Anniversary

Today is Mom & Daddy's Anniversary. They would be married 36 yrs. In some ways it seems like a lifetime and in someways it doesn't seem that long at all. I don't know if I should say anything to Mom or not. I've been struggling with it because I don't want her to get upset or think I didn't remember or that I don't care. I don't think she would think that. Mostly, I just don't want to upset her. I decided I will call her and see if I can get a feel for her mood or see if she brings it up. This is her first anniversary without him. I am sure it will be different for her. They would have done something special. He liked to take her out to dinner and he always bought her flowers and a gift, usually jewelry. I wish I could be with her today but she had to work and we are in Beaver cleaning the house. I know it will be difficult the first year, figuring out how to celebrate special times without him and still remember what he would have said or done. Maybe it will get easier as time goes by. In closing, I will share what I have learned from my parents. One thing that I am thankful for is the example they set in their marriage. They made it through rough times and had alot of good times. They were always there for each other. They showed their love for each other and never let a day go by without saying "I love you". I want the same things for my marriage.

Happy Anniversary Mommy & Daddy, I love you!