It is hard to
believe it has only been two short years since your wedding. May your and
Anthony's love for one another continue to grow deeper and fuller over every
passing year.
In honor of your second wedding anniversary, I decided to
share my maid of honor speech and one of my favorite pictures of us together on
your special day. I love you!
Maid of Honor Speech
Happy Second Wedding Anniversary!
I
am so grateful for Jamee's friendship. We became friends over five years ago
after we met at a tea party Jamee hosted. Since then we have shared many cups
of tea as we have talked, cried and prayed together. We have been in
bible studies together, traveled on missions trips together and been roommates.
We have seen each other through some difficult seasons and most importantly
seen God at work in each other's lives.
So
over three years ago, I remember Jamee planning a worship night for her bible
study. Well, this guy Anthony shows up at Jamee's house so we can all carpool
together. I had just met Anthony, yet during the car ride Anthony was in the
backseat with his guitar practically serenading us in his goofy sort of way. I
remember thinking "who is this guy?"
Yet,
it quickly became very apparent as the evening went on that Jamee and Anthony
were interested in each other. I vividly remember getting emotional at the end of that evening because the romantic in me knew that Jamee and Anthony
would be getting married one day. Little did I know it would take over
three years for this day to happen... but I was right!
Now
Anthony seemed like a great guy but how did I feel about him dating my best
friend? I think the time I really started to like him was the day Jamee
and Anthony showed up to help me move. Not only did Anthony help me move heavy
boxes and furniture, he also showed up with bananas and a present. Two things I
love. Smart man.
It
has been wonderful to watch Jamee and Anthony together and how much they just
enjoy each other's company. I love how relaxed Jamee is when she is with
Anthony.
I
cannot think of two people who love excel spreadsheets more than them. Most
importantly, I have loved watching all that God has done in their relationship
from bringing them together as friends and now as a married couple.
Anthony,
some advice for you...,
1.
When Jamee is sick, don't offer her saltines. She would much rather have meat.
You have married a special girl. I don't know any other woman who loves meat as
much as Jamee.
2.
Make sure you give Jamee at least half of the closet space. This is very
important as I hear you have a lot of clothes.
3.
If Jamee is watching Pride and Prejudice with a cup of tea and cookies, know
that it was probably a very rough day.
4.
Every now and then, invite me over for dinner.
My
most important advice is to simply pursue God first and foremost. I know that
if you are pursuing God above work, above Jamee, above everything else, you will be an amazing husband. I trust that as God leads you;
you will take care of my dear friend.
Jamee,
my advice for you.
1.
Listen and get excited about all the details that matter to Anthony.
2.
If you ever need someone to watch Pride and Prejudice with you, I am five
minutes away.
My
most important advice is to continue what you have done so faithfully within
this dating relationship. You waited on God. You continued to put Him
first. You fully surrendered Anthony to Him. You prayed faithfully for Anthony.
Continue in this, my dear friend.
I
am overwhelmed with God' abundant goodness in bringing you both together. May
His hand of blessing be upon your marriage. I love you both. Congratulations!
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