Marriage

Josh and I have been married for about a year and a half now. We were together for 8 years before we got married, and at first I thought that nothing would change once we were married.  I was wrong.   Nothing was really any different, we still kept pretty much the same schedule, our conversations didn't change, and I don't feel differently about him.

At the same time, life as a married woman is completely different for me. We have solidified our connection to one another and announced it to the world.  It feels so good to know that we are a unit, a team, and that whatever happens we get to enjoy it, or face it together.  Even though we were committed before, it feels more official now.  Its difficult to explain, but it is the most fantastic feeling in the  world. I love Josh, I love being married, and I love having him for my husband.

I can't imagine being told that I am not allowed to marry the love of my life.  Making that commitment but not being able to formalize it, would be a denial of the basic human right to be happy, and would be a sacrifice that I didn't fully understand until I married Josh.  I am absolutely thrilled that this morning at 12:01am King County began issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.  Here is an article from NPR with a picture of the first couple to receive one, they have been together for 30 years.

And a side note...the wedding industry in King County is about to explode!  Here's to hoping that everyone gets to enjoy their perfect wedding day, just like Josh and I did!