You'd have to have seen "Princess and The Bride" to get the Twoo Wuv reference, but it's just one of many things my own true love and I have in common. This blog post is surely puke-worthy for anyone who doesn't want to know how Chris and I measure L-O-V-E, and TMI-gag-me-worthy for anyone who'd rather, well, gag than click on our vow renewal video. I'm posting this primarily for our children who, some day, will be making their own decisions regarding a lifetime mate. May they be as fortunate as us. It's also for our dear friends who know us well and have been a part of our 20 year journey. Wishing you all some twoo wuv today!
TWENTY THINGS WE LOVE:
On our 20th Anniversary this past September 22, Chris and I went to a charming little restaurant in downtown Houston and listed 20 things we love about each other--10 topics each. It didn't matter if there were overlaps and the lists are not in order of preference; we simply wrote what came to mind:
Chris said about MJ:
- Spunky
- Laughs out loud
- A complete person
- Thoughtful & caring mom
- Takes care of herself
- Christian
- Best friend
- Worldly
- Compassionate and selfless
- Smart
MJ said about Chris:
- Patient
- Fun-loving
- Optimistic
- Smart and successful
- Responsible and reliable
- Loving, committed father
- Christian
- Takes care of himself
- Thinks I'm hot
- Faithful
Below: Renewing our vows at Mo Ranch in Hunt, Texas, with the Rev. Harry Slyve officiating. More special than our actual wedding day, since this time around we had mutual history to draw us close, and no one fell over from a heart attack (another story for another day!).
You, your husband and your family are too precious! Thanks for sharing the love. Families like yours make our world a better place. Much love to you and yours, Charlotte
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