Today marks two years since Andy and I officially joined forces. In one sense, it seems like its been a lifetime, but on the other hand, time could probably slow down a bit.
Life moves fast, as anyone will tell you. There are so many highlights realms that I replay in my mind — moments of pure joy that cause me to reminisce — but in truth, those memories are just fleeting moments of a much larger reality. We travel together and we dream big. But for each milestone moment, there are many more that are simple.
A good morning kiss.
Dancing in the kitchen to Indie folk music.
Silence around a fire.
Cuddling.
A rom com on a Friday night.
New experiences.
Weirdly finishing each others sentences.
It’s so easy to get caught up in the rush of doing, that we sometimes forget to just be. At least, I know I’m guilty of this. So much of my energy and focus can be spent on the next big thing— growing our saving account, the next international trip, finishing school, etc. Those moments bring joy and a sense of satisfaction, of course, but there will always be something to accomplish next. What I know gives me the most happiness is the time in between, I just need to be present enough not to miss those moments, because they move quick.
‘Waiting’ can mean you miss out on what’s right in front of you. So it will probably be really worthwhile for me to stop waiting and start enjoying.
That’s the journey of discovering. The freedom to choose. To establish your own boundaries within your relationship. To find what’s important, what you value most and how you want to live your life with intention.
We have no idea where we will be in a few months, never mind years. But I know whether I am on a beach or in the middle of another New England winter, choosing a life filled with love is the greatest gift I have been given.
Taking a trip down memory lane…
(so many individual photos, because we aren’t good at using tripods)
This weekend we are off to do what we do best and explore Acadia National Park in Maine where the reception is weak and the stars are strong. Cheers to new experiences, all of em’.
It’s a wonderful life with you by my side
All of our friends, feet in the sand
Beneath the stars it never ends
And we got no explanation cause there's no expectations
Just beautiful faces and nowhere to go
Good things come in threes, right? I’m sure this year will be the best one yet. XO
P.S. Wedding photos captured by the lovely Root and Bud.