June 20, 2025 – 27 Years and Still Going

June 20, 2025 – 27 Years and Still Going

This morning, as we packed up the hotel room and got ready to hit the road, something settled deep in my heart.

Today marks 27 years of marriage to the most amazing woman I know. And somehow, even after all this time, the love feels new—familiar and tested, yes—but still full of life, laughter, and grace.

We were moving around the room, folding clothes, zipping up bags, talking about the trip and the years behind us. Then Barbi looked at me with a quiet smile and asked, “Did you ever think we’d make it this far?”

It was one of those questions that lingers.

Because truthfully, back when I didn’t know how to love well—when I was caught in my own selfishness and immaturity—I didn’t always see the road ahead clearly. But she did. She stayed. She prayed. She loved me through it all.

Now, I’m standing at the gas station, watching the tank fill, and thinking… 27 years with her. That’s not just time. That’s a gift. That’s grace in motion.

Barbi, thank you—for your strength, your loyalty, your forgiveness, and your joy. Thank you for walking beside me when it was easy, and especially when it wasn’t. Thank you for raising Bella with love and truth. Thank you for choosing me—again and again.

Today we hit the road again. Not just toward home, but toward whatever God has planned next. And I wouldn’t want to walk a single mile of it without you.

Happy Anniversary, my love.

Here’s to what’s still ahead.

—Brian