Dirt Road Adventures – 43 Years Of Adventures
Y’all it’s hard to believe but Brad and I just celebrated our 43rd Wedding Anniversary as part of this weeks Dirt Road Adventures!
Approx. 1980 with a poor quality camera. LOL
1979 – I wish I still had that skin.
We decided to down size and simplify our lives about 8 years ago.
So we moved to the country and built our forever home at the end of a dirt road.
Little did we know that the real adventures were about to begin.
1983 – you can barely see baby Jennifer / Approx. 1990 when we were first at Kure Beach
I started my blog to share our adventures without realizing where it would lead us.
First, I never thought you would be interested enough to read it and what a blessing you have been to us. Your support and encouragement means so much.
Second, I’ve met so many wonderful people along the way. Most I’ve not met in person but I’d love to have everyone here at The Ponds so Brad can cook for you one day! Wouldn’t that be so fun?
You can see more about our beginning at The Ponds here.
The adventure continues
Here we are at the beach cottage a few years ago. I wouldn’t want to be on this adventure with anyone else.
We work pretty well together.
I come up with the crazy ideas. Like removing a window and adding a closet.
He likes to grumble for a minute but always jumps on board.
So here’s to 43 years and many more adventures on the dirt road.
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This is a look back at all my adventures this past week.
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Adventures off the Dirt Road
Why Didn’t I Think of That?
Each week, there are so many wonderful blog posts, and I’m sharing some of my favorites with you today.
There are so many creative ideas, and I’m always asking myself, “Why didn’t I think of that”? LOL
This Vintage Badminton Racket Wreath is just so clever by Ann at Dabbling and Decorating.
Wait until you see this clever idea from Wendy at WM Design House – How to Repurpose Old Tools into Succulent Planters. Wendy’s creative idea was featured in Better Homes and Gardens Magazine the Spring of 2018 with a 5 page spread. You may have seen this idea elsewhere now, however it was Wendy’s original idea. Isn’t she talented?
Wait until you see what Stacy did with this Thrift Store Flip. It’s just perfect.
This and That
You are going to love what KariAnne did with this wood bead garland and full length mirror.
One of my favorites is this container garden in a wheel barrow from CoCo.
It’s perfect timing with these 75 Inspirational Quotes for Graduates from Simply 2 Moms.
These 11 Tips for Planting Garden Containers from Kim.
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Decorating with Glass Cloches is one of my favorite decor accessories and I love Niki”s.
What’s in my cart
I can’t wait to show you what I’m doing with one of these cute stamps.
This chair is so comfortable and perfect for the beach or by the pool.
I’m loving these watering spikes that I got a few weeks ago.
These beets are coming up in my garden. I can’t wait to harvest time. You can plant them all summer into fall for continuous beets. If you love beets, you’ll love this Hard to Beat Those Beets post.
Thanks so much for stopping by today! I look forward to sharing my next adventure with you!
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Just wanted to wish a very happy anniversary, wow 43 years is something wonderful these days, congrats.xx
Janette,
I appreciate this so much. Thanks for taking the time to stop by.
What a sweet post! It was fun looking at your pictures taken over the years. Looks like you two have marinated quite well! What a blessing, sharing those adventures with the love of your life. Happy Anniversary, and here’s to many more great years ahead!
Gail,
Thank you so much for stopping by. It has been a wonderful, blessed life. I appreciate you so much for these kind words.
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY to you and Brad!
Wishing you both many more years of love, health and happiness!!
Theresa,
I appreciate your sweet words so much. Have a wonderful day.
Congratulations. Isn’t it wonderful when romance blossoms into companionship?
Yes it is Suzanne. Thank you.
Oh my what an accomplishment! You two are such a cute couple. Congratulations and may you have many more to come!
Pam,
I appreciate your kind words and thanks so much.
Congratulations on 43 years together! Your wedding picture is lovely. And I love Brad’s dark head of hair! Wishing many more years of adventure to you both. 💕
Thanks so much Bonnie!
Congratulations to the 2 of you….being together, working together, resolving issues and yet here you both are smiling. Blessings for many more years…Dottie
Thank you Dottie!
Happy Anniversary! Wishing you many more years of happiness, good health and adventures!
Elaine, thank you so much!
Happy Anniversary, my friend. Thank you so much for linking up to The Fabulous Friday Link Party. You are amazing. Hugs and blessings to you.
Thank you Renae!
Happy anniversary Rachel!! Loved seeing all your old photos and thanks so much for sharing the vintage badmintons. Happy Sunday!
Thanks Ann, and it was pleasure.
Wishing you and hubby a very Happy Anniversary!! You both are actually even more beautiful and handsome after all these years!! That proves a happy life has happened for both of you!! Love your posts and will continue following you for as long as you post!!
Karolyn,
Thanks so much for your kind words and thanks for following along.
Congratulations on 43 years! We also celebrated our 43rd anniversary on May 5th. And you and I share the same birthday. 1979 seems like yesterday. 😉
Shellie,
Oh wow, we must be twins. LOL. Thanks so much for stopping by.
Congrats on 43 years of togetherness! You guys are great partners and have accomplished so much. And wow, he like to cook!
Debra,
Thanks so much. Yes, he’s the grill master. LOL
Love seeing what new “ideas” y’all bring to your page! You do indeed work Very Well together. My wish for you is to continue working well together for another 43 years. I will be watching. Your crafty friends are wonderful sources as well. Here’s to a beautiful life well lived and many more to come.
Shirley,
I appreciate your encouragement and kind words.
Happy Anniversary! It was fun seeing older pictures.
I’m happy you sgare your adventures with us!
Cindy,
I really appreciate your for stopping by.
Rachel, wow! 43 years. What a love story. Happy Anniversary to you both!
Mary,
Thanks so much.
Your wedding portrait is so lovely. Happy anniversary.
Briana,
Thanks for your sweet words.
Happy Anniversary you two! what an adorable couple you are.
I love hearing your story and reading about your dirt road adventures.
Thank you for featuring my garden tool posts, it was such a fun project and still enjoying many years later.
Wendy,
Thanks so much for stopping by. I appreciate you and your sweet comments.
Ok, can I just say these throwback photos of you guys made my entire month! I LOVE them so much. 43 years is such a long time to be married and is definitely something to be celebrated and commended. I’m so thankful to have found you because I can’t wait to follow along on even more. Thank you bunches for sharing my metal wheelbarrow – it was super sweet of you. Big hugs and thank yous, CoCo
CoCo,
You are just the sweetest. I’m glad those first photo’s didn’t scare you away. LOL. Thanks for your kind words.
Happy Anniversary you crazy kids!!!
Thanks so much Jennifer
Wow! You two are so cute. Happy Anniversary and many more years of love!
Suzanne
P.S. My husband and I have been married for 47 years. What an adventure it is!
Suzanne,
Yes it is an adventure and congratulations on 47 years.
Congratulations Rachel and a happy anniversary to you both. Your pictures are wonderful to see. Keep doing what you’re doing, it’s obvious that you are something right.
Carol,
I appreciate your kind words. Thanks so much.
Happy Anniversary! Definitely something to celebrate!
Lora,
Yes, it’s a long and happy marriage.