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| Roses - Photo by Loree Huebner |
Last week, Eric and I celebrated 25 years of marriage.
25 years is quite a milestone for marriage in today’s
world.
As we celebrate and continue to celebrate this
Silver Anniversary—Huebners tend to allow their celebrations to go on and on—we
also took inventory and counted our blessings.
Our life together has had its share of ups and
downs. We waded through difficult times, and rejoiced in the beautiful moments.
No matter if it was on top of the mountain, or in the valley, Eric and I did it
together, Team Huebner, and the Good
Lord walked us through it.
After 25 years, our love has never been stronger. My
heart still turns to mush and beats at the quickstep when I’m coming home from
work, or Eric is on his way home.
Eric and I also share a passion for storytelling, writing,
and history. He loves sports and I love nature—here we mingle together. It’s
important to mingle in each other’s off interests. I begin where he ends…and he
is strong where I am weak…and so on. We pick each other up when we fall, and
dance together in the good times.
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| Roses - Photo by Loree Huebner |
We have three beautiful, intelligent children who
have chosen career paths to help others who are finding life difficult, or who
can’t help themselves. My oldest daughter is an attorney, the second oldest
daughter is a mental health and drug addiction counselor, and my son just
started Law School. They see those who need help and are in service out there trying
to make a difference. I couldn’t be prouder. That’s what the Lord would want
them to do. Sometimes it seems overwhelming. I always told them as my mom told
me, “Take it one day at a time. If you take
the time to help just one person, you’ve done something.” Back when the
kids were small, until the baby was in high school, I stayed home with the kids
while Eric worked. It was both a big sacrifice and a huge blessing.
We have a home. It’s not the biggest house, and it’s
not the smallest house. The house is average size and needs some work, but it’s
ours. The same goes with our cars.
Our health meter would be in the good range. Of
course, we all have minor issues, but nothing life altering or threatening. We are working and have health insurance.
We have wonderful family and friends we love so very
much. And, we have two faithful dogs who share our lives.
As far as my writing dream, I’ve had a 10 page
history article published that I co-wrote with my hubby, and I have one of the
most awesome inspirational romance agents—Mary Sue Seymour—working on my side.
I’ve also met some delightful authors along the way.
The ride has been bumpy at times, but all and all a
good one. It’s been a real amazing journey. True love and trust has been the
key to a successful marriage. Add a dash of frequent romance and mutual
interests, and you have the recipe for a long lasting relationship.
How often do you count your blessings?
If you are married—do you rejoice together as well
as help each other stand on shaky ground? What are your secrets to a successful
marriage?
If you are
single—what is a key element in how do you see your relationships blooming?
Can you believe summer is almost over and school has
started? Where did it go?
I would be thrilled to hear from you.
Between you, me and the gatepost,
Loree
