Once upon a time.....

Mine Mamma and Pappa

Once upon a time there was a young man and a young woman who fell in love with each other. 
Their families did not agree with their love affair, and did not bless their union.  But they loved each other so much they went ahead and got married anyways.  They were only 18.  (In time, their families loved and accepted the other partner as they could see that they were indeed meant to be together.  They became part of the family, and were as close as they can be.)
Since they were so young, the young man decided to join the army, where he and his new bride started their journey together.  Moving from the only home she'd ever known, the girl followed her love to Okinowa.  There were many lonely nights, many tears cried, many hard times that followed.  But they loved each other.
During the course of their union, they welcomed 3 children into their home.  Their children brought them much joy, and they loved them very much.  The couple continued down their journey, experiencing life together.  They experienced the joy of children, watching them grow, the heartache that accompanies having children as well.  They have enjoyed the feeling of having 9 healthy grandchildren.  They have seen the seasons of life come full circle in the loss of parents.  They have endured the heartache of losing one of their children.  Yet here they are.  42 YEARS LATER.  42 years ago today, my parents married.  They have had quite the journey.  They are closer today because of what they have experienced together.  They need each other.  They stand as one unit.  One being.  They love and support each other unconditionally.  God brought my parents together.  They belong together, and I am forever grateful to our Lord and Savior for blessing me with such incredible parents, and I am grateful to my parents for showing me what love is supposed to look like.  HAPPY ANNIVERSARY.  I LOVE YOU BOTH VERY, VERY MUCH......