15 years ago today, I married my best friend (after Jesus, of course.)

She was wise and quoted Relient K, “Nice to meet you. I’m your better half.” (“The Best Thing”) We even have bought jerseys together, and I do think she looked better! Still does!

We have been a quarter of the way across this world (honeymooned in Ireland, and we get to see parts again this summer!) We have been all across the contiguous US.

We have shared fantastic fandoms, read and watched much together, and told Alexa to “Do the thing.”

We have forgotten things, reminded each other of things, and enjoyed many things.

We’ve had bands sing to and for us.

We have been in many weddings together, including my honor of officiating both of her siblings’ weddings.

We have both taught in public schools, been to many concerts, and helped many friends and family as well as been helped by many.

We have been practically penniless and riding high at times, but never very wealthy and usually joyful.

My favorite things have been living life, coming through together, and helping each other love and serve God better.

I am grateful for the woman God has blessed me with, and I look forward to many more years together. (Hopefully at least as many as the band Chicago!)

She has blessed me in more ways than I can count, and I thank God for His grace in brining her into my life (even if I’m the one who crossed the country to get to her.)

I love you, Caitlin! Thanks for the past 15 years and for being a woman of God!