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Jun. 15, 2008

Life--Expect the Unexpected!

Tuesday I am celebrating my 19th wedding anniversary. When I met my husband, twenty one years ago, in college, I would never have expected to marry him. I was dating someone else and ,after a traumatic breakup, didn't want to date anyone again for quite a while. My future hubby and I hung out with a group of mutual friends and went out to eat or to see movies as a group. Slowly I began to see what a nice guy he was and we finally started dating. He is a wonderful, kind, and considerate man. Happy anniversary to us! (We look kind of goofy in the picture, but I guess that is okay on your wedding day.)

This brings me up to the not-so-great news. Tuesday is the day that --instead of celebrating my wedding anniversary-- I take my dad to have surgery for cancer. I am also his primary caregiver since I am the only child. I will be busy for several weeks. I will try to visit blogs and post as I am able, but feel free to stop by and say hi even to me even if I am not able to visit you as often as I would like.

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Jun. 15, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Anonymous

Congrats on your upcoming anniversary. I don't think you look goofy at all in the photo. I am so sorry to hear about your dad, I will certainly keep him in my prayers, and you as well. I can't imagine how hard it is for you to go through this with him. Hugs to you, Pam.

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Jun. 15, 2008 - Happy Anniversary!

Posted by ReviewsbyHeidi

I think you look exactly the same! I recognized you before I even saw whose post this was! LOL
Sorry you have to spend your anniversary is such an unpleasant way. Praying everything goes well for your dad.
Heidi

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Jun. 16, 2008 - Awww...

Posted by ltjewel

Bless your heart. I will keep praying for your Dad and your family. Cancer is so hard.

Amy B

PS. To answer your question, I would not swap text books on paperbackswap since they weigh more and cost more postage.

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Jun. 16, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by melissal89

Happy Anniversary! I, too, think your photo is great.

Praying for your Dad that all goes well.

Blessings,
Melissa

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Jun. 16, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by bethanyrae

18 years! How do you stay looking so young?? I'm sorry to hear about your Dad...if I'm not mistaken, isn't it a good sign that he's a candidate for surgery? I pray the Lord will uphold you both!
Your account of your day was priceless!
bethanyrae

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Jun. 16, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by kimalita

Pam, thank you for the reminder of your father's surgery. It's something I've been praying about. You will be in my prayers as you go tomorrow.

Happy Anniversay to you and your husband.........

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Jun. 16, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by naturalpaths

Happy Belated Anniversary!

I am sorry to hear about your dad's cancer. He will be in my prayers and you as well. I know what it's like to be the only child dealing with a parent with cancer. (((((HUGS)))))

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Jun. 17, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by CrossView

I'm sorry the times are bittersweet right now. =(

Happy Anniversary, though!
You guys are an adorable couple.... =D

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Jun. 17, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by loripearce

Happy Anniversary! Our family will be praying for your dad. I also wanted to let you know I enjoyed your post on Mondays on Mothering (I couldn't leave a comment there). We are striving to keep that open loving realtionship with our kids as they get into those teenage years.
Lori

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Jun. 17, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by MayTheyBeMightyMen

Oh, darlin'! What a lovely picture. Congratulations on your wedding anniversary. I hope you'll have time to enjoy each other just a bit, even though it's a busy time.

I'll be praying for YOU and your father and your family...and that God would oversee all of this treatment! Blessings and hugs to you all!

Love you, Pam!

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Jun. 17, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Jennifer Valerie

Happy Anniversary my friend! I am praying for your dad and for you as you take care of him.
Love
Jenn

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Jun. 17, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by solidrock

Happy Annirversary!!!! Love your wedding picture. Our family is praying for yours. Blessings Tina

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Jun. 17, 2008 - Congrats on 19 years!

Posted by kcmyworld

That's a wonderful cause for celebration. DH and I are just at 11, so hats off to you. Praying for your father and for you as you take care of him.

Robin

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Jun. 17, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Anonymous

Happy Anniversary! What a sweet couple you make! Thanks for sharing the picture!

I'm so sorry to hear about the sad part of your day. I will say a prayer right now both for him and your entire family as you serve as caregiver. This is something I have never done but would imagine it would be challenging. Sorry I have no advice to offer other than lots of prayer and leaning on Jesus for strength. He is an ever present help in time of need!

Hugs,
Farrah

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Jun. 18, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by nikkisimcox

We will be praying for your Dad and family. Congrats on 19 years with your DH. Praise God for long lasting love ! In this day and age long lasting marriages aren't the norm and I think its great to see couples like you and your DH. God Bless ! ~ Nikki

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Jun. 18, 2008 - Hugs

Posted by nikowa

I will be praying for you.

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Jun. 18, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Jennifer Valerie

Hey Pam
How's your dad doing? Still praying for you all.
Jenn
www.jennifervalerie.blogspot.com

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Jun. 19, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Patiecake

I am sorry to hear this about your dad. I will pray for you. This an emotionall straining thing to go through. Also Happy aniversary.

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