Thankful

I remember, before the days of Ryan, those cold winter days when I ached to be married. I ached to open my eyes, see the snow falling outside my bedroom window and have someone to share that moment with.

I dreamed about going outside to take pictures of the beauty {because it's one of my favorite things to do} and having someone to stand beside me in the snow.

And people tried to warn me not to expect that. That these sorts of movie-like moments don't happen in real life.

But I held onto my dream.

The dream that one day, on a cold, snowy day, I'd go outside to take pictures, and I wouldn't be by myself.

The dream that some man would stand beside me in the snow for pictures.

And you want to know something?

Ryan didn't just DO it. He suggested it.

He set up the tripod and ran through the snow...

...just to take pictures with me

I love that man. I love how he knows me and embraces what I love. How he proves to be the man I prayed for even when people said such men didn't exist.

And it doesn't hurt that he has a sense of humor too.

Thankful.

And I know, from the emails you send me, that there are many of you out there wondering, waiting, praying for a day like this for yourselves. I want you to know that I pray for you {some of you by name, if I know your name!!} especially extra right now, as I know this particular season can be a tough one when you're longing. To you, my sweet friends, I encourage you to keep asking God for His good and perfect gift for your life. And if part of that gift is a husband, then know the one He brings to you will be a blessing to you like Ryan is to me. You are on my heart today, my friends. I love you and am so glad you spend time here. If you need specific prayers, email me! Happy to listen and to pray.