I was 24. He was 25.
I had lived here a year. He had lived here most of his childhood.
We were kids. Maybe we both are still.
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| We rented a house right on the river, and spent the entire reception being chased by our photographer, while we fought the yellow jackets away from the food. |
A few anniversaries came and went.
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| Oregon Coast (Seal Rock) first or second anniversary. |
Then we took a leap and entered parenthood.
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| Matthew, Baby #2 - another in-and-out baby delivery. |
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| Hunting for a Christmas tree when it was just us four. |
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| While we were still dating- Mt. Hood We do NOT have a perfect marriage. Far from it. But we have a common goal. |
Colossians 3 :14 And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.







Oh this is wonderful Raina! Love love loved these pictures! Such a treat right before I go to bed!! Happy Anniversary to you and your husband! You have such a beautiful family and they are all soooo blessed to have you as mother and wife! Love to you!!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Amanda! Happy Anniversary Raina! Beautiful pictures, beautiful family!!
ReplyDeleteHappy anniversary! Sweet post!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary! Lovely post about five lovely people, awesome!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary! Those pictures are absolutely beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary!!
ReplyDeletehappy anniversary!
ReplyDeleteOutstanding... congratulations.
ReplyDeleteWow....CONGRATULATIONS!!! I LOVED all of the photos, you two are beautiful together!
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures of you and your beautiful and family! Happy anniversary!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary Raina!!! I was also 24 when we got married. Seems so long ago huh? yet..not. marriage is strange...wonderful, BEAUTIFUL, Challenging, and Blessed. I hope you have many many MANY more years together! xxxx
ReplyDeleteCongrats and to sum it up in one word - blessed.
ReplyDeleteOh I'm late to the party but wishing you a fabulous anniversary week! Gorgeous newlywed pics--you haven't changed a bit!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary!! Love the photos!!
ReplyDeleteLiz
This made me tear up! Happy anniversary :) it is amazing to see a couple that puts their faith first!
ReplyDeleteHappy anniversary, you are a very beautiful family.
ReplyDeleteAwww, you two are so cute! What a precious little family!
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