A decade has passed...

As we sit on the pier overlooking the Venetian skyline I look at Harvey who is sitting at my side. Is it possible that we have been married for 10 years? Then I spot the blanket of grey that carpets the top of his head, the soft lines that rest on his sun tanned face. I then proceed to look down at myself, and I take note of the protruding belly that has left evidence of the 4 children it has safely held. My hands are beginning to change as I observe a few wrinkles, calluses and dry patches that have resulted in the years of honing in my homemaking skills. We both having just commented on how relaxed we feel; how stress-free we are. Those being feelings we haven't had in the 8 years of rearing our precious babes. Yes, is the answer. I think it is quite evident that we have been married for 10 years, physically evident to say the least.

However, not much has changed other than our physical appearances. So we are living abroad. We now have 4 beautiful children. Priorities have changed, and our knowledge has increased. Together we have accomplished many things. Our eyes have seen more and our hearts have come to know true friendship, however we are still very much the same.

As I continue to look out at the waters of Venice. I realize that these last ten years have been adventurous and fun, unpredictable and wonderful. For instance, who would have thought we would be celebrating 10 years of marriage in Venice? So 4 children and 5 countries later; we are exactly the same. Just Harv and Lindz, happy, loving what life has offered us, and still in love. Happy Anniversary Harv!