Ten years ago today, we became husband and wife. We were nervous, excited and filled with love from each other and by those surrounding us. Our wedding situation was a little different to most; it wasn't the most simplest story. Two young 20 year old's navigating their way through immigration paperwork and fees, whilst trying to plan a destination wedding at Walt Disney World. We didn't know a lot then, but we knew our love was special and worth all the work to be together. On the other hand, thankfully, planning a wedding at Walt Disney World eased the stress that comes with wedding planning. It was a one stop shop and we had the best wedding planner to guide us. We could literally do a whole blog on how great having a Disney Wedding is. But, for now, we will save that for another day.
Our day was filled with those we loved and who had traveled from all over the world to celebrate with us! We will forever be grateful for those who took the time and money to travel to Walt Disney World to share our special day!
In the last ten years we have challenged, tested, pushed, pulled, fought, and cried together. We have struggled. We have pushed each other to the limit and continued to ask for more. We have taken each other outside of our comfort zones. We have tested boundaries only to test them over again. We have fought for our independence and freedom while trying to remain a team. We have navigated careers and our own personal growth while trying to evolve as a couple. We have let our insecurities and fears influence our choices and behaviors.
In the last ten years we have also inspired, loved, laughed everyday, encouraged, supported, surrendered, created and grown together. We have never failed one another. We have soothed, supported and held each other's hands through the scary unpredictability of life. We have moved through grief and loss together. We have waited when we were impatient. We have trusted when consumed with doubt. We have taken many risks even when it was uncomfortable. We have encouraged each other to keep reaching and chasing after our dreams. We have said yes to adventures that weren’t our own so we could watch the other shine. What we know for sure after ten years of being married is that it sure isn’t perfect, it requires effort and awareness and is navigated by CHOICE.
Life has never been particularly scary for us. We've learned a lot of lessons the hard way but we never surrender, we stand-up and try again. But, each lesson allowed us to see that fear isn't part of how we are willing to live our lives together. Over the past ten years we've made it a habit of just trying things out and hoping for the best.
Ten Years on...
If we could give any newlyweds advice it would be to remember a good marriage doesn't just happen. No one is perfect and sometimes emotions take over. But, always make time to listen to your partner; really listen because communication is key. Make time to always do stuff together; we're not just talking about date night. Start something together, like a garden or take-up hiking or trying something new that occurs weekly. We are big believers that partners cultivate love in shared experiences. Yet, you will also need space! It's vital to take responsibility for one's own happiness, which in turn will improve the quality of your relationship. Remember to talk out those pet peeves; confront each other about it privately and you'll soon realize your a unit that works together. We laugh all the time about our initial pet peeves when we first lived with one another. Our most important piece of advice is to always be gracious! Showing gratitude to your relationship allows for you both to feel naturally appreciated. So don’t take unloading the dishwasher, doing the laundry, chatting with the in-laws on the phone, or double-checking the doors are locked before bed for granted. Say thank you! Say I love you!
Thank's for reading and we'll see you next time for another adventure!
Love, The Piastuck Passports
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