My mom has been alone for more than 20 years now. When I was young I was so afraid that she would marry someone - I was so afraid of allowing someone else besides my dad into my life and heart. Once I got married I understood what it was like to have a companion and a best friend and started feeling bad for my earlier feelings and fears. She has had to do so many things by herself over the years and I can't imagine how hard it must have been for her. Now don't get me wrong - she has been a very strong, independant woman and at times has told all of us that she "doesn't need a man", but I know deep down, its been a struggle for her.
Randy came into our lives last spring by way of a blind date that one of my mom's co-workers set her up on. At first, they were just buddies - it was nice to have someone to have dinner with, or to watch a movie with. As time went by, they continued to spend more time together and started getting closer. They went to the temple one afternoon about a month ago and were able to hold hands in the session at a special time and place - this is where everything changed. I think once my mom held Randy's hand and kissed him for the first time she realized what has been missing these past 20 years, and I think she remembered how nice it was to experience again.
My mom and Randy Goble will be getting married in the Provo Temple on February 13, 2010. I could not be happier for both of them. Love you guys.
7 comments:
Congratulations to your Mom! Loved reading all of your posts, what a handsome bunch of boys you have there!
Super happy for all of you. Congratulations.
I am so happy for your mom. For the time we lived in Provo, she was like a mom to me and Allen and a grandma to my kids. We love her so much and are so glad that she has found someone special to share her life with.
Ginger, I am so happy for your mom. Congratulations!
That is awesome! That is also my girls birthday...wow! When we were there visiting ~ Aunt Mary was talking to me about Randy and you could tell that her eyes lit up when she talked about him.
What a great wife,mom,sister,aunt,& friend she has been to everyone..she really deserves this and I am so excited for her.
What an amazing story! I hope you are doing well. Miss you. Tam
I am so happy for her! I am glad she found someone that can make her so happy.
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