My husband, Joshua, and I met a little over 4 years ago, because he had a STROKE. Yeah, a stroke at 22. Well, his dad was my parents architect for their new home, and he was scheduled to meet with my parents that evening. But, Wayne had to call and cancel because his son had just had to be rushed to the hospital. So, my mom called me immediately, because she knows how I love to pray and believe that God can heal. She told me Josh’s story and I began to pray for him every day. Over time my mom kept giving me updates on how he was doing. He had survived the stroke, but at first he was unable to read, or recall words. However, it was not long after that he was healed completely and the doctors declared it a miracle, because they could no longer even find signs that he even had a stroke. The doctors were completely stunned. I knew God had answered the prayers of all those who were praying for him!
My parents and his parents continued to talk to each other about us, conspiring that we needed to meet, because of our love for the Lord and similar passions. Our parents even brought pictures of us to their meetings. Talk about a planned wedding without us knowing. I never thought I would actually meet Joshua and didn’t really think about it much; maybe if I was aware of our parents plan I would of thought differently, but they kept it a secret. Then, Josh’s dad got my e-mail address so that Josh could e-mail me. I didn’t hear from him and forgot about it really. Then about a month or so later I got this e-mail that read, “I thought you were a jerk because you did not e-mail me back, but then I realized I was an idiot and had the wrong e-mail address.” Nice introduction eh? It made me laugh and well he left his number in the e-mail and I called curious to hear about his stroke. That next Friday we had our first date and we were engaged less than 3 months later. By the second date we knew we were going to get married. I guess that is when I understood the truth behind the phrase, “you will just know when you know.” Previously, I thought that was a rediculous statement. We have now been married for 3 and a half years and I love him so much more every single day.
Since Josh hasn’t written much about himself on his blog I will share with you why I think he is so wonderful. Josh has perfect timing in his conversations with people. He draws people to him with his warm and laid back nature. He is amazing at one on one conversations. He makes everyone laugh, because of his witty humor as well as silly antics. Josh is compassionate, sensitive, very patient, encouraging, non-status quo, unconfined, adventurous and loves God so much. He loves motorcycles, mountain biking, loud cars, tattoos, setting his own style of dress (like me), relationships, soccer (he was a goalie in college), eating healthy, reading and listening to music. He is an incredible man and I am so thankful to God for bringing him into my life. He has changed me in so many ways. With Josh I know that he always loves me just for “me,” no matter what I do, he always smiles with so much heart-felt kindness. Even when I mess up, he is so quick to forgive. I truly LOVE everything about him!
Here is a link to view our home that is for sale! Just in case anyone is looking. 🙂
Love* Tara
