18 Years Ago Today: An Anniversary Post

In January of 1992, The Big Guy asked me to share the rest of his life with him and, wisely, I said, "Are you serious?"  (Yes, that's an actual quote.)


Doesn't my Dad look handsome?

On November 28, 1992, my sweet Dad walked me down the aisle (even though they had never arm wrestled) to where The Big Guy was patiently waiting.  Little did the Big Guy know, this waiting for me was just a little taste of what his future would hold.  Sorry, Big Guy!

This is the man who was waiting for me...oh baby!

Earlier in the day, he had tried to get away.  Thankfully, his brothers and good friend Jim brought him back to his senses.  I still owe those guys now that I think about it...

Dad and I arrived at the end of the aisle where he kissed me and put my hand into the Big Guy's.

Where you trying to block his view, Dad?
No comments on what could quite possibly be the poufiest veil/head thingy in the history of weddings!

Before family and friends and, most importantly, God, I said these words:

I, Wendy, do take you, Ron, to be my husband, and I do promise and covenant, before God and these witnesses, to be your loving and faithful wife: in plenty and in want, in joy and in sorrow, in sickness and in health, as long as we both shall live.

Miracles of miracles, he said those words to me, too!

We were married!

After a really great kiss, we happily walked back down the aisle and out into the world as husband and wife.

This is one of my favorite photos of all time!

Eighteen years ago, I said and meant every one of those words when I made that pledge.  Today, I'd do it all again without one single regret.  Not one.



The top of our wedding cake.



Thank you for choosing me all those years ago.  Thank you for taking me along in your adventures.  Thank you for warming up my side of the bed all those cold nights.  Thank you for loving me in a way that points me to the Father.



I can't imagine my life without you - because half of myself would be missing.

I love you Ron Jung,

Wen



Providence Tutorials - for Homeschoolers in the GB area

The Big Guy is, far and away, one of the best teachers I've ever heard and learned from.  This year, he's started Providence Tutorials for homeschool students in our area.  So far, four different tutorials are being offered for middle and high school students - Introduction to Literature, Jr/Sr Seminar (on wisdom this year) and a Great Books program with two different options offered this year.

Check them out and spread the word!

Go here to find out all about it!

Please forgive the self-promotion...we'll go back to regular blog posts now.

Frivolous Friday - Dad Life

Depending on how you look at things, this post can either be late from last Friday or early for this Friday.  I'm thinking of it as early, because, well, the more kids we've had it seems I rarely manage to get something done early.

I love the Big Guy more than words can say.  He is truly a gift to myself and the Young'uns.  Earlier today, he sent me a link to this video called, "Dad Life."  It is hilarious and if you watch it, you'll recognize lots of Dads or parts of lots of Dad you know.

Dad Life from Church on the Move.


After I finished laughing, I went into the kitchen do some cooking and got to thinking about the video and the Big Guy. I know the Big Guy likes mowing the lawn and taking his "entourage" to the park or swimming pool. He'll even admit to enjoying a good DVD aimed at the younger set. But I am sure there are many days when he is left thinking, "Isn't there a bit more? Something a tad more adventurous?"

Often Moms (including me) feel like we're the ones who have it the toughest - the kids, the work, the food, the cleaning, etc. etc. etc. Even if Dads are helpful (and the Big Guy is), we still feel end up feeling so put upon for some reason. But what about the Dads?

Surely, the kids, the work, the food, the cleaning, etc. etc. etc. starts to wear on them as well. Not to mention the less than content and happy wife... A guy's got to want a break.

So, thanks Big Guy! I love you! When you need a break, please take it! I'll do my best to send you off with a warm hug and a smile.

The Big Guy's Blog

The Big Guy has had a some thought provoking posts on worship in the past few days. Below is a link to the first in the series, if you want to start at the beginning (which is a very good place to start...for any Sound of Music fans).

Here's the title of the post: Just About the Worst Worship Service Ever

Providence Tutorials

Really great things, when discussed by little men, can usually make such men grow big.

Augustine

The Big Guy has started a great new thing for homeschoolers in the Green Bay area! Homeschool moms you are going to love how this will help you in teaching your older kids.

Check this out...

Providence Tutorials -

He is an amazing teacher and loves great books and Scripture. The quote above is from his website.

This Little Plot

The Big Guy has another great post at This Little Plot.

It's a good life, but sometimes it is a bit tiring to live with a man who thinks so deeply all the time. My brain is usually stuck in more of the addition, multiplication, "Go Dog Go," and wondering what is for dinner mode.

I'm thankful for the challenging thoughts he and He provides.

He Says Things So Much Better Than I

The Big Guy has another great post - this time reflecting on the parable of the Prodigal Son. Even if I would have thought of all this, he still says it better than I ever could.

The Problem of the Older Son

Lots to ponder and pray about.

My Wise Husband

The Big Guy also has a blog. Today he had a wise and convicting post. You should read it here! If you have some opinions on what he says, he'd love to "talk" about it with you.

The "Farm"

So, we don't really live on a farm.

We've just been very blessed with a normal in the city house that happens to have 12 empty lots adjacent to it. The four lots connected to our house lot make up our "farm." (From here on out, I am not going to use the quotes in case they are starting to annoy you.)

My husband, Ron at This Little Plot, has always wanted to be a farmer. He used to watch "Little House on the Prairie" reruns in college, but that is just between us. OK? Anyway, as soon as the snow started melting our first spring in our house, he started making plans for the garden. As the years have passed and we have more mouths to feed, more hands to make the work light and more interest in what we are eating and from whence it comes, the garden has increased in size, productivity and fun!

My main tasks in regards to the garden are helping decide what to plant, some occasional weeding, some harvesting and LOTS of preserving that harvest. I've learn to can and LOVE it! Since last September, I've only had to buy a few jars/cans of tomato products. What fun to sit down at the table and know you are eating something you grew last July!

So, we don't actually live on a farm, but we are doing the best we can to pretend that we are.
(Did I mention we had chickens? More on that later...)