Holding Hands

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Seven years. We’ve been married seven years.

The best marriage advice I’ve gotten was from my cousin. He said, “Kahit ano kakayanin niyo basta’t sabay niyong haharapin.” For as long as you face challenges together, any obstacle can be overcome. My cousin wrote that down on a “Congratulations! You’re Married!” card seven years ago. The card is lost, but the words of advice remain etched in my memory.

My husband and I have gone back to that piece of advice many times. From resolving petty arguments to sharing grand experiences like the birth of our first child, we’ve stood by each other and held hands all the way.

We’re sort of like these two otters. No matter what happens, we’ll be holding hands till the end.

For seven years that’s how we’ve been, and I imagine we’ll keep on holding hands for many more.

Happy Anniversary Husbo!

Hi! I'm Toni Tiu, and I've been blogging at at Wifely Steps since 2003. This started as a blog to help newly weds adjust to married life. It has evolved into a home and parenting blog. I write about things close to my heart -- good eats, good reads, family, marriage, and the little things that make everyday happy.

20 Comments on Holding Hands

  1. Junnie
    May 24, 2010 at 12:25 am (14 years ago)

    and you’ve got timmy as your third hand, making the bond stronger than ever! Happy 7th year and 1st year as parents! Gab and Tim should’ve a playdate soon!

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  2. krn
    May 24, 2010 at 1:03 am (14 years ago)

    happy anniv toni! Oh and i luv the otters video :)

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  3. CandyQ
    May 24, 2010 at 2:22 am (14 years ago)

    Happy Anniversary to you both! :)
    .-= CandyQ´s last blog ..falling slowly =-.

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  5. odette
    May 24, 2010 at 6:05 am (14 years ago)

    it’s only may 23 here toni, but Happy Anniversary to you and the husbo! ♥
    love that Otter video too, what an awwww moment!

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  6. Kay
    May 24, 2010 at 6:07 am (14 years ago)

    Tama naman e. A relationship ends when one person does not want to hold on anymore for whatever reason. Kahit kasi kumapit ka ng kumapit, kung wala ka ng pagkakapitan, malalaglag ka talaga.

    Keep holding on!
    .-= Kay´s last blog ..Weekend Reflection # 50 =-.

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  7. Eper
    May 24, 2010 at 9:16 am (14 years ago)

    Happy Anniversary to you and your hubby! :) May you hold hands for many more years to come :)

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  8. Daphne
    May 24, 2010 at 11:26 am (14 years ago)

    Keep holding hands now and for many years to come!

    Bonne Anniversaire to you and your husbo =)
    .-= Daphne´s last blog ..Mechanics of Blogging =-.

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  9. smarie
    May 24, 2010 at 1:55 pm (14 years ago)

    Woot! Happy Anniversary, Toni and to your DH 😀

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  11. denden
    May 24, 2010 at 8:17 pm (14 years ago)

    Happy Anniversary! Cheers to many more. :)

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  12. JENNIE
    May 24, 2010 at 9:03 pm (14 years ago)

    Wow…Happy Anniversary!! ..

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  14. Jeanny
    May 25, 2010 at 5:40 pm (14 years ago)

    happy 7th yeat Toni and D. Ang tagal na noh..parang kaylan lang. :)

    COngrats (sa atin)

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  15. Jeanny
    May 25, 2010 at 5:41 pm (14 years ago)

    happy 7th year Toni and D. Ang tagal na noh..parang kaylan lang. :)

    COngrats (sa atin)

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  16. giselle
    May 25, 2010 at 8:12 pm (14 years ago)

    That certainly is good advice :-) May you and your husband continue to hold on to each other for many more happy years together!

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  17. marie
    May 26, 2010 at 2:02 pm (14 years ago)

    hi toni! happy 7th anniversary to you two lovebirds :) wishing you more wedded bliss and life growing challenges.. and more babies too!
    .-= marie´s last blog ..Tagaytay in my Dreams =-.

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  20. BabyPink
    May 31, 2010 at 1:30 am (14 years ago)

    Belated happy anniversary to you and Master! May you be blessed with more years of happiness, peace, contentment and love! :)

    Kisses to Timmy Boy! :)
    .-= BabyPink´s last blog ..After elections, still thinking… =-.

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