December 18, 2012

Desert Sky

We took a ride to Sam’s Club today but before going in to shop we stopped across the street at San Tan Village, an outdoor mall.  I was surprised how little people were shopping one week before Christmas.  We really weren’t looking to buy anything.  We just wanted to take a walk and get some fresh air.  Back home, we had a quiet uneventful evening.

Today marks the anniversary of two of the most special people in my life-my parents.   The fact that they have been together for over sixty years is a real testament to their love and respect for each other.  They met while my dad, a soldier, was stationed in Germany.  They must have been fated to be together because despite coming from such different backgrounds, both socially and economically, they met, fell in love and married.

 

My mom took a leap of faith when she left her native country, friends and the security of her family to come to a strange place, especially during a time when Germans were not exactly warmly welcomed.  I am so grateful for her many sacrifices and for being such a sensitive, supportive and loving woman.      

I couldn’t have asked for a better dad.  As children, my brother Jon and I never knew how little money we had because we had everything we needed.  We never went to bed hungry or worried about being evicted from our apartment.  We had this secure childhood because my dad worked two jobs in addition to taking college courses. 

 

As a couple, my parents were and continue to be, excellent role models, not only for Jon and me, but also for their grandchildren and great grandchildren.  They have never shied away from showing affection for each other and, after sixty plus years, can still be found sitting together on the couch holding hands.  I just love that!

 

I feel very blessed to have them as my parents. 

Happy Anniversary, Mom & Dad!