Ten years ago today…we were married.
Ten years.
I thought today was the perfect day to do my Shade of Shay on marriage…after all, being married for ten years is a pretty significant shade in my life.
On July 4, 2002, I met Andrew Shull. My brother had met him that summer at Kansas State where they both were on the football team. Sean was a freshman and Andrew was a junior. I was in one of the darkest, saddest times in my life. Just 10 days before that day, I had told the sweetest guy that I couldn’t marry him. I was in a fog like you wouldn’t believe. I walked into my parents’ house on that fateful day and met this 6’5″ boy from Missouri and we chatted. I remember thinking he was nice, but I had no idea that he would be the love of my life. Forever.
Two months later, I ran into him again at K-State and it was really true love right away. I knew the very next week that we were going to be married. I just knew. And on May 3 (8 short months later) he proposed.
And so we were married on March 13, 2004. Thirteen has always been my lucky number.
We were 22 years old, both freshly out of college, and we knew that in a month, he would be drafted and we would be moving somewhere across the country. It was scary and exciting and just perfect because we did it together.
Over the last 10 years, we’ve moved four times, started one very big business, started one small business, experienced three pregnancies, one miscarriage, six IUIs, 18 months of extreme morning sickness, two healthy deliveries, one daughter, one son, one adoption, built one house, had two dogs, suffered through two rounds of braces, two surgeries, been a part of two reality TV shows, been in one live TV wedding, and have traveled to 22 countries…together. We’ve done it all together.
Our marriage is far from perfect. You take two highly driven and motivated people and put them in the same house with very little sleep and a lot of perseverance and you often get fireworks.
But we both seek the Lord every day and walk with him…and the more we walk with God, the closer together we walk as a couple.
My best piece of marriage advice? Get over it. Andrew and I do a million things wrong…but the one thing we do right is get over stuff. We might argue but our arguments never last longer than 10 minutes. Ever.
Here is our philosophy…we aren’t getting divorced. So why should we stay mad? Hold a grudge? Give the cold shoulder? And heck no are we not sleeping in our bed together (we’re both too selfish about a good night’s sleep to ever sleep on the couch!). We’re not getting divorced, so we might as well get over it. And so we do. We have really mastered the art of agreeing to disagree. I don’t want to “win” any battle over my husband. We shouldn’t be competing against each other…we should we conquering this crazy world as a team.
Our wedding was fabulous and I’m extremely blessed that my parents were able to give us such a wonderful day…but it wasn’t the best day of my life. No way.
I have had hundreds of days better than our wedding day over the last 10 years…the best days of my life are the simplest days that I get to spend with this guy. I only thought I loved him 10 years ago.
I get emails every single day from women asking me for relationship advice. So many of you are dating guys and it’s just not working out. Here’s the thing ladies…if it’s not working out while you’re dating, it won’t work out when you’re married. Marriage doesn’t make anything easier. It makes everything more complicated. Do yourself a favor and pick a guy that makes dating simple…if he’s making your dating life simple, your married life will be off to a much better start. When the right guy comes along, it will be easy. Don’t sell yourself short.
I’m not saying you’ll find Mr. Perfect…because no one is perfect…but I do think you’ll find Mr. Perfect For You. That one guy that makes you a better version of yourself. That one guy that respects you, cares for you, laughs with you, provides for you, motivates you to be a better person and will do anything for you. Don’t settle for anything less.
Marriage is so much fun and such a blessing…but it is hard, hard work at times too. Do yourself a favor and start off on the right foot…pick a guy that makes dating simple.
My grandparents have been married 68 years. Sixty eight years. I hope and pray that Andrew and I are married that long too.
If I were to give advice to 22 year old Shay on marriage…here’s what I would say…Enjoy each day and don’t worry too much about the future. Treasure the moment you’re in right this second and stop thinking too much about future plans. Laugh a lot. Sleep a lot…one day, you’ll be tired…sleep in while you can. Laugh some more. Save and invest your money. Take some chances. Don’t be afraid to fail. Laugh some more. Enjoy the journey.
We’ve had our high moments…and we’ve had our low moments too. No marriage is perfect and I don’t for one minute want you to think our marriage is. But you know what…I always feel like the grass isn’t greener on the other side, the grass is greener where you water it…and I’m always trying to water my marriage.
Ten years later. Thank you Lord for my sweet husband. Here’s praying for many, many, many more anniversaries.
XOXO
Liz says
What a wonderful ode to your marriage, and a great reminder that the Lord comes first in all things, and when you have your relationship with him at the forefront of your life, he will guide you through the lowest of valleys and keep you grounded on the highest of hills.
Congratulations on ten years, Shay! I hope the ten years are just as fulfilling!
Mary says
What a great post! Happy Anniversary to you and Andrew and many more!
Jennifer Cannon says
Aw this one made me tear up!
I am getting married to my answered prayer October 11th! I am blessed with a man that puts Gods first.
You and andrew have a marriage that I lool up to! I applaud you for " getting over it" and pray daily that I can be better at that too! Ten years is a accomplishment. But sixty eight sounds better. Happy anniversary Sweet shulls!!
Xoxo
Jen
Kathy Cohen says
Congratulations on 10 years. I couldn't agree more with what you said. Marriage isn't easy and the grass is not greener! 13 is my favorite number too, weve been blessed with a boy and a girl, moved 6 times and have been married almost 22 years. You have to put forth the effort and like you said water the grass you have!
Jordy says
I'd been waiting for your Fifty Shades all week – wondering if there was not going to be one this week! But this one was so beautiful. Thank you for sharing your advice. Considering the fact that I am turning 22 in July, the words you said to your 22 year old self were so relevant.
Congratulations Shay and Andrew!!! Here's to many more blessed years! I have a question: did you guys do a pre-marriage course? Or anything like that?
P.S. Your grandparents clearly know the value of true commitment. How beautiful!
Amy Heinl says
Congratulations and Happy Anniversary…may God continue to bless your married life together
Tricia says
Happy Anniversary! That gave me goosebumps. The hopeless romantic in me hopes to find this someday. Wishing you and Andrew many more years of happiness. I'm grateful for this blog, so we can be along for the ride!
Stacy P. says
Happy Anniversary! And may I "ditto" all your remarks. 🙂 Marriage IS hard, but it is SOOOO worth it when you are with the right guy from the start.
Rachel -Doug Betts says
Happy anniversary!! This is one of your best posts! Loved the "get over it" advice. You are a beautiful couple, inside and out.
Lacey says
I love this. Marriage is the hardest but most rewarding thing ever when you do it with the right person. Andrew reminds me a lot of my hubby. Both springing out of bed @ 4:15 for the gym. That takes some serious dedication. Your post did highlight one thing the hubs and I need to do better. Take.more.pics. Yikes we stink in this category! lol
Congratulations Shay & Andrew!!!
And I know all 4 of your parents are extremely proud
Paula says
Happy 10 years, Shay. I really love seeing strong and healthy marriages. Life throws curve balls just because we live in a fallen world, but it also much of what you put into it.
I would also advise, marry your BEST friend. You should really like your spouse. And make time to prioritize it when kids come along. Much like you and Andrew, my husband and myself make nightly TV dates alone. We talk, we laugh, we catch up and connect. So important! Especially four kids later.
I also tell others marriage is NOT 50/50. You will fail if you expect that. 100% all the time with understanding in is a give and take. Selflessness!
Great post!
Bonnie says
What wonderful and wise words! Happy 10th Anniversary!
Erika says
Congratulations! This is such a beautiful post. My husband and I have been married for a year and a half and your marriage is certainly something to strive for.
MorganizewithMe says
Happy Anniversary! Very good words Shay. So much truth about needing to work as a team! I love what you told the single ladies, dating life should be simple. Hope you have a very special day!!! xoxo
Aubrey says
Beautiful! Your wedding day is just a DAY. Get over it. Water your marriage. So much wisdom. I couldn't have said it better! 🙂
Happy anniversary, my friend.
Amy Lynn says
Happy 10th! You are such a great example of how to look at marriage. I was married 10 MONTHS not years ago, and I know I have a lot to learn…but you are so right, the closer we walk with God, the closer we talk together. Love that. Thanks for sharing your journey. Excited to see what this year has in store for you guys. (aka Ashby) haha 🙂 God Bless you two!
Tanya says
Love your blog and especially love this post. When you said your advice "Get over it," I shook my head in agreement. That is a great attitude to have…we're not getting divorced, so we might as well get over it. I instantly knew that my husband was the right guy for me after our first date. I couldn't wait to spend more time with him, and dating seemed simple as you said. We just wanted to be around each other! I didn't meet him til I was 31, but it was worth the wait!
Happy 10th Anniversary! We will celebrate lucky #13 this year!
I Like Ike says
Beautiful and inspiring post. Happy Anniversary.
Blue-Eyed Bride says
Happy anniversary, cuties! I loved this post and 100% agree with you! Nothing is perfect. Get over that and just commit to loving each other and making it work.
Anonymous says
Happy Anniversary Shay!!! What a beautiful post this is. My question is different and you might not want to answer it. But the sweet guy you had to tell you couldn't marry, how did you know you shouldn't be marrying him? I'm 23 and have been with a sweet guy for almost three years. He assumes we are going to get married when the time is right but I don't know. I haven't told him that in so many words. I haven't broken up with him. He is a great guy, funny, hardworking, good looking….really a great catch except I don't think I'm feeling it. I mean, I don't know. I feel like I would be silly to break up with him but I just feel like there should be something else, I should feel something different. Obviously I don't know your full story with the other guy but it just hit me that it may have been similar to mine so any thoughts or advice would be appreciated. Thanks Shay!!!
Lynn {A Taste of Country} says
Love this!! Such a sweet post and great advice. Happy anniversary to you and Andrew!
April Parrish says
Happy 10 year Anniversary!!!! Beautifully said!!!! It's such an inspiration with your take on marriage! Divorce isn't an option!!!! My husband and I will celebrate our 10 year anniversary in October! What a blessing!
Have a blessed day!
Tracy says
Happy Anniversary!
Tab & Erika says
LOVE all these pictures!!! And…love that I have friends that are committed to the Lord and their marriage!
Mix and Match Mama says
Here's the thing…that sweet guy and I dated for 3 years and I can't say one negative thing about him. He just wasn't the one for me (and vice versa). I am so glad that I didn't sell us both short and marry him because it was convenient and safe. You both deserve better than that. It's hard. So incredibly hard to walk away…but 10 years from now, you could be celebrating your anniversary with Mr. Right and be so, so, so, so glad you did walk away.
Allison says
Happy Anniversary!!!!! 🙂
Anonymous says
We celebrate 19 years this summer. The best marriage advice I have is don't let your husband be a prisoner of your expectations. It took me many years to figure this out. I grew up with a single mom, so I had no example of a good wife. Thank goodness my wonderful husband didn't give up on me when I was such a pain in the early years of our marriage. I'll say it again ladies….DON"T LET YOUR HUSBAND BE A PRISONER OF YOUR EXPECTATIONS!!! Please, take this seriously.
Polka Dot Blossom says
Congrats on 10 years and Happy Anniversary! The 'Get Over It' advice is awesome. Couldn't agree more!
Tara G. says
Congratulations!! And it just gets better from 10! Enjoy celebrating!!!!
Slightly Askew Designs says
Why am I crying?!?! hahaha So Sweet!!! I've always thought that y'all exemplified teamwork and I loved everything about this post. I seriously think that Dave and I MIGHT have 10 pics of just us. hahaha Totally inspired to take more pics of just us. Happy Anniversary, Team Shull!!!
Betsy Hensley says
Well waking up and reading this was a huge blessing! Today is my anniversary also! 4 years for us 😉 thank you Shay. Love love love your blog!
Narci says
Happy Anniversary! Love you guys, and what a great post!! 🙂
Lauren Nelson says
What a beautiful post! Happy Anniversary to you two. As a single lady posts like these are always so encouraging. As always thank you for sharing and encouraging!
Karen says
Happy Anniversary! Thanks for sharing the love!
Ny says
Love this post Shay! You are right on– the grass isn't greener elsewhere. Thank you for always keeping it real on this blog! Happy anniversary and many more blessings to the Shull's!
Nicole says
Cograts on 10 years! We will 12 this August (together 18 come fall, high school sweethearts) and I agree 100% with everything you said in this post ….My grandparents were married almosr 60 years before my grandpa passed…they are my inspiration!!!!
Kelly Stamps says
Happy 10 years!!!!!!! Y'all are the cutest couple! I love all the pictures of you two!!!!
Praying y'all have 60 more wonderful years together!
Rebecca Jo says
Happy Anniversary to you two!! Many more years to you both!
Stephanie says
I'm new to following your blog and didn't realize your brother and husband went to KSU and that he's from MO. Where in MO? Congrats on 10 years, that's a wonderful milestone!
Keisha Dawson says
Happy Anniversary! This blesses my heart so much! You guys are a wonderful example of what God truly desires from a marriage. We have been married for almost 13 years, and we have had some amazing highs and some horrible lows, but I wouldn't change a thing. God has blessed me with such an amazing man to do life with, and I couldn't be more thankful!
plfuller6 says
Beautiful. And, you are so right; just get over it. You cannot expect two people who are raised in two different households to come together as one and agree on everything. Make your own way as a married couple and forget about yourself!
Kristen Sass says
Happy Anniversary! You two are an inspiration! My husband and I are going on 3 years this July, you gave some great advice! 🙂 Thank you!
Annie Cox says
This is one of my favorite posts by you. Happy Anniversary! You guys have a wonderful life together and I am happy you are willing to share a lot of it with your readers. Congratulations to 10 years and many more!
Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says
I can't believe I am just now getting around to reading this post right now! So soooooooooooo good. Really SO good. And might I say….you've aged well. Isn't that right Erika and Narci?!? he he he 😉
Liz/happymommy says
Favorite post yet!!! You two are just so sweet and I just loved all of your advise….so much adventure the two of you have had together! Happy 10 year Anniversary! I am married coming up on 7 years here and it's not always sunshine and roses but it's all good! I feel truly blessed every day to have the life I have with my wonderful husband and our 2 beautiful children!
Anonymous says
I love this post and completely agree with everything! My husband and I have only been married 2 years but we plan on having many more happy years in the future!
Andrew Shull says
When it comes to cheesy stuff posted on the internet Shay knows it is one of my biggest pet peeves. However, on my 10 year wedding anniversary what kind of a chump would I be if I let that stop me from giving a shout out on my beautiful bride's blog. What a blessing the past 10 years have been. 10 years ago if I were to sit down and write a perfect plan for my life, I would have never even dreamed it would be as good as this. Ephesians 3:20 Through the good and bad times God has always given us the strength and fight to keep going. Shay you surpass all my wildest expectations on a daily basis! Thank you for saying yes to a 280 lb farm boy from Missouri. I love you!
Katie Paladino says
Cheers to 10 years!! Happiest Anniversary to such a sweet couple! Loved your thoughtful words on marriage!
April says
You two are precious! Happy Anniversary!!
Awn says
Congratulations Shay & Andrew!! I couldn't agree more with your post. My husband and I will be celebrating 12 yrs in August!
Awn says
Congratulations Shay & Andrew!! I couldn't agree more with your post. My husband and I will be celebrating 12 yrs in August!
Crazy Mama J says
Happy Anniversary! Love the advice to "get over it" and the point about finding someone who makes dating simple. All so true and great advice.
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says
First of all, Happy Anniversary! You and Andrew are too cute. Also, I love all of your advice. My husband and I say the same thing about arguments. We're not getting a divorce, so we can continue to stay mad at one another and not be happy, or get over it and move on.
Laurie Ann says
Congratulations to you both! I've been reading your blog for a while, so I feel like I "know" you in some ways. Out of all the couples that I know and "know", you guys really stand out as truly being a team. Thanks for your great example to so many of us!
And also, thank you for your advice about choosing someone that makes dating simple. No one has ever put it that way, but I think that's great advice and I intend to take it.
Enjoy your day!
Colleen Sullivan says
What a great way to start my day by reading this! Getting over it, as you say, is so true to keeping things healthy in a marriage! I love the advise for dating and keeping it simple too….oh so true! Keeping Christ at the center is also so important and has been key for my marriage. Thanks for these encouraging words and all you share about your life, and do for so many people!
Jen says
Well said! Happy Anniversary!
Michelle says
Happy Anniversary! You both make a beautiful couple.
V @ X-tremely V says
Happy 10th Anniversary! You two are an amazing and inspiring couple 🙂 I wish you many more years of happiness together!
Anonymous says
What a beautiful post. Thank you for sharing! I've been married to my best friend for 23 years, and we live by that same principle "divorce isn't an option, so let's figure this out together". Creating a good marriage takes work, but it is SO worth it. Congratulations on your anniversary!….Lana
Unknown says
Happy Anniversary! Very sweet post and great advice, thanks for sharing!
Michelle Ragsdale says
Happy Anniversary!! great post, great outlook! I love..the grass is greener where you water it! Thank you so much for sharing! btw..my lucky number has always been 13 too
Mara Kreiling says
Happy Anniversary! I'm new to your blog and have enjoyed reading it. On a lighter note, did you notice how Andrew is wearing a v-neck tee in almost every picture? Did you ever see the episode of Happy Endings where they do an intervention for Dave being obsessed with V-neck tees? LOL!! 🙂
Sarah says
Happy anniversary!!! I love what you said about the watering your grass to make it greener because I've often thought that same thing!!!
Anonymous says
Great post; thank you for sharing your thoughts on marriage and your lovely pictures! I also need to be better about taking pics of me and my hubby — most of our pics are of our kids! i appreciate the advice to just get over it… so so so true!
RebeccaLynn17 says
Happy 10th Anniversary Andrew & Shay!! What a great love story and message of God's faithfulness and grace. May your marriage continue to be blessed with love, joy and companionship for all the years of your lives! xo
Steph says
Happy anniversary! I needed to read this post. My husband and I have been married for 3 years and have had a pretty rough year, this last one. We're trying to work it through but your advice has just been so good to read. Thank you.
Christy says
Happy Anniversary!
Andrea Darst says
Happy Anniversary! My hubby & I will be celebrating 10 years married this December. I agree with you…it should be a partnership, always!
Deidre Morgan says
Happy 10th Anniversary!! A quote from The Antelope in the Living Room: "You either let the struggles and challenges draw you closer in or create resentment. The key is having a good foundation of friendship, respect and love". I will be celebrating 25 years next week and this is such a true statement. Blessings 🙂
Deidre Morgan says
Happy Anniversary!!
A quote from The Antelope in the Living Room; "you either let the struggles and challenges draw you closer in or create resentment. The key is having a good foundation of friendship, respect and love".
I will be celebrating my 25th anniversary next week and this is so true. Blessings 🙂
Mely says
Shay, I love your advice. My boyfriend and I tend to disagree sometimes but I always remember that my relationship and the love I have for him surpasses my ego and I get over things. Even though we disagree we never name call or disrespect each other. I am so happy I stumbled on your blog! I read it almost everyday while drinking my morning coffee at work.
Dancing Through The Storms says
Happy 10 years…. 🙂 I hope the next ten years are just has blessed. Have a wonderful day. Great post today. 🙂
Tella says
So extremely happy for you both on this day! I absolutely love your marriage advice because I'm starting a relationship that ten years down the road I may be celebrating an anniversary! I'm 24 and he's 32 but it feels so right, right now where we are at and it's so good to hear from such a blessed.couple!! Looking forward.to hearing about the many years ahead!! Happy 10 years to you both!!
Sara Laverty says
Congrats to y'all! And congrats to your grandparents, too! That is awesome. 🙂
Anonymous says
Congratulations!! May God continue to shine out of you both and may you be an example to others!
Okay so this may sound weird but could you please do a video sometime? I'd love to hear and see your life and home. I don't know, I guess I want to put a voice to face.
Kelly says
What a beautiful post, Shay! Congrats to you and Andrew on 10 years of marriage. Thank you so much for opening up and sharing your advice on marriage. I'm on 5 years and counting, and I agree with you that it is not always easy!
Dawn says
Happy Anniversary!! 🙂
Belle and Grace says
Thank you for this lovely post, and congratulations on 10 years! My husband and I will hit that milestone this summer, and I love hearing about other people's journeys. You give some great advice! What a wonderful couple y'all are! Happy Anniversary!
xo, Summer
http://www.belleandgrace.blogspot.com
Cindy Perdue says
Happy Anniversary to you both.Love reading you blog Love reading about your family. Love keeping up with your handsome brother & his beautiful wife.
May God bless your special day.
Cindy Perdue says
Happy Anniversary to you both. Love reading your blog and keeping up with your beautiful family. Also love keeping on with handsome brother & beautiful wife on Twitter & Instragram.May God continue to bless you andthe next 10-20-30-40-50+ years of your marriage.
Sarah E @ theteacherswife.com says
Great post and HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! I love your advice and some I probably need to take for myself. Kev and I are both super stubborn, but life is too short for that! Hope y'all are doing something fun to celebrate! 🙂
Elaine Welte says
I love that, "the grass is greener where you water it!" Such a perfect quote! Congratulations on 10 years!!!!
amandapreece says
What a wonderful post! My husband and I remind me a lot of the two of you–we aren't getting divorced. Period. We know that. So, just get over it. I love that you are the same way! Congrats on an awesome milestone in your marriage! I've been married for 14 years and am looking forward to the next 50 together!
gummybearmama says
Shay, thank you for this post! You put into words so many of my thoughts/beliefs on marriage. I can't believe my husband and I are coming up on our 5th anniversary…do the next 5 years fly by just as fast??
Happy 10th anniversary! 🙂
Dani @ Adventures of a Pharm Girl says
I absolutely adore y'all! Sending lots of love and prayers from South Carolina for many, many more to come!
Sarah Schnurr says
Happy Anniversary! You are so inspirational and I am so glad watching the bachelor led me to your blog!
Liz/ says
And I just read Andrew's comment and he made me like him even more….so sweet!!! 🙂 Happiest of Anniversaries to you two!!!
Laurie S says
Shay and Andrew:
HAPPY HAPPY 10TH ANNIVERSARY! Great post about your God-first marriage. Great pics too! Wishing you a wonderful celebration time, and many many more blessed years! Keep on watering! Go Team Shull!!!
Laurie S
sarah c says
Happy aniversary!!! Love you Shay!! Y'all are two spicy people. Love your advice!
sarah c says
I also love how Christ is the center of yalls marriage!
Hannah, Here! says
You two are the masters of the selfie! Happy Anniversary to you both!
You should share some more wedding photos! 🙂
Lora G says
I wasn't going to comment until I saw Andrew's comment, so so sweet and genuine. I am so thankful to be married to an awesome guy too! Happy Anniversary!
Ann says
The grass is absolutely greener where you water it. I have never heard that, but LOVE it. Happy anniversary!
Leslie says
Hi Shay! Happy Anniversary!! Congratulations on 10 years!! Your post made me teary. What a wonderful picture of what marriage truly is!
mommydontplay says
Happy Anniversary y'all!!! Loved looking through all your photos of the two of you! And, you're so right about "watering" your marriage!
Jeanie says
Happy anniversary, you two. Loved all the pictures.
Audrey says
This has to be my absolute favorite post on your entire blog – and that's saying a lot because I love each and every one of your posts! You are such a great encourager and woman of faith. Thank you for sharing! xoxo
Angela Ellingson says
Happy anniversary!!! Love all the pictures of you two. You have such a beautiful story!
Anonymous says
My husband and I are going on 12 years of marriage, such great advice you give. It's so great that the world is able to see a real and positive example of marriage in you two. They just don't come any cuter than y'all! happy Anniversary!!
klmoore23 says
How cute are you two! I swear Andrew has just become more handsome in the last ten years, and you are more beautiful! What a wonderful post about how amazing marriage is. I've had way to many friends tell me to enjoy my singlehood and to think twice about marriage. You give me hope that I can one day have one just as wonderful as you have. Congratulations! 🙂
Traci says
A guy with long arms for selfies is always a nice bonus too 😉 Would have taken all those fabulous pictures of the two of you on all those trips if your man had shorts arms?
Sonya Berkebile says
I love your marriage tips. So right on. Thanks for being a wonderful example of a Christ centered marriage!
I am celebrating 14 years this June with my wonderful husband and we know that without God in our lives and our marriage, we wouldn't still be together.
Happy 10th Anniversary and I wish you many, many more!!
CWestlake says
Happy anniversary!! You're even more beautiful today – both of you! I really love your "advice" and totally agree with everything. My husband and I got married fresh out of college too, and I echo your advice to be with someone who is easy to date and makes you a better person! Your words about how to make marriage work remind me of similar advice in Shauna Niequist's book Bittersweet…she said for a good marriage you need to "get over yourself." 🙂
bbrawley says
Hey Shay! I loved,loved your post! I think this one is my most favorite by far and I thought one that you wrote on the Early Bird gets the worm , the one with your testimony on infertility, the Andrew Q&A and the one about your brother, 2 years ago were my favorites…
Okay, this one has topped that list! You are definitely my favorite! Happy Anniversary to you and Andrew. You are such a sweet woman! I am proud to call you friend!
Shelby says
Wow!! What an amazing, great post full of so much love, honesty, & truth!! Your advice about it being easy dating someone could not be more true!! That is how I knew my hubby was the one! And I met him RIGHT after breaking up with a long relationship too! 🙂 God has plans for all of our lives <3 He is in control 🙂
Kacey says
Happy Anniversary!! This was beautifully stated and I pray that I too find my Mr. Perfect For Me 🙂
mel @ the larson lingo says
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this post! Everything is spot on & so true. Wonderful advice! Happy 10th to an awesome couple!!!
Jaren says
I must have missed this post last week. Congratulations on 10 years and wishing you many many more! Great advice too!
Meredith Broussard says
Finally catching up on all of your recent posts and just wanted to say how much I treasure your marriage advice. I am currently dating someone whom I do see a future with. We have discussed marriage and both agree divorce will never be a possibility for us. I pray that I become a godly wife who will "get over it," forgive and forget, and never cease to support and pray for my future husband. Congratulations on 10 years! I wish you both many, many more!
Melanie says
You are an inspiration!
Anonymous says
Hi Shay, I'm a new reader – my friend just shared your blog with me and I've got some catching up to do! – and just love this. I looove your style – could you share your wedding ring set? Thanks! Jenna
Kim Taylor says
My birthday is March 13, 1964 and while you were celebrating your 10th anniversary, I was celebrating turning 50 in one of our most favorite places on earth….Maui HI!!! So congratulations to 10 yrs and to my 50 yrs and here is to many many more years for both of us!!! PS…..13 has always been my favorite number!
Elizabeth Park says
Ah Shay,
I loved reading this post on your 10th yr anniversary marriage again.. I love the philosophy of "getting over" things, and how there is no point to "win" any battle over your own husband.
Also I thought how that picture of you and Andrew in the black and white reminds me so much of K and Smith! So cool. =)
Anonymous says
Great post, thank you for being honest and real about your marraige ;-).
One thing I would love to see a post on is how you have started your businesses. My husband and I have thought about it, but it's a scary prospect. Any advice on how you two did it as a team would be wonderful. Thank you!!!!
Sara says
13 March 2004 you get married and I gave Birth to my son Edoardo, what a great day. Ciao from Italy.