On the 17th is a very special day for someone, well three someones as it is my friend Adrienne’s birthday. But no, this blog is not about Adrienne, even though I am thinking of her and wishing I could spend the day with her. This blog is for my parents as they will be celebrating their anniversary.
They have been married a very long time now-30 years. My parents have a great marriage, one that people should take a look at. It is filled with love, their fair share of fights, and God. I hope that one day I can have a marriage like theirs, one that glorifies the other person and most importantly God.
Throughout the years my parents have provided me with an endless love and support in all my endeavors-from horseback riding camp at Spring Hill, to New Zealand, to Houghton College and still on this trip, and I know that support will continue for the rest of their lives. Many people do not get that kind of support from their parents, and I am so blessed to have it. They have put up with me through my tears and anger, my crazy dreams, my not feeling well, and me just being me. I do not think they know how much they mean to me, and how much that support means. I would not have made it this far on the race without their listening ear and loving heart.
Really, they represent God’s love for us. No matter what I have done they are always waiting with open arms saying “I love you, it is ok”. I have hurt them many times, but that means nothing-they are willing to forgive me, and take me back at any moment. They punish me when it is needed, but it is out of love and wanting the best for me. They hold me when it is needed, and they let me go and discover life when it is needed. My parents are human-how much more does God do all of this? We can get angry at him, hurt him and he still loves us just the same. All he wants is a relationship with us, and for us to yell “Abba, Father, I am sorry”. He is always waiting for open arms for us.
So mom and dad, I love you and miss you heaps. Thank you for all the love, support and yes, even the discipline that you have given me. Thank you for making God the centre of your marriage so that your marriage has lasted.
I hope that you have a great anniversary; dad-buy mom some flowers (that are only for her), take her out somewhere nice for dinner and just show her you love her. Mom- get dad some coffee and show him the respect that he deserves. Enjoy your day, and continuing growing in love for each other and for God. Continue being an example of what love should look like.
Love you guys,
Your Daughter
