So first, some bad news. I'm going to be leaving you for a few days. But, never fear, our dauntless hero, Kelly, has agreed to take over posting updates in my absence. As for why I am running out on you, I am going to Arizona with my husband, Dan, to celebrate our upcoming second anniversary. Our anniversary is actually on Tuesday, April 19, but we are going to spend a few days in Phoenix and Scottsdale to celebrate.
This is a photo from our wedding.
The reason we are doing the celebrating a little early is because in addition to celebrating our anniversary with my handsome husband, I also get to spend it with U2. We actually managed to get tickets to the Phoenix show on the Vertigo tour, so this time tomorrow night, we'll be doing a very good impression of people who want to hear music so loud that their ears ring for two days.
A note for our older readers: U2 is a rock band from Ireland. They have been hugely popular for longer than I have been alive and, reportedly, put on a fantastic live show. Unfortunately, the name U2 sounds kind of like the words "You, too," when you say them. This lead to the following conversation between my mom and I.
Me: "Yeah, we're going to go to Phoenix in April and see U2."
Mom: "Wait. How are you going to see me in Phoenix too? I'm not going to Phoenix."
To mom's credit, it's pretty much my fault that she missed the 1980's. I love you, mom!
Dan and I got married two years ago on April 19, and I can't believe how quickly those two years went by. I'm sure I'll be saying something similar at our 50th wedding anniversary, only I'll be talking louder, because I will have destroyed my hearing at rock concerts in my twenties. ("I CAN'T BELIEVE IT'S BEEN 50 YEARS, DAN! WHAT?")
It is fitting that we are celebrating this way. On the day Dan and I got married, I drove myself to the church to meet my bridesmaids and get dressed. I had my wedding dress in the back seat, and I was so happy that it was FINALLY April 19, and I was getting married to Dan. And I was listening to U2's song "Beautiful Day," with the windows down, almost bouncing up and down in my seat from sheer giddiness. That was the start of the happiest day of my life, which turned into the start of the happiest two years of my life. Here's to many, many more. I'll talk to you all again after I get back into town on Sunday.
Comments (8)
YOU GO GIRL. Even I know who U2 is. Tell your mom get with it. I did not say that I want to go to a U2 concert. I hope you both have a wonderful time.
Kelly,
We love you and I'm sure you will keep everyone updated. take care of yourself in the process.
Posted by Aunt Barb | April 13, 2005 8:43 PM
Posted on April 13, 2005 20:43
Haley - I am so excited for you and Dan! I know you will have a great time. I am excited, also, about seeing what all Kelly has to say - she's never at a loss for words (I'm sure you know that).
Kelly and Aaron,
Just wanted to remind you that I am praying for you both daily. I miss you so bad, I had to mute the One Tree Hill theme song last night. I hope Aaron had a good day today, and I can't wait to hear from you SOON! Don't wait too long Kelly Anne!! Maybe you can find a sec between updates on the website to talk to your long lost roommate. I love you both! Hang in there!
Love you, Megan
Posted by Megan Smith | April 13, 2005 10:22 PM
Posted on April 13, 2005 22:22
Hello to all...especially the Rice brothers. That has a nice ring to it, doesn't it?! Aaron and Ryan, I have to say I am still choked up after seeing the photo of you two hugging at Ryan's graduation. It also made me think of how much Jesus cares for His family---"there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother." Just imagine---
Love to all the Rice family,
Amzi Sherling
Posted by Amzi Sherling | April 14, 2005 3:19 PM
Posted on April 14, 2005 15:19
Happy Anniversary to both of you! I hope it's a wonderful trip!
Love, Aunt Emily
Posted by Aunt Emily | April 14, 2005 4:25 PM
Posted on April 14, 2005 16:25
Kelly and Aaron:
This is Memaw, Joanne just showed me how to log on and read how things are going. I love and pray for both of you everyday. I loved seeing the pictures!!! Heads up from the folks at Ascension. I am looking forward to seeing both of you and hope to hear from you soon. Love you!!! Memaw
Posted by memaw | April 14, 2005 4:59 PM
Posted on April 14, 2005 16:59
Kelly, where are you? I hope and pray that everything is going well. Please let us know as soon as you get a chance to update. We love you.
Posted by Aunt Barb | April 14, 2005 7:32 PM
Posted on April 14, 2005 19:32
wow ~ I can't believe it has been 2 years since your wedding. It was gorgeous ~ you were gorgeous! I hope you and Dan have a great anniversary!
Posted by Adrian Lowry | April 14, 2005 8:53 PM
Posted on April 14, 2005 20:53
Tell Dan to get off your wedding dress.
Posted by Jimmy Wayne | April 19, 2005 12:38 PM
Posted on April 19, 2005 12:38