Today is our anniversary. Thirty-six years ago, I was a bride of great expectations and dreams.

I look back and am glad I'm on this side of those "expectations and dreams." As one can imagine, there were many lows with that kind of thinking. Without realizing it, I was setting our marriage up to be one of disappointment.

Good intentions do not always lead to a good outcome. I'm thankful God opened my eyes up to learning the peace that acceptance brings.