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Last year I didnt get to write on the official day due to moving and no internet set up yet. So I thought since it was Sunday and it really isnt a day of celebrating the traditional way due to not being able to go out I would take time to write

Happy Anniversary # 6

Saturday, May 24, 2003, 8:00 in the morning in Nauvoo, lL.!

All I can say is: WHERE HAS THE TIME GONE!?? I remember my grandpa telling us over dinner right before we got married to really soak in the time together and cherish the school years even if they seem that they are hard and that the end is so far away Because it will come and go like a blink of an eye. I was like YEAH RIGHT!!! I have 4 to 5 long years ahead of us since Ryan had no schooling when we got married!!! Now that it has been a year since Ryan has been out of school and we have been in Phoenix. I do cherish that time and boy he was right about gone in a blink of an eye!

Us in Chicago on part of our honeymoon


Not only does this mark our 6th year of marriage it also marks our 1 year anniversary of being in Queen Creek, Arizona! This has been a year full of joy, sorrow, excitement, growth, and looking back we have been so blessed!!! The job has been tough due to trying to promote a new company at an economical down point but we don't regret the decision that we made. Ryan is such a hard worker and in the last few months has really started to make things move forward. I feel so lucky to be married to a man that NEVER looks for the easy way out. He has put his dues in with school and hard work and we have been blessed because of it. We have what we have because of HARD WORK! He is always going the extra mile and he is reconized by that by other contractors who have been putting his name out there! He is determined to provide for us and will do it at any cost. I believe that the job was an opprotunity to get us here but was not the only reason we were suppose to be here.

I found our home on Craigs List. Yup,,, who would of thought! It was such a prompting from the spirit because he led us to a community, ward, and friends that I will forever be grateful for! As I look back on this past year I have NEVER been so blessed with such wonderful women in my life. It hasnt been an easy year for me but it has been barable because of so many people who care and I cant ever thank them enough! My job has been a blessing and this year I have dodged some serious bullets to escape being fired. I feel so blessed, this line of work has taught me so much. Visiting with my brother and sister in law this past Feb really truly helped open my eyes to some reasons to my plan in life and that what I do isnt just a job but is just that...part of my plan!

We talked about temple marriage last week in Young Womens and I looked back and remembered that day and thinking that was one of the most important decisions I have ever made! We always go around our anniversary and due sealings to help remind us of the promises that we made that day.

We aren't doing anything to wild or crazy. We are headed to the Lake tomorrow for Memorial Day and then in August we are going to Washington DC for one of Ryan's mission companion's. He and his beautiful bride to be are getting married in the Washington DC temple. We are so excited to go!!! We are going to make it a big trip instead of a 24 hour deal that we tend to always do because of worry of money and work. I want a real vacation!!!! So it will be our anniversary trip!

Life is definitly a journey and I feel so lucky to be on this journey with Ryan forever!


Here are some fun photos of the past 6yrs together!

Ryan and I at the SLC temple at our friend's wedding


Our 2nd Anniversary- we went back to Chicago!


Our XMAS card picture Dec. 05


Ryan and I at USC pavillon vs WASHINGTON HUSKIES basketball game Jan 06


On the beach at Amelia Island Florida May 07


One of our MANY trips to California and picture on the Pier over looking the ocean Jan 06


In Flordia May 07



Sea World Nov. 06


At the Flamingo Observatory Feb 07


New Years Eve Las Vegas 07


Ryan and I in front our our condo Feb 07


Ryan and I in Seattle Nov 07


XMAS photo 06

Comments

Jo Lynn said…
Happy Anniversary to the both of you, what an adorable couple you guys are!!!! I love the pictures, especially of that special day in Nauvoo. How exciting, a new home!!! We are so jealous, I can't wait for the day but just like the advice given to you, these times are wonderful and I wouldn't want to miss out on them. My favorite picture is you two looking into each other's eyes and your veil is just beautiful draped over you like that, so cute.
I love you girl and you are one remarkable woman who has so much to offer! I'm excited you guys are going on an awesome vacation, WAshington DC will be so fun. :)
Beautiful post.
May 24, 2009 at 4:16 PM
Lindsey said…
Hey, I just got your message and I would love to do your hair. Let me know if you have plans tomorrow.

And happy anniversary! You guys look very happy and of course you are adorable.
May 24, 2009 at 4:47 PM
Julie said…
Happy anniversary!!! I loved looking at all of your fun pictures - you guys make a cute couple! I'm glad you get to go on a fun vacation this year to celebrate!
May 24, 2009 at 7:34 PM
Jen (@CasualChicMom) said…
Happy anniversary! We got married in 2003 too. :) I love that last picture of you two!
May 24, 2009 at 10:19 PM
The Wells Family said…
happy anniversary! yeah! we will be marrried for six years in june. it really is crazy how fast time flies. we are still in the school mode though...ugh. you are always so positive and faithful. i love reading your thoughts.

AND...coming to DC??? we really should try to get together! we live about 15 min from the temple. if you need a place to stay, you are more than welcome. we have plenty of room. :) and if you need anything while you are visiting.

xoxo
May 25, 2009 at 5:31 AM
D'On Marx said…
Congratulations on a wonderful 6 years! You two make a great couple and I'm so glad that we are a part of your lives.
May 25, 2009 at 10:14 AM
wendy and brig said…
Happy anniversary, you guys are the best. I am so glad we are friends. I hope you had a wonderful day.
May 25, 2009 at 11:01 AM
Drake Family said…
Happy Anniversary! I can't believe that it has already been that long since you got married. Nuts! I think about that stuff all the time, about how fast life is flying by. Sometimes it doesn't seem like it is going fast enough (when going through trials), but looking back it always seems to have passed quickly. BTW you look beautiful in all your pictures, but I love the last one of you 2. I never got that pic. in my X-mas card! Hope you had a great day. You guys have done some many fun things together and been on a lot of fun trips. I am sure you will have a blast heading to DC for a much needed vacation.
May 26, 2009 at 12:50 PM
Tawni Williams said…
Oh wow - what fun you guys have had - congrats on your anniversary!! You are a beautiful couple!!! :)
May 26, 2009 at 6:03 PM
Erin said…
Happy Anniversary!! I can't believe it's been 6 years since we were living at Hawthorne and driving to Logan in the middle of the night to go country dancing! I always think back to those days and remember how much fun we had dancing. What a great 6 years you guys have had!! Here is to many more!!! Lova ye
May 26, 2009 at 8:26 PM
Bryn said…
Karm, you are gorgeous! What a good looking couple! Happy Anniversary!! And I meant what I said today..anytime!! Love ya!
May 26, 2009 at 9:53 PM
Deanna said…
Happy Anniversary you two!! It was fun seeing your old pics. You guys look so young in some of them. And of course you look gorgeous in all of them!! Thanks a ton for all your help this weekend! Can't wait to live closer.. probably 2 more weeks and we will be in. yay!
May 26, 2009 at 11:19 PM
Blanchards said…
Karm ~ You are beautiful and it looks like you two have a million great memories to look back on. There is nothing like the time you spend in school together. Time does fly doesn't it...you both look like you have enjoyed it. You are such an example to me...thanks for always keeping in touch. Love you, Rach
May 29, 2009 at 7:42 PM
Kirsten said…
I LOVE YOU KARM, I HAVE A HARD TIME FINDING TIME READ BLOGS, BUT I READ YOURS AND I'M SO GLAD...THAT STANLY THING IS SOOOOO FUNNY, LOOK AT YOU BEING CREATIVE! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, THAT SURE WAS A FUN DAY WASN'T IT! YOUR BABIES ARE UP IN HEAVEN SAYIN' JUST HOLD ON A SECOND MORE, JUST HOLD ON! WE LOVE YOU AND RYAN!
June 2, 2009 at 10:07 PM
Anonymous said…
You are so stinkin' cute. Stop it! It's like you guys like eachother or something. Congrats on snagging my cousin, lot's of girls had their eye on him, (he used to work at the Thunder Down Under in Vegas). I'm glad that he choose you. I love you, AMY
June 4, 2009 at 9:43 AM
Whitney said…
congatulations on 6 years! i can't believe how time flies. good luck with all of your test and such...you are going to be an amazing mom! Love you!
June 4, 2009 at 4:24 PM
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