with football season underway, i can't help but think of this year's anniversary in terms of a sports game. my parents have been married 35 years, yesterday (congratulations mom and pops!). my hubby and i mere rookies, bringing up the rear with 5 years under our belt . i feel so proud of my parents. they've put in dedication, passion and effort season after season. they do it all while remaining friends and executing their team challenges with grace. i aspire to face the future matches with my partner in life, with the same fervor. none of this chip eating, couch slouching, empty yelling approach, but instead a get-up-on-your-feet, chest pumping, hand slapping - tackle each day with gusto, kind of lineup! i look forward to the next 30 years and 30 years after that...married to the love of my life. and hats off to all the other long standing records we're surrounded by.
T: together E: everyone A: achieves M: more.
we celebrated 5 years this month at bouchon restaurant, downtown santa barbara. i have longed to try this cuisine for almost a decade. often recommending it to visitors, but never going there myself. i thought this to be the perfect occasion. (brides take note, they have a private dining room, the "cork room" that is so intimate and perfect for a small rehearsal dinner). our meal and wine were outstanding and the service exceptional. they even greeted us with rose petals on our table for our celebratory dinner. we were so satisfied from dinner that we couldn't possibly have dessert, so our waiter brought out a complimentary and delicious fruit plate complete with a candle. above and beyond! thank you bouchon.
