• Dec. 21, 2005
December 21, 1991
Fourteen years ago today I married my best friend. My heart spills forth with praise for all that God has done in our marriage over these years. There have been highs and lows, yet through it all, God has been faithfully refining and transforming us into His image.
Those early years of marriage were not necessarily blissful...there were lots of growing pains as I slowly learned what it means to respect my husband. There were issues of homesickness as we lived hundreds of miles away from family. There were those adjustments that needed to be made as we put aside our own selfish desires and learned what it means to give selflessly and sacrificially.
Yes, as in any marriage, there have been tough times which have stretched us, deepened our faith, and knitted our souls even more tightly together. And as I consider God's blessings over these past 14 years, I'm simply overwhelmed.
How I praise God for my incredible husband. He loves Jesus so much. He loves and protects me so beautifully. He's revealed his heart to me. And He leads me and our boys right on the heals of Jesus.
I'm exceedingly blessed to be his wife...
Comments
• Dec. 21, 2005
You are beautiful!
Posted by Jon
I think over these 14 years with all those high and low emotions running through my mind. But I'd never be changed without the lows. Could it be that those lows (though more and more infrequent) is what has taught me how to give and love like Jesus? You are a fragrance of sweet sacrifice to my heart, Nikki.
That young beautiful girl has gotten more beautiful. You have increased in wisdom and knowledge and maturity. Your whole life serves me and our God and his church! You are living a life of praise. I love you!
Edited by KindredHeart on Dec. 21, 2005 at 8:01 AM
• Dec. 21, 2005
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Posted by MamaMary
Sniff Sniff, What a beautiful tribute AND a beautiful picture! I was so blessed to read as you shared from your heart!
• Dec. 22, 2005
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Posted by abidinglove
Congratulations and may God be praised for the wonderful things he has done! I am rejoicing with you.
• Dec. 22, 2005
Congratulations
Posted by Your little bro
Today was the first day that I spent time in your "digital" world. Just want you to know that I'm proud of you and that you're doing a great job. God is truly using you in creative ways in the lives of many people. Keep up the good work Nik! I love you.
• Dec. 22, 2005
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Posted by RainyDayMichele
Happy Anniversary Jon and Nikki! Thank you for sharing your heart with all of us in "blogworld". Your marrriage and family are a beautiful testimony to the goodness of God. May you be blessed with many decades of love and grace!
• Dec. 22, 2005
that is absolutely wonderful!
Posted by 1GroovyBailey
Both the picture and the story. and I love the family picture right below it. Through every Low my husband and I have gone through I keep reminding myself there is also a high coming up!
• Dec. 23, 2005
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Posted by RainyDayMichele
Merry Christmas to you and your family, Nikki!
• Dec. 26, 2005
Beautiful
Posted by Kellyque777
What a beautiful blog post and honor to your marriage. I can tell you both are still in love after 14 years and getting better each year (based on your pictures) LOL. You are a beautiful couple and have a beautiful family. What a blessing to read your blog. Happy 14th Anniversary, and may God continue to bless your marriage.
<>< Kelly
• Dec. 27, 2005
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Posted by Happyhome
I was married to my best friend in 1991 as well! What a beautiful family you have. We have three boys (9, 6 & 4) and a baby girl. Blessings to you and your family.
Angela
• Dec. 31, 2005
Awwwwwww....
Posted by Jedi4sweet
well, Happy Belated Anniversary Nikki!! : ) Looks like you two are definitely a match made in heaven!!!!
Happy 2006 to you & your family!!!! = D
