Happy Anniversary

A friend posted this on Facebook and I thought it made a lot of sense. So in honor of our 12th anniversary today... . "There's so much talk about soul mates nowadays (cue: any of eHarmony's ads) that dating and marriage have gradually become less about a growing sense of unity and sacrificial love, and more of an individualized relational "accessory." Thus, most singles fully expect to find "the one," or a "perfect match." Reality is, however, that even married couples who sincerely love each other grow—and sometimes struggle—to become soul mates over time. Deep unity in marriage can take years to develop. So how can any daters, well-lit or lit not at all, logically expect relational depth to occur quickly? And how can we be absolutely dismissive when it doesn't automatically? "No physical chemistry," singles often say by the first or second date, even if they really enjoy the other person and share multiple other connections." -Meretith Whitmore * Happy Anniversary, Steve! Even if I don't always like you, I'll always love you! We're forever.