DAML- I am glad my questions lead to something so wonderful for you!

And what could any partner want more than a clear and honest affirmation of how close you feel to her and appreciate her for being there for you? I honestly don't think you could have picked a more intimate or meaningful gift than those words.

Sadly, we are trained to think of celebrations like anniversaries in terms of media produced idealism and couched in terms of perfect partners amid perfect fairie tale lives. Give me one ounce of the kind of reality you shared with your wife this morning, over any of those ideations, any day!

I am so happy for you and your wife. Sounds like you have both worked hard for such a celebration and very much deserve it.

Enjoy the fruits of your labors. And HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!!!

bgb