I didn’t realize how great it would be to celebrate 10 years of marriage until we did. Why was 10 so much better than 9? Or was it? There is something about sharing a decade together that made this anniversary so special. 10 years, just Curt and me, of travel, self-discovery, patience, and intimacy.

I think my own 10-years-married celebration helped me connect with Pam and Ryan so easily. They celebrated 10 years of marriage this year as well – adding a few dogs along the way. I love when married couples have their pictures taken, and I wish more couples would see the value in it. You make changes, and you grow, and you can choose to do this together and support each other, so why not capture your emotional growth along the way? There was such a peaceful presence with Pam and Ryan, even with the dogs around! They mean everything to each other, and you get a sense that each other is what they hold most precious in their lives. This reverence they have for each other is something any couple celebrating any anniversary aspires to have.

Thanks for sharing the love, Pam and Ryan.