11 Years...wait, let me count... yep, 11 years.

In March, John and I celebrated our 11 year anniversary. Here's the pathetic thing... I keep forgetting how long we've been married. People ask... and I have to stop and count. I now understand why my mother used to forget how old she was. Cuz now, I'm doing the same thing. I keep telling people I'm 30, and Race keeps correcting me: You're 31, Mom.

So, ya. Here's to 11 years with my best friend, and some of my favorite pictures along the way:

March 9, 2001 at the Mesa Arizona Temple

2003

2004

2007

2010

March 9th, 2012

I've learned so much in the 11 years together. We did a lot of growing up.  And I want my boys to know that marriage requires sacrifice and service.  In today's world, this is so important to understand, because we live in a selfish world. Marriage is hard work, but the blessings are abundant.  And through the Temple, we understand that families can be together forever. And because of the Temple, we want to work hard at our marriage. Because we understand that true happiness comes through sacrifice and service.

Mesa Arizona Temple

I love you John. Here's to many, many more years. So many I'll forever lose count...