On September 14, 1990, I married the most amazing, sweet (I know guys hate that word), generous, loving and kind man. As we approached our 20th wedding anniversary this year, we made plans to celebrate it big.
We hadn't been away just the two of us since before Cole was born, over 19 years ago!
First, we were going to go to Costa Rica for our 20th but then with the economy and changes in our health insurance, it was no longer a financial possibility. So, we decided we would go away for a week--we thought a play in St. George would be nice, but it is a busy time of year for me and getting a whole week off would be difficult. Next, we decided we would just head for the weekend to our favorite close desination, Park City. We had the weekend all planned, the kids had rides to their various weekend activities and an older brother who said he would come home from school to keep them company. Then, the Thursday before the Friday we were leaving, my boss told me I had to work the weekend to help others get their budgets finished (mine were already done). So, being the kind man that he is, Eric rescheduled our weekend away for a week later.
Last year with both of us in school working on masters, full-time work, three teenage kids and everything else, we both knew we needed a little time away so we were really looking forward to two nights in Park City. Here is where life takes an unexpected turn: On Saturday night, my father-in-law collapsed suddenly from a heart attack. Thankfully, we were there and I immediately began CPR but unfortunately he was already gone. I never thought working overtime could be a blessing but had we followed through with our plans, Eric's mom and my two teenagers would have been the only ones at home.
Our 20th anniversary got pre-empted by funeral arrangements, viewing and a funeral but we can't plan the direction of our lives. I should remember since I hadn't planned to get married 20 years ago either. Eric pre-empted my well-thought out plan for my life and I am so thankful he did.
Who knows, maybe we will get our time away together someday!
T--I'm seriously sorry about the loss of Eric's dad. You are still in our prayers, as your family adjusts to this change. Now I will add a getaway for you in my prayers. You deserve it!
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