TEN!

I guess an appropriate sub-title to this post is if I knew then what I know now. 10 years ago today I married the love of my life. I honestly cannot believe it has been 10 years since we said "I do!" Most of the time it seems like only yesterday, but occasionally it seems like forever!! On August 19, 2000, I knew that I was marrying a great guy, a true friend, and the person I wanted to spend every possible minute with. I knew I was marrying a smart ass who would always be quick with a one liner. I knew he was a good golfer, and shared my love of good food. I knew that we both had hopes and dreams that we were scared to share with anyone else. I knew that he loved me unconditionally (because he had met my family, and still wanted to marry me:) But, I don't think I knew how much I did not yet know about the man I had just promised to spend the rest of my life with. I am so thankful for the past 10 years, and the chance to have learned so much about myself, my husband and about life!

On August19, 2000, I did not know that a year later he would hold our little girl, and rock her to sleep, and it seemed so natural that I knew he was meant to be a daddy. I did not know, that when I would crash one of our cars (more than once), he would hold me and comfort me, and not get angry. I did not know that he would sacrifice some of his career goals in order for me to advance in mine. I did not know that he would send me flowers at work "just because." I did not know that he would be the one cooking dinner and cleaning the house most of the time. I did not know that he would teach me so much about myself just by listening to me complain! I did not know just how much I loved the man I had just married! There are a million other things that I did not know on August 19, 2000, that I do now. I thank God every day for bringing Chad to me, and for the life I have and the things I now know!

TIME TO DO IT AGAIN!!

I have been pretty non-existent in blog world lately. I could make excuses, but the truth is, I really haven't had much to say. I know that's so hard for you to believe, right? But, today I do have something to say....tomorrow I will be walking the Susan G. Komen 3 Day in Chicago for the second time!

This year we have expanded our team to include 3 new members. I am so excited to share the laughter and excitement as well as the tears and remembrance with each of them! Last night, my tent mate, and awesomest friend, Rebecca, and I worked for 3 hours on our tent decorations. About 3 weeks ago, we came up with a really COOL idea, and have spent the past 3 weeks adding to it and coming up with more ideas. If you do not remember, last year we were devastated when we did not win the tent decorating contest, so this year we went ALL out. I will share pictures via facebook tomorrow, and on my blog next week. Our theme is Candyland, but I will not share anymore right now! We got the idea, because our team name Boobalicious Babes is based off of Bubbalicious gum! I know we are going to come home with the ribbon, I just hope Rebecca doesn't expect to keep it:)

I would be lying if I did not say I am a little more nervous this year, because I did not train nearly as much as last year. I have been running fairly consistently, but walking just has not happened too much for me this spring/summer.

Tomorrow I will join nearly 2,500 other walkers and crew members on the journey of a lifetime! I cannot wait to see all the pink shirts, great team names, and meet some wonderful and inspiring people.

Thank you to everyone that attended a fundraiser, bought a super bowl pool square, made direct donations to my fundraising page, prayed for me and my teammates, and supported us during the time leading up to the walk. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers this weekend!

I will update on Sunday night or Monday morning with all the details and more pictures! In the meantime, check out my facebook page where I will update often! Go Boobalicious Babes!