How Many Years. . .

"I take you Ed to be my lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, to love and to cherish, in sickness and health, for richer or poorer, forsaking all others, so long as we both shall live."  Thirty-eight years ago tomorrow I spoke these words.  I was giddy in love and probably didn't know what I was getting into.  It was an adventure.  This man said he loved me, would protect me and we would be happy together.  There have been good times, bad times, happy times and sad times.  We've weathered sickness and some things I'd rather not think about.  We have three fantastic children and nine terrific grandchildren and our lives are at their best.  I now know that love is the greatest of all.  We love each other, to  have and to hold, to cherish in sickness and in health, for richer or poorer, forsaking all others so long as we both shall live.  Happy Anniversary Papa!!