First Anniversary

There were so many things going on this month and one of them was my first wedding anniversary. I received some congratulatory wishes on my mobile that day from some relatives but the contents took me off guard. As usual, they wished us a happy long marriage which was followed by the magic question of whether I am with a child already or not – which did not bother me at all (because I have learned to shake it off). It is those appalling notes that after the sweet wishes ended with a tone like “If only you would listen and decided to get married a long time ago, you would be with kids by now” or ” I wish you had married younger, then you would not have to be worried so much now about having babies.” Some texts huh?!

In my defense, I never regretted my decision of marrying late at 35 years old. It was something that I didn’t plan to, however I just refused to settle for the next best thing. Moreover, the sole purpose of tying the knot for me was not about bearing babies but more about finding my true life companion. Did I enjoy my single life? Oh God knows I did. I dated a number of guys from different walks of life, but it never felt right to me. I would be considered normal in New York and Washington DC as the average marrying age there is 40 years old.

On 15th of February 2014, my hubs and I vowed to join our lives together until death do us part. We chose to do it here in Australia because we really liked the idea of an intimate wedding, attended only by close family members and friends. The only downside was the fact that a group of my very dear friends could not be present at our wedding. We opted for a simple, sort of fuss-free, sacred celebration as we both believed that the holy matrimony and abundance of heavenly blessing were the most crucial aspects of our special day. Certainly, the happiness of sharing it with others completed our joy.

My husband and I are two polar opposites. He is quiet, calm and collected, while I am bubbly, a social butterfly, and corky at times. Hence, I was utterly astonished when he sang a song for me during his wedding speech. I don’t think I’ll ever forget how magical that moment was. Ever.

I set out on a narrow way many years ago
Hoping I would find true love along the broken road
But I got lost a time or two
Wiped my brow and kept pushing through
I couldn’t see how every sign pointed straight to you

Every long lost dream led me to where you are
Others who broke my heart they were like Northern stars
Pointing me on my way into your loving arms
This much I know is true
That God blessed the broken road
That led me straight to you
(Yes He did)

I think about the years I spent just passing through
I’d like to have the time I lost and give it back to you
But you just smile and take my hand
You’ve been there you understand
It’s all part of a grander plan that is coming true

Now I’m just rolling home
Into my lover’s arms
This much I know is true
That God blessed the broken road
That led me straight to you