Friday, December 07, 2007

Without Your Love

My husband and I are taking an 8 day cruise along the western coast of Mexico, which leaves tomorrow. Part of the reason for the cruise is that my husband really needs a vacation, and we're celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary on December 11. It's hard to believe it has actually been THAT long. There's so many memories from that time in 1982. I recall the weeks before the wedding, when Michael called me from his apartment in Montclair, near where he was attending college, to let me know that he and his roommate went hiking at night, and underestimated the snow on Mt. Baldy, then fell off a ledge, twisting his ankle. I'll never forget when he came home with crutches. His mother just about had a coronary because he didn't tell her about the ankle prior to him returning home for the wedding... Luckily, he had me to lean on after the wedding ceremony, and the limp was just about unnoticeable... 25 years later we're still leaning on each other.

25 years ~ December 11, 1982 ~ 2007





You can show me the way
give me a sunny day
but what does it mean without your love?

And if I could travel far
if I could touch the stars
where would I be without your love?

Whenever I get to feel
down and out
I think about what what you said
and then I give out

If I could fly away
if I could sail today
where would I go without your love?

You can show me the way
and give me a sunny day
but what does it mean without your love?

And if I could travel far
if I could touch the stars
where would I be without your love?

And if I ever wander away too far
you come and looking for me
with open arms

I could forget my home
feel like a rolling stone
but who would I be without your love?

And what does it mean without your love?

Where would I be?


The above song was played at our wedding instead of the traditional wedding march.


Peace

17 comments:

leslie said...

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!! Enjoy your vacation! You'll be missed.

NotSoccer Mom said...

happy anniversary!!!! hope you have a wonderful relaxing time.

Anne said...

What a great way to celebrate a milestone wedding. And what a nice tribute to your lasting relationship with this well written post and touching photos.

Backofpack said...

Congratulations! That is a milestone indeed, and so sweet. Have a great vacation!

barbie2be said...

roger daltrey?

Best wishes for 25 more years of happiness and bliss! have a wonderful vacation.

KatieFeldmom said...

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!

Cathy said...

Happy Anniversary Irene!

Have a wonderful trip. I will miss you while you are away.

Unknown said...

Happy Anniversary girlie! I know you guys will definitely enjoy the time together-can't wait to see the pictures :)

chantal2bfit said...

Happy Anniversary, Irene! And have a great time! BTW, I meant to say your grandson but got distracted at work and lost my train of thought. ;)

Pat said...

happy aniversary. I like that you said you're still leaning on each other.

I checked with the captain. You ship does have a treadmill with your name on it.

have fun

Anonymous said...

Happy Anniversary! 25 years is absolutely beautiful! So nice that you are both still 'leaning' on each other. How sweet. Have a wonderful cruise and can't wait to hear from you when you get back!

aaron said...

Best wishes! funny enough WE'RE celebrating 3 years married on December 11th!

E-Speed said...

how cute are you two?

Happy Anniversary! Here's to 25 more!

Anonymous said...

Wow, you're cruising! Happy Anniversary! Can't wait to hear about it and see photos! I love your wedding photo. You still look as great as ever. Not a day older. :)

Anonymous said...

Wow, you're cruising! Happy Anniversary! Can't wait to hear about it and see photos! I love your wedding photo. You still look as great as ever. Not a day older. :)

Irene said...

Thanks for all the wonderful comments, everyone!

Irene said...

Barbie2be,
Winner!