Even though this last Wednesday, May 25th passed without much happening out of the ordinary it was actually mine and Breck's 9th wedding anniversary. I think we may have briefly said "happy anniversary" to each other during our normal morning rush as we headed out the door; no excitement or fanfare whatsoever. Admittedly I woke up that morning not even remembering the significance of the day and might not have said anything at all if Breck hadn't initiated the greeting. It's not that I don't/didn't remember that May 25th is our anniversary it's just that since we have plans for a quick romantic getaway this weekend I kind of had it in my head that today (Friday, May 27th) was our anniversary. For that reason I hadn't planned on giving Breck my usual hand-made card/poem until the weekend.
Not a smart idea I realized as Wednesday evening was winding down and we were getting ready to go to bed when Breck not-so-subtly mentioned she didn't get a gift or a card or any real acknowledgment of the significance of the day from me.
Oh, I...umm...
Though not a huge blunder this little incident can be added to the very long and ever-growing list of mistakes I continue to make; almost daily. But despite my many faults, shortcomings, and other various offenses my lovely wife chooses to remain just that: my lovely wife. She continues to love me and to take me as I am.
"I can't go back and I don't want to 'cause all my mistakes they brought me to you."
So instead of having regrets I'm thankful for all that has happened in my past because it has resulted in my present; and today is great.
I love you, Breck. Happy Anniversary.
Artist: The Avett Brothers
Song: All My Mistakes
Album: Emotionalism (2007)
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