I feel I must begin this post with the words, “If anyone ever told me…”
Because “if anyone ever told me” 8 years ago today that 8 years later I would be wondrously in love with 4 little boys who would come from the marriage of Audrey and Matthew… well, I probably wouldn’t have believed those “anyones” anyway.
8 years ago today, Audrey and Matthew were married on what would be the hottest day of the entire summer in Rhode Island. But that didn’t matter. The sky was blue. The flowers were in bloom. Music and laughter and joy was in the air. People had come from far and near to share this special day, this special ceremony, this special couple, their lives and their future.
Their future would include, in 8 years, 4 children. 4 boys. 4 beautiful little blessings.
Today, I accompanied Audrey to her pool club with William (4), Alexander (3), Benjamin (2) and Henry (1). I couldn’t stop looking at these little guys and thinking of the miracle of each of them. In 8 years.
And it just so happens that Audrey’s pool club is the very same one that we belonged to when my kids were kids. This photo is Audrey at age 6.
I don’t remember ever feeling as full of life… the full circle… as I do today on Audrey and Matthew’s anniversary. The past, the present and the future is all wrapped up in this magnificent little circle, and I feel extraordinarily blessed to be a part of it. I feel extraordinarily whole on this most special day.
I think this is why we have special days. Special days of celebration. These days give us reminiscences and recollections to embrace as we take a step toward more special days and more memories that have yet to be shaped. These days bring the great, great joy.
Centuries ago, Martin Luther wrote, “There is no more lovely, friendly and charming relationship, communion or company than a good marriage.” Audrey and Matthew are greatly blessed that these words describe their marriage… and I am going to add just a few more words… “and 4 precious little boys.”
I love you, all my little darlings. HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, AUDREY & MATTHEW!!
What a pleasure it is for us as parents to see our children find what we have with our husbands. Happy Anniversary Audrey and Matthew. You are truly blessed!
What a beautiful tribute to a happy, fruitful marriage. Her dress was absolutely stunning!
Ooooooohhh!! Your post and Audrey’s post made me weepy! It’s so beautiful to read your words. Congrats to Matt and Audrey. Their boys are gorgeous. You are all so very blessed to have such a wonderful, close-knit family. xo
Sharon, what a beautiful post! As usual, you have captured so much emotion, wonder, and truth in your words – and it just makes me so genuinely happy! What special things these are – Audrey and Matthew’s marriage, their 4 boys, and the love your entire family shares. Here’s to their anniversary – and many more special days to come!
Mom — This is BEAUTIFUL… the circle of life is quite a miracle….
I love you tons,
Audrey
Sharon, what a beautiful bride, what a handsome groom. They’ve accomplished so much in eight years. May many blessings continue to rain on them.
P.S. I remember Audrey at that age. Cute then, beautiful now.
What a beautiful family that 8 years of love has brought to this world. Happy belated Anniv. Audrey & Matthew. Your boys are too precious for words.