Happy Anniversary

If I had this blog when Adam & I first got married this is the post I would have written about our wedding day:

I could hardly sleep. So when my alarm went off at 7am, I laid in bed with a large grin on my face. It was my wedding day, a day that I had been dreaming about since I was a little girl. I grabbed my phone and dialed his number. My groom answered and I couldn't wait to say "Happy Wedding Day!" It would be the last time we would talk until I walked down the aisle.

My life was about to change in a big way. Even though I was 25, I still ran into my parents bedroom and jumped in their bed and drank in the moment. The little girl in me snuggled into the bed and loved the one on one time I had with my Mom & Dad. These two people knew me best and that was all about to change. It was very bittersweet.

My cousin Taylor, who was also the Maid of Honor, was on her way to my parents house to pick me up and take me to breakfast. She took me to our favorite breakfast spot, The Bagel Cafe. Taylor and I might be seven years apart and technically cousins, but it has always been like we were sisters. After we ate, we headed over to my sister's salon to get our hair done. We were the first appointments that morning and my sister would be doing several of the bridesmaids hair.

As I sat in the chair getting my hair done, I drank my coffee and took in each moment. Everyone kept asking if I was okay, I guess because I was rather quiet. My mind was on Adam. I couldn't wait to see him. Would he like me dress? Would we cry? Would we laugh? All of these thoughts and more kept going through my mind.



Outside the wind was howling. It was a beautiful sunny day, but a front had come through the night before and left cold brisk air behind. The wind didn't help with up to 40mph gusts. I quickly made the decision that outside pictures would be out of the question. The girls would be freezing and worrying about their hair, and my veil would be all over the place.



Before we knew it, it was time to head to the church to get dressed and ready for pictures. As my bridesmaids and I gathered in the Brides Room, I couldn't help but feel so blessed. These girls have been my best friends and with me through so many different parts of my life.



Shortly after we took our pictures, it was time to hide in the Brides Room and wait. I'm not very good with waiting. Jessica, one of my oldest friends, gathered the girls around me and they prayed over me. Then the music started. No one told me what time it was. I knew it was getting close and my stomach started getting anxious. I wanted to see Adam, I was ready for it to be 1pm.



The wedding planner came and took everyone out of the room. Not a good idea in my opinion, but thankfully, my Daddy came in and we had a moment alone together. He was so calm. We were the only ones in the foyer and when the doors closed. It was time.



As the doors opened the sun reflected on the candles and it was so bright that I couldn't see Adam's face at first, and then I saw him. He was smiling from ear to ear. All of our friends and family had come together to witness this special day in our lives. I remember every detail like it was yesterday. Most people say it goes by so quickly that they don't remember much, but I made sure to take it all in.



I am a pretty outgoing person, but when all of the attention is on me, I get nervous and start laughing. At one point, I had all of the bridesmaids and groomsmen laughing. We had a video made of Adam & I growing up and our lives together. We both started to cry. Our families are so important to us and we both have so many wonderful memories of our childhood. We were now becoming a new family and we would be making new memories. Pastor Alex announced us as husband & wife and I kissed my groom!

Adam & I the night before at our Rehearsal Dinner

Sitting the foyer of the reception hall.

I love this picture. Adam is about to take the garter off my leg and I can't help but laugh.

First dance as husband and wife

We have managed to fit so much into our lives in the last five years. The Lord has blessed us with two beautiful children, who light up our lives. He moved us out of our comfort zone all the way to Bakersfield, California. We grew closer than ever in our relationship with The Lord and each other. He opened the doors for us to move closer to our family and return to Texas. There isn't anyone else I would have wanted to embark on this journey of life with. Happy Anniversary, Babe!

Happy 20th Anniversary

This is a special day in my family for many reasons. There will be a bunch of posts today, all dedicated to the special people and events that occurred on this day.

Twenty years ago today, my dad, officially adopted my sister and I. My parents were married two years prior, but I remember specifically asking my dad if I could call him "daddy." He then asked Christina and I if we would be okay with the decision to adopt us as his own. In all honesty, I don't remember much of my life without him in it. You don't have to be blood, to be a dad. This man has been a part of my life for 25 years and I am better for it.



Daddy,

I can't believe it's been 20 years already. I love that we celebrate this day every year and I hate that I am not there to share it with you and Christina. Clear as day, I can remember the red dress I was wearing, as we sat waiting for the Judge to arrive. Even though he never showed, we were fortunate that another Judge was available for the ceremony. Such a special day that I will treasure in my heart forever.

You took on two little girls as your own, and never looked back. Thank you for choosing us as your forever daughters. Thank you for loving me as your own. I have never felt differently. Thank you for holding me in your arms, when my heart was broken over a boy. Thank you for sticking with me, when my path wasn't the best. Thank you for encouraging me to be the best that I can be. Most of all, thank you for loving Mama then and now. You have set an excellent example of what a marriage should be. I love you Daddy!

~Tabaitha

Celebrating my 24th birthday

On vacation in Akumal 2003

Father's Day

5 years ago

Five years ago, we finally went on our first date and never looked back. We sure know how to pack a bunch of life in five years.

Feb 23, 2005 - First date
July 4, 2005 - Engaged
Feb 11, 2006 - Married
Nov 5, 2006 - Learned I was pregnant with our first child
July 10, 2007 - Mason was born
Jan 5, 2008 - Moved across country to California
July 18, 2008 - Learned I was pregnant with our second child
March 17, 2009 - Taylor was born

I can't wait to see what our next adventure will be. I can't imagine my life without you. Thank you for making the last five years, the best thus far. I love you babe.

Celebrating our birthdays at Dave & Busters

Waiting for our table at the Jack Daniels Grill

Our first picture together March 2005

Happy Anniversary

When I was younger and before I drifted off to sleep at night, I would think about my future husband and what I thought it would be like to be married. Each night, my mind would center around the same scenario of walking down the aisle, towards the man of my dreams. I would always fall asleep hoping that I would have a dream about it and hopefully see who my husband would be. It never happened.

I still remember the day that Adam & I were introduced. We were at a mutual friends birthday party and immediately we connected. It wasn't until seven months later that we went on our first date. If you don't know the story, I actually blew him off at first. He seemed to good to be true and I was enjoying being single. In February 2005, we went on our first date. It wasn't your typical first date either. My sister had gotten us tickets to a small private concert for Gavin Degraw. Four and a half months later, we were engaged.

It's been four years ago today, since I walked down the aisle and we became husband and wife. Everyone says the day goes by so quickly, and you forget so much of your special day. That isn't the case for me. I made sure to take everything in and I'm so glad I did. It was a beautiful day and more than I could have ever expected.

As a child, my thoughts on a husband and marriage were all fairy tales. Don't get me wrong, we have had some fantastic moments together. But it hasn't always been easy. The best part is, I get to share each day with the love of my life and there is no one else I would rather have as a partner. I thank God daily that He gave Adam to me. And thank you Adam, for choosing me to be your wife and loving me unconditionally. Happy Anniversary Babe!

Adam & I at our Rehearsal Dinner.

First Dance as husband and wife, dancing to Gavin Degraws "More than anyone"