Hi lovely Cakelets! It’s Jillian, popping over to share the trip Scott and I took to Terranea Resort in Palos Verdes for our 12 year anniversary. Wow, it’s a bit shocking to say we’ve been married for 12 years. It feels like just a year ago we had our 10 year vow renewal in Hawaii. It was so epic, but I do look back on it as being a bit stressful. We took our two boys and while it was such a meaningful moment for them to witness, it did end up taking away from some of the more intimate, bonding moments Scott and I really needed at that time. I’m all about traveling with family so don’t take this the wrong way… I just know now *especially* that in order to survive 10 years of marriage and keep it growing, you need to find time for just the two of you. This will allow space to enjoy what brought you together in the first place. Just a tidbit of advice for our engaged and newlywed couples!
One more thing. Have you heard of the book The Five Love Languages" How has this not been the #1 book to give to any engaged couple" Well, if it’s not on your radar get a copy stat! I mean it. It’s one of those books that will completely change how you look at your partner. In a good way. And you may want to reference it as you grow, have kids, and advance your relationship. Just sayin’.
K, I know I’m starting to sound like a marriage counselor and you really came here to look at pretty pictures and find ...