Thursday, May 29, 2008

9 years

9 years ago today was the best day in my life...the day I married the love of my life and best friend. In one sense, it feels like yesterday Benson and I were married...but in a more real sense I can't remember my life without him in it. Marrying him was the best decision I ever made and honestly I would be a total mess without him! Sammy told me "Daddy said that today is our families 9th Birthday" when she told me he said that I don't think my heart could have loved him anymore (seriously, how cute is that?)!

Benson, thank you for marrying me, loving me, and inspiring me to become a better person! I love you!

We celebrated our Anniversary over the weekend...we always switch years planning our date and Benson always goes all out. He took me to Sanctuary for dinner...and it was posh (when we sat down the waiter brought me a hot towel. I said "whats this for?" and he said "its a cleansing towel"...he didn't answer my question..I guess I'm not very posh)! Then we rode the gondolas at Gainey Ranch and had dessert. It was so nice to have a nice, quiet, romantic night to celebrate our marriage and life together! And tonight we are having a celebration with our kids to honor the anniversary of our family (once Sammy heard the word BIRTHDAY she had to know when the party was)!



Riding on the gondolas!

29 comments:

Debbie said...

What a pretty picture!! Happy anniversary!!
Looks like you had fun!
Have a great trip!

Amy said...

Benson, you are so sweet!:)

Erika said...

Ok Kyle, I burst into tears when I read what Benson said to Sammy..."SERIOUSLY!" (to steal my friend Kyle's fav. word) Sounds like a wonderful celebration! You two are so very Cute!

The Hall Family said...

Happy Anniversary!!

Courtney said...

9 years!! Congratulations! :)
Have fun this weekend, I'll be thinking of you having fun at the lake while I'm doing "homework" at the gym!! :)

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Alexa said...

Oh, this was such a sweet post! :) I loved what you said, I loved the photos, and I'm glad you had such a fun time with Benson! I hope your family party is fun, too -- that's such a great idea!

lrbodine said...

Happy Anniversary!

Brittany said...

9 years! You guys have built such a beautiful family. That takes a lot of hard work! Happy Anniversary!

Erin said...

Happy Anniversary. All I could think of was Posh is a Fancy way to say Fancy. I went to get a book, but M was so naughty (thats a fancy way of saying bad) we had to leave without it. The checkout lady was pretty proud of me.

Arian said...

Wow, major points for Benson. That is so awesome that he went all out like that. I think perhaps he might like you a little bit. :) Happy Anniversary!

Shane Meredith Mason and Kendall said...

happy anniversary! Looks like you had a fun weekend!! And a fun week ahead!
congrats!

Britany said...

Happy Anniversary! Leave it to the "Family Fun Magazine family" to turn an anniversary into a birthday - what a clever idea! :)

Shelly said...

Happy Anniversary! That was so cute what Benson said! Have fun at Lake Powell.

The Weights said...

Happy 9th Anniversary!!! I love what Benson said- that was great!! Also, that first picture is absolutely gorgeous!! It could have been on a wedding magazine!! Enjoy Lake Powell!!

Julie Freeman said...

How cute! I seriously love that picture at the first of this post. If anyone ever talks me into a wedding I might have to steal your idea. Don't worry I try my best to talk them out of it. Lake Powell is heaven for Matt he will be jealous!

Anonymous said...

Ah Kyle! I don't know why but that made me a little teary eyed. I remember when we were at MCC and you had just started dating him. And how exciting it was when you got engaged. Time goes by so fast, but you two still are such a cute couple! It just makes my heart happy for you two and for your children who are blessed by your temple covenants!

Anonymous said...

Happy Anniversary!! What a great "Birthday" celebration!

Whitney said...

Happy Anniversary! Ahh . . . I remember that day like it was 9 years ago . . .

Marissa Marie said...

That is so sweet. I'm loving the wedding pics...as I need ideas for hair and what not! :) I love reading your posts.

Anne said...

Sounds like you've got a new family tradition started! A birthday party the week of your anniversary. So cute. Call me and we'll get the kids together.

Sara Hollobaugh said...

Congrats!! I love the pic!!

mother of seven said...

you two were made for each other.... Adorable pic 9 years ago and today!!!

Ben and Amberly said...

You guys are so cute. It crazy to think how fast 9 years goes by. Time flies when your having fun. Congrats!

Melissa said...

Happy anniversary to us both!! You guys are so sweet together!! I love that wedding picture.

Derek & Kellyn said...

Wow, 9 years. I thought two was a lot :). So happy for you. I sure do love the Bashford family. Here's to 90 more years!!

Kaylani said...

Wow. 9 years means you're old (and only a few more months until MY 9year anniversary!) I remember your reception. you two are so cute. Congrats!

Katie Peterson said...

Happy Anniversary...I never knew Benson had them in him! How crazy you are wearing a swearshirt...must have been during that cold spell?? Have fun in Lake Powell!! I am so jealous....I wish we were going!!!

Kim Watson said...

I love that you celebrated with the kids, that is a great idea. I remember looking at all your engagement pictures and going to your reception. And of course, the fateful night you stayed up all night talking with Benson on your first date. You two are a great couple - Happy Anniversary!