It seems like everyone is at the beach today, but me. It’s really hot and I would like to be somewhere right now with a warm breeze, holding a cold Sea Breeze. I have to be patient, and stay focused on my Netflix for another month, because my vacation isn’t until late July. I’m looking forward to it, but must admit, I am a bit nervous. We will be celebrating our 40th anniversary at The Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia! How about that …fancy smancy stuff. If someone told me I would be going to the Greenbrier for my 40th wedding anniversary I WOULD have believed it. I believed in Shangri-la when I got married. It was a notion… I was 21.
14,600 days and nights ago, I walked down the isle, just as all brides, with hopeful expectations, and newlywed anticipations of a dog, a house and a child or three. I had little fixation on bling and things. Places like The Greenbrier, The Breakers and Paris were off my radar! Now, I wonder…can I handle it? They are going to have white table clothes,(not Gary’s first choice in”the dinning experience”) waiters that walk up to your table for no apparent reason, the parking garage fee cost more than a new kayak, and Gary has “less is more” in his DNA! Actually, we have traveled to a couple of exotic places… thanks to Graham! We followed him around Verona, Buenos Aires, Fiji, even Iceland, but not one of these trips were touristy or had toiletries! More than once, I have had the pleasure of sleeping UNDER the stars, but this is my first five star!
Another enigma… our marriage has survived! In our early years, we were not betting on it either! Our secret is no secret…be funny, be friends, and basically just don’t get that divorce…it works! Bizarre huh? Just like the two of us heading off to a resort that features three 18 hole championship courses, three putting greens and we don’t play a bit of golf!
You gotta make it work… and worth the effort! I’m certain I won’t be ordering room service. As far as the monogram bathrobe hanging on a wooden hanger, plush white towels stacked to perfection, and mints laying on our pillow tops will be irrelevant to the groom. There will be no snacking from the minibar and a mini bill at the pool bar. The spa will not be accessible but the work out room is certainly attainable. I will be hiking, biking and rafting…sounds dreamy to me! This summer, I am privileged to go to one of the more grandiose, Historic Landmark Resorts, where self indulgence is the agenda … so trust me when I say… I am looking forward to this swanky Shangri-la, taking with me the same enchanted notions, facing potential challenges at this little INN as well as the greater paths along the way.
…It’s been worth every dime!
40 years ago I believed anything could happen, and now I am sure of it!
Summer IS my job!
Sweet! Cheers to 40 years!
Thanks, and look who’s going to SPAIN! Where will you be going in 40 years!
“You love him…you really love him!”
😂😂 And I love y’all!
#marriagegoals
I do, I do, I really do!
I left out the real secret to our marriage is and always has been Kelley, Graham and Neil.
I’m blaming y’all! Just saying!
He does get a best Dad trophy for sure!
Love you!
Tracy….. This could SO be me!!! I don’t think I’ve EVER ordered room service ( except on a cruise… Where it’s FREE!) I do love my Ben❤️ Marriage is a bumpy road, but one I’m thankful I’ve traveled😍😍😍
You know every 40 years I like to take it up a notch!
So, you are not indulging yourself at the minibar, don’t accidentally slip that oh so swanky monogram robe as a keepsake into your luggage. You know you want those mini bottles! You know you do…its your anniversary girl.
Live on the wild side…go for it. And, of course, order the f’n room service. You may not make it for the 80th, so you have taken the step to go big, or you have to stay home.Do it!!!
Have a wonderful anniversary! xoxo
Can YOU go with me? Love you!
Well Mr. And Mrs Fancy Pants!! Sounds like a perfect place to celebrate 40 years!!! Behave the best you can!!!!
I wish. Now which one is the salad fork? Hopefully we won’t get kicked out for bad behavior!
Really enjoyed the read Tracy. And even more, I’ve enjoyed watching you two move from the dating game to 40 years together. Happy Anniversary to you both!
Thanks Johnny! 40 years really is an amazing achievement! I was just lucky to find someone that made it easy!
Spent a few days there years ago at the expense of General Motors (not our dime). You are in for a treat!! It is so special and how romantic!! Enjoy!
Hi Andrea,
I’m sure it is going to be fabulous…
No spoil alert here but I think there should be a part II follow up blog to this “Greenbrier blog”!
Tracy, congrats to you and Gary!
Have a great time at the Greenbriar, y’all deserve it;)
Thanks Karen…You and Frank would fit in at the Greenbrier better than us…but I’ll give it my best!
Tracy,
Love reading your blogs. Happy Anniversay !
Thank you! It’s going to be a great one!
Congratulations to you and Gary! What a blessing to be celebrating 40 years together. It is a testimony of your genuine love for each other.I’ve always thought you were a great match. From the first time I met Gary I knew he would be good for you and to you. May the Lord bless you with many more wonderful years together
Hi Bev,
I can always rely on you for the kind words. It’s nice to have one or two like you!
and as it turned out… we are a good match, but who knew…besides YOU? haha
Tell all my Lakeland BFF’s HELLO! I miss you all…all the time!
Happy anniversary and enjoy an indulgence or two; you totally deserve it! Once again, you have entertained me and I love to be entertained! You and I would be friends for sure!!
YaYa,
Congratulations to you. Kennedy is a precious little girl and I love her name! I can’t believe you MOVED! That’s exciting. Enjoy your mountain life and stay in touch! btw…we ARE friends!
I am so happy you are going to celebrate in style! I’ve wanted you to have some fun with no worries! You are such an inspiration to me and I could not love my in laws any more than I do you and Gary! Much love to my Gracy!!!!
Lisa…You know I can have fun with “NO WORRIES” quite easily!
They should have the “red carpet” out for us don’t you think!
Happy Birthday to Pal!
We love you more!
We are going to have a lot of fun!!!
I love that David and I are celebrating our 40th anniversary with you and Gary in a fabulous place!
We have a lot to celebrate! Sisterhood, brotherhood, and life is good!
As I commented earlier,I see a part two coming soon to this blog!
YOU BETTER BEHAVE!
Splurge on a spa treatment‼️
You deserve it….don’t you⁉️
Congrats and have a great time!
I’ll sneak out!
I can hardly wait to hear about it…Looking forward to Part II of this one.
I will try my best to keep part II rated PG!