My Dear Husband, As you celebrate your 90th birthday, I find myself thinking back over the many years we’ve shared together. From the time we first met in Brighton when I was just 18, to today, our journey has been filled with love, challenges, and beautiful memories. Catherine brought us together, and looking back, I’m so grateful she did. I may not have known what lay ahead for us back then, but God knew best. You’ve always been kind, reliable, and a constant presence in my life. We married in 1965, and I still remember our grand wedding – a day filled with love, family, and joy. Moving back to Ghana and raising our children was one of the best decisions we made. I will forever be grateful for our children and the joy they continue to bring into our lives. Though we have different personalities—you being more reserved and me a bit more outgoing—we’ve found the perfect balance. You’ve always valued structure, time, and routine, and in your quiet way, you’ve guided our family with wisdom and love. Your love for travelling, your passion for shopping (albeit with very careful consideration), and your disciplined approach to exercise have brought a sense of joy and admiration into our home. Even now, in our retirement, as we enjoy quieter moments together, I deeply appreciate the companionship we’ve built, along with our unique routines, including church—you as an Anglican and I as a Methodist. As we celebrate this milestone, I want you to know how much I love and appreciate you. You’ve been a wonderful husband and father, and I thank God for the gift of your life. With love, Vicky 14 The Birthday Journal
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