Today, I say good-bye to my Boston University family. Given all that Steve and I have been dealing with lately, I had kind of laughed at the fact that my last day at BU fell on the same day of our 16th wedding anniversary. Goofy types of scheduling things just seem to happen to us all the time - we have the planes, trains, and rental car bills to prove it. But, as I've been reflecting on my time at BU and my overall professional career path, it's actually quite fitting that I would celebrate my marriage to Steve on this day as well. He has been by my side for 20 years and I couldn't have accomplished my professional goals without his love, support, and encouragement.
One of my fondest memories with Steve was taking drives in his old Chevette listening to music (there was a whole lot of Rush and Jimmy Buffett tapes). Since he was 16, his cars offered him a way to escape; I knew his car was a special possession to him. When, without hesitation, he gave me the keys to his car so that I could do an internship at Mary Washington hospital, I just knew we were going to be partners for life, in good times and in bad.
I say good-bye to BU today and hello to my new job of fighting cancer on Monday. I love this picture of us because it reminds me of how our story began and the love that sustains us through all the ups and downs. I am beyond thankful for my family and friends and know that the journey ahead will be filled with light, love, and laughter.
Steve,
It has been an honor being Mrs. Virginia Ann Bounds Schaffer. I love you and I thank you.
Save the last dance for me ;-)
Love always,
Gin
Steve,
It has been an honor being Mrs. Virginia Ann Bounds Schaffer. I love you and I thank you.
Save the last dance for me ;-)
Love always,
Gin
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