward to many more years together.

Part of our anniversary celebration was to go on a Caribbean cruise. We started in Orlando, Florida where we renewed our vows in a beautiful little ceremony led by our friend Dan Mihalic. The cruise took us to Cozumel, Mexico, Roatan, Honduras, Belize and Costa Maya, Mexico. It was a great time away. We had time to spend with each other, get to know each other again and to re-charge our batteries so we can get back into real life. Thanks Amanda for a great time away! Love you lots!