Our limelights are spectacular this year! They’re a very deep pink now.
Still sickened and horrified at the news from Israel and Gaza. Still completely disgusted with the shenanigans in Washington DC. I am escaping into a mystery that I’m reading and that helps. I’m also starting to do a little priming on the Beacon Hill because I’ve had it at least three years and haven’t done much of anything. I need to force myself to work on it even though I’m not particularly motivated. I did find an amazing piece of furniture that will serve as my inspiration piece. It should arrive here tomorrow. That’s what helped me with the Dove Cottage renovation – one piece that I had already purchased (the sofa) with a new project in mind.
But there is a lot to do before I start any kind of decorating. I’ve noticed lots of things that need to be repaired or replaced. I briefly thought of selling it but I’ve since scotched that idea. I figure: I have it, I really wanted it, and once I get a rhythm going, I’ll enjoy working on it.
In other news:
Don and I then: the morning after our wedding in Nevada City, CA.
Don and I now (or nowish):
A little calmer, not quite so ecstatic, quite a bit older and wiser, more in love than ever.
Tomorrow, October 12th, is our 25th wedding anniversary.
It’s a big deal to us, especially since we didn’t meet and eventually marry until we were in our forties. 25 years! Next year, we’ll have been together for 30 years. I’ve written about our story on this blog many times. You know how we feel about each other.
A good marriage takes work. We work very hard at our marriage. I’m proud of us; two people who were a bit damaged when we met each other, but miracle of miracles, were ready to take a leap into the unknown. We were honest with each other from the very beginning and were willing to reveal our fears and frailties. I honestly think that’s what made the difference.
That, and being soul mates.
I am so, so grateful for this man. There’s never a moment when I don’t feel loved and adored and I know that Don feels the same way. He helps me be a better person. He is the best man I know.
So, Happy 25th Anniversary to us! We did it!
Stay safe.
Happy Wednesday.
Happy Anniversary to you two lovebirds! We need to catch up with a long phone call. Talk to you soon.
Happy anniversary and congratulations on a lasting love! Clearly, U2 were a match made in heaven!!
Happy Anniversary, you two! I’m so glad you found each other and glad to know you, too. Many happy returns of the day. ❤️
congratulations and happy 25th anniversary to you and don! glad that you have each other.
i love your love story and appreciate you sharing it with us here.
kathy
ps … i agree about how one special piece can inspire work on a project. the beacon hill will wait for you.
What a beautiful couple you are! Happy Anniversary and wishes for many more. Besides doing my journal I look forward to reading this blog every day you write.
My third Blythe doll came in time for my birthday last week. She’s a lovely blond girl and the other girls seem to be taking her into their little friendly circle. My first Blythe has copper hair and the prettiest shy face, the second is a green haired bold, happy girl and my new one has golden blond hair and reminds me of Mike’s third cousin who sits in front of us at church. And looks to our daughter when she was young. I named her Autumn, a name we wanted to use as a second name for a daughter. I think Raine needs glasses. They share a puppy (looks exactly like our own dog).
Congratulations and Happy 25th Anniversary! Wishing you both a day filled with much love, laughter and happiness and may you have many, many more years of happiness together.
xoxoxo
Happy Silver Wedding Anniversary for tomorrow, Claudia and Don! Have a wonderful day!
Goodness Claudia, you haven’t aged a titch! Happy Anniversary to both of you beauties!!
We just celebrated ours this past Monday, 42 years. Trendsetters, we were! October weddings weren’t popular back then. Haha, didn’t matter, we eloped. We met, dated for 3 months and ran off. Seems silly but I recognized my soulmate as soon as our eyes met.
Congratulations and enjoy your day!
Happy Anniversary tomorrow, Claudia. I’m so delighted that you waited till you found the right people and then found one another. It’s a beautiful love story and I suspect all the reasons you mentioned are those that have bonded you together over time.
I’m with you on wanting to hide away. Me, too. I’m glad the Beacon Hill work will soon begin!
Happy anniversary! <3
Happy 25th Anniversary to you both!
Happy 25th Anniversary to you both! Your love is reflected in those pictures…then and now.
Glad to hear that the Beacon Hill is calling out to you. Sounds like a great diversion. Enjoy your day today….and tomorrow! ;)
Happy anniversary! Congratulations on 25 years!
Happy 25th Anniversary! I wish many more happy years for you!
Happy anniversary. May the next 25 be as loving❣
Happy 25th to Claudia and Don! You look wonderful in all three pictures you posted and so happy! God bless you now and always.
Ahhhh, Happy 25th to you both! And wishing you both that you have many more happy years to come! Enjoy your anniversary day tomorrow! Wishing you happiness on the day!!!
Dawn P.
Happy Anniversary!💞🎉🥂🎇
Happy Anniversary to you both on your special day!
Happy Anniversary to a wonderful couple! You both bring joy into the world. I wish you many more happy healthy years together. I am so glad you found love.
What a cute couple, then and now! Congratulations on your milestone anniversary. Celebrate each other. Hugs, Elaine
Happy Anniversary! It’s so nice to see your pictures and hear your love story! Thank you for sharing something to smile about!
Claudia, This brought a smile to my face and such warmth to my heart.
Happy anniversary, Claudia and Don. Here’s to many many more years together.
The first photo of you and Don is so beautiful . Your faces just radiate love, joy and delight at being together and having a future . All the photos show your love and joy at being together.
I wish you many more happy years together.
Take Care,
Kaye
Happy Anniversary!! I love all three of those photos of you two.
Congratulations …..as someone who has been married for 51 years….I can honestly say that time goes so fast. It is truly a “work in progress”. I think we know everything there is to know about one another and there are no mysteries but there is such a comfort in the familiar. I think you two are a success….happy you found each other. Enjoy your special day.
Happy Anniversary, Claudia and Don! Wishing you many more wonderful years together.
Tried to call you today to visit and wish you a Happy Anniversary but the number I have was not a working number?? Give me a call when you have time to visit.
Happiest 25!!!!!
Happiest 25!!!!!!
Belated congrats to one wonderful couple, Claudia and Don; hope the day yesterday was everything you needed and wanted it to be! 25 years of marriage is no small thing and definitely deserves whatever kind of celebration is meaningful to you.