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Marriage is a Treasure of Infinite Worth

 
 
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2013

Recently my husband and I celebrated our 24th anniversary.  I used to think that was a lot of years of marriage but now I'm thinking it's really not.  We really did have color pictures back then but I guess my scanner is black and white.  We're not THAT old.

I'm so grateful to be happily married.  I wish everyone could have that blessing in their lives.  I feel so sad when I hear about unhappy marriages or divorces.  I won't say it's always been easy to be married.  We've had frustrating and challenging times, although it's definitely easier when your spouse is as unselfish as my husband is.  He really wants me to be happy.

Several weeks ago I heard a talk by Elder Whitney Clayton at our church's General Conference, which was about marriage.  The phrase that has stuck with me the most is: "...the best marriage partners regard their marriage as priceless."   I have found myself remembering that phrase when I'm with my husband.  And I want to keep thinking that.  My marriage is truly the most important relationship in my life after my relationship with God and I need to do everything I can to preserve it.  It's truly the best thing I can do for my children and for myself.  And I hope I can encourage others in their efforts to preserve their marriages.  So here's to marriage!

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