Article 26: Grateful Again

Saturday, October 10th, 2020 was World Mental Health Day. On that day, I married my partner of four years, Rush Smith. On the back cover of my book, in my biography, he is listed as my partner. Now he is my husband! It took me four years to wear him down, but finally he caved. I am so very grateful that our paths crossed and that our relationship has reached the next level. I am excited to experience the rest of my life with him.

Not only do I get everything I could ever want in a husband, I hit the jackpot with in-laws! From what I’ve heard, not many people get along well with their partner’s extended family. We do!

I met Rush’s parents before I met him. We attend the same church. A few months later I met Rush in his art gallery. His parents are amazing people and have been married for 50 years, with an anniversary on our wedding day. After Rush and I made our vows, they renewed theirs. It was a very special day and could not have been more perfect.

I am so happy to join his family. He has a really sweet sister who is married to the new big brother I have always wanted, and they have four incredible kids. I am an aunt!! I have much to be grateful for. In a world riddled with COVID-19, it is important to stop and give thanks for the blessings this life does afford us, no matter how small or how great.

Today I am grateful for my life and the blessings bestowed upon me, which have lead me to such happiness.

–SJB

*I kept a journal throughout my teen years, and one of the entries was about my aunt’s wedding. She was 32 when she got married, and I stated that “I would not wait THAT long to get married!!” I am 32, and I just got married.

One thought on “Article 26: Grateful Again

  • November 6, 2020 at 7:34 pm
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    Beautifully said. Again congratulations to a great couple. ??

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