12 wedding anniversaries (soLs)

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On July 3, Andy & I celebrated 
our 12th wedding anniversary.

Several years ago I thought it would be fun to document how we celebrated each anniversary. I’ve fallen embarrassingly behind. So in an attempt to catch up with this cool little album, I’m making a list of each celebration.

2000 — A weekend in Indy.
2001 — Late night snack at Applebees.
2002 — Movie Matinee: Mr. Deeds with Adam Sandler.
2003 — Movie Matinee: Incredible Hulk.
2004 — 5 years! An afternoon of shopping.
2005 — Adoption paperwork + lasagna at home.
2006 — Carry out from a local bar that has the very best steaks — grilled over charcoal.
2007 — Andy served on a mission team building an orphanage in Peru, South America.
2008 — Colorado for a cousin’s wedding.
2009 — 10 years! Went to the Dunes with our kids + our friends’ kids because they were in Ethiopia helping missionaries and adopting two children. We also put in a new door to the deck, and painted our bedroom, bathroom, hallways, and kids’ bathroom.
2010 –Andy returned to Peru, South America with a mission team.
2011 — Helped Andy’s mom since she had surgery this week.

As I made this list, I realized the way we spend our time defines us. The most memorable anniversaries were the ones we helped others. This is how I want to spend more of our time: doing things that help others know they are loved.

sols

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  2. Just being together is the best part. Your album will be special, showing those years of your life, and I imagine, too, that it will be great for your children to see.

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  3. Oh, how precious an idea. I love it and I love the fact that you leave this legacy for your children. I wish I had documented what we have done. I can't have regrets but I can start now! I know that helping others is the key to happiness and joy! I know there is a difference between the two. You have shown me so much! Thanks for sharing! Have a great week! Happy slicing!:o) Enjoy your anniversary and may you have many many more!You are a blessing!

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  7. This list reminds me of the way your birthday words helped define who you are. Even more special than the list is the reflection you had as a result of looking at the compiled information. There is something about working together to help others that brings my husband and I closer, so I think I might know what you mean.

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