Lucky 13

1. He swept me off my feet at a college dorm room Bible study.
2. He proposed two years later, on his knees in the surf.
3. He took my hand and promised forever… by candlelight… on a hot summer evening…. in a church with no air conditioning! (Now that’s love!!)
4. He wined and dined me for an entire week in Charleston, SC… my most favorite place in the world!
5. He prayed with me, on our knees, beside the bed in our honeymoon suite, and promised to be the spiritual leader of our home.  We joined a church the next Sunday. He has never once broken that promise.
6. He bought all of the “missing pieces” of my fine china and crystal to complete the sets.  That’s when I knew I never had to worry about anything… not even the most trivial of things… as long as he is with me.
7. He lived through my temper-tantrums and “spoiled little daddy’s girl” ways during our first year together. He stood by me through it all, learned to hide my keys so I couldn’t “run”, PRAYED HARD, and loved me anyway!!
8. He stood by my side… all night long… as I labored and gave birth to our first baby.  A beautiful little Daddy’s Girl of his own.
9. He’d never even held a baby until his own child was born, but he was instantly the most caring, loving, and doting father, I could ever imagine.
10. He became “Daddy” two more times, to awesome little men, whose lives he shepherds and guides with great care.  He is firm, but gentle.  Strong, but kind. His kids are his pride and joy.
11. He is my counselor. Wise beyond his years, and always the “maximizer”.  He helps me make tough decisions with my mind, as well as  my heart.  He keeps me grounded.
12. He is an awesome provider. He works very hard, and takes pride in the work God has given him. Whether it be “Scrum Master” or “Executive Pastor”… he gives it his all. I am so proud of him!!
13. He is my KISA… my Knight In Shining Armor…. So handsome and chivalrous… He worships the quicksand I walk on… and I love him so!!!

That’s right. I’m the luckiest girl in the world because on this very day, I celebrate 13 years of marriage with the most wonderful guy on the planet!!  

I love you Chris Reeder! And I am SO BEYOND BLESSED to be your bride!!

Happy Anniversary!!