Time Is Not on Our Side… But God Is

Carl and I mark our second anniversary today, August 8th. Now, that might not make headlines — especially for those inching toward 50 or more years — but to us, it’s a BIG deal!

Who would’ve thought, after I spent over 13 years as a widow and Carl spent 7 years missing his sweetheart, that God would bring us together?

What started as “sweet friendship” quickly bloomed into something deeper — dinner dates, musicals, great restaurants, and within nine months, a wedding that surprised even us.

Let me tell you — later-in-life love isn’t for the faint of heart. We’re still in the honeymoon phase of figuring out sleep routines, food preferences, thermostats, and other quirks. But what joy it is!

Each morning, we read God’s Word aloud and pray — individually, out loud – gratitude to God for His many blessings, for our family, friends, and for God to show us who to love, help, and encourage. That sacred rhythm keeps our hearts soft, our laughter frequent, and our purpose clear.

While the world may treat marriage as optional or outdated, we embrace it as a God-ordained gift, no matter the season. We said “I do” not just to each other — but to God’s plan for us: companionship, covenant, and community.

I remember years ago; a widowed friend told me she was remarrying after a short courtship. When I blinked in surprise, she smiled and said, “Time is not on our side!” Those words stuck. So, when Carl asked me to marry him, I didn’t blink — I just said “YES!”

So here we are — celebrating two years – still with giddy hearts.

Today we’re traveling to Lubbock, Texas — Carl’s beloved hometown and alma mater (Go Red Raiders!). But more than football, it’s family that draws us.

We celebrated his dad’s side of the family last June at our Noble Family Reunion and, this weekend, it’s his mama’s side – the Mize Family Reunion – all of whom I’ve grown to love deeply.

To those still waiting for love, or learning to live again after loss, hear this: God isn’t finished! He writes new chapters — sweet, surprising ones filled with love, laughter, and purpose.

We’re living proof. And we’re just getting started.