Tis the Season

I love Christmas. I love this whole time of year - from Katelyn's birthday on Nov 15th until New Year's Day - it's just the best.
But, I have to say today is a special day. Today is my anniversary. Thirteen years I've been married to an incredible woman. Thirteen years that have been full of excitement; some sadness, some hurts, but most of all thirteen years full of loving life.
God has been good to us. That's the understatement of the century. We have the two most wonderful kids to ever walk the face of the earth. We have lived in eight different houses (sort of nine). We've called five different states "home" for a time. And through it all, we've grown to love each other more each year. (I suppose I can only speak for myself, huh?) But, what has made the difference for us is the fact that I believe we KNOW that it's God being good to us. He is the center of our lives.
Many people say that God is their focus. I do. And right now even more people than ever talk about Baby Jesus. But, if God isn't really at the core of who you are - and not in a "I go to church 3-4 times a year, I own a Bible, I even pray every now and then" kind of way. I mean God at your core - if He's not there, life is hard. Life can be no fun. Life can drop you in places you never thought you'd be. But, with God right there with you...it's all good.
So, today I celebrate! I don't deserve to be as happy as I am. I am more blessed than I ever should have been. And I owe it to a wonderful, amazing, beautiful woman. I love you, Kara!