Art of Marriage

I just love this about marriage:

It rings close to my heart since I just celebrated my anniversary. Thought other to be wed or anyone in love would enjoy.

Happiness in marriage is not something that just happens.
A good marriage must be created.
In the art of marriage the little things are the big things...

It is never being too old to hold hands. It is remembering to say "I love you" at least once a day.

It is never going to sleep angry. It is at no time taking the other for granted;
the courtship should not end with the honeymoon,
it should continue through all the years.

It is having a mutual sense of values and common objectives.
It is standing together facing the world. It is forming a circle of love that gathers in the whole family. It is doing things for each other, not in the attitude
of duty or sacrifice, but in the spirit of joy.

It is speaking words of appreciation
and demonstrating gratitude in thoughtful ways. It is not looking for perfection in each other.
It is cultivating flexibility, patience,
understanding and a sense of humour. It is having the capacity to forgive and forget. It is giving each other an atmosphere in which each can grow.

It is finding room for the things of the spirit.
It is a common search for the good and the beautiful. It is establishing a relationship in which the independence is equal,
dependence is mutual and the obligation is reciprocal.

It is not only marrying the right partner, it is being the right partner. It is discovering what marriage can be, at its best. - by Wilferd Arlan Peterson

Cake Saving Tip

So the old tradition says that you should save the top tier of your wedding cake and eat it on your first anniversary.

Well if you don't wrap and freeze it correctly it could potentially be pretty gross.

Here's an idea - While you jet off for your honeymoon have your mom or maid of honor cut the saved cake into 12 individual pieces. Wrap each piece in clear wrap, then in foil, then place in the freezer.

This way you can enjoy a bit of your wedding, a slice of the cake every month on the date of your wedding.

What a way to celebrate every month in your first year of marriage.

Happy Anniversary to Us!

Today my husband and I celebrate our second year of marriage!

I am so lucky to be married to my best friend, cheerleader and love of my life. Thank you and here is to 48 more years! (we joke that we will only be married for 50)

Enjoy some pics from our wedding day!

Get Away Idea

My husband and I just got back from a wonderful long weekend at Bedford Springs Resort - this was our Baby Moon! A time to get away with just the two of us before this little one arrives. I definitely recommend this place for a long weekend or a mini get away either before the wedding or baby or for your anniversary.

Bedford Springs Resort in Bedford, PA

The place was built in 1796 and after being closed for 20 years recently reopened and newly renovated. There are 8 natural springs on site and the spa is awesome. We bathed in the springs then got a couples massage.

We choose a room with rocking chairs on the balcony - here I am enjoying the view after we had breakfast out there.


They have a fire pit and smores are available for a late night snack. The pool accommodations, dining and atmosphere is great. The only complaint was we couldn't check into our room until late on Friday - they were having some housekeeping issues. Either way it was a nice relaxing place in the middle of nowhere!

We also saw two weddings take place outside then heard them rocking to a band in the ballroom. The grounds and springs were beautiful and the weather perfect for an Aug wedding.

1 Year Anniversary

Well I can't believe it - where has the last year gone?? Today is our one year wedding anniversary.

Here is a recap photo video from our special day from Annette Baudeloque - Classic Creations Photography

CLICK HERE

Or a recap of our wedding video from Blue Sky Films
CLICK HERE

Married Life is sooo Great!! Here is to another 49 years!