Today, October 20th, my bride and I celebrated 35 years of marriage. 35 years and we've never had a fight (that I won). My wife is a gift sent from God. She makes me a better man. I love this woman! To celebrate, on Saturday morning we drove to Breaux Bridge, Louisiana for brunch at one of our favorite restaurants. Arriving 15 minutes early, we walked one block east to overlook the muddy, slow-flowing waters of Bayou Teche. In the background is the town's namesake. With a four hour notice, they'll lift the bridge so that boats can pass underneath.
We've been coming to this restaurant for years. It used to be called Cafe Des Amis and changed its name to Cafe Sydnie Mae. The food is great, service is top-notch, and the atmosphere is wonderful.
We had reservations at 11 and were shown to our seats. They had a card made out for us that the staff had signed.
We got the Atchafalaya Omelette which had lump crabmeat, shrimp and crawfish. Cheese grits on the side with a buttermilk biscuit with strawberry preserves and Cane butter. Wow! So delicious.
We took our time eating as they had a live jazz band playing smooth, relaxing jazz. We sat there for an hour and a half just enjoying the food, music, and of course, conversation with my beautiful bride. We have a little routine that we do. We walk down the street two blocks on the corner. There's a cafe called 'Tante Marie's." On Saturday mornings from 11 to 1 pm, local musicians bring their instruments and have a jam session. There are accordions, all sorts of guitars, fiddles, and triangles. Everyone just plays cajun music and they sing in French. We have coffee while we listen to them play. Click the arrow below and you can partake as well:
I almost forgot to tell you. Breaux Bridge is full of little antique shops and gift shops line the street. In very uncharacteristic fashion, I followed Tricia in a shop. Something caught my eye and I bought it. This is a Cypress Sinker from the Atchafalaya Swamp. We're going to hang it over the french doors in our house. Each year of marriage has gifts associated. I didn't see a gift for 35. We'll just say it's Cypress! Neat thing is, it cost $35 - $1 for each year of marriage. That's a bargain in my book.
On the way back, Tricia got a text from a friend group from her high school. She has great friends and they stay in contact. One friend sent Tricia a song called, "35 Years Strong." Tricia thought, wow, how neat. It was named 35 years strong and it started with a cajun fiddle playing, lyrics about Louisiana, farming and faith, and then it had our names!
Her friend Janie used an app to create an anniversary song for us and it is our new favorite country song! It's so catchy and the words are perfect. I've included the lyrics below, but you can click on the hyperlink (35 Years Strong) below to redirect to the website to listen to the video. When it directs you to a website, click on the photo of the barn and sunflowers and it will play the wonderful song. I think you'll enjoy.
35 Years Strong (<--- Click right there)
[Verse 1] Thirty-five years, it’s been quite a ride, Through the Louisiana fields, side by side. With every sunrise, and every storm, Faith and love kept your hearts warm. [Prechorus] From the bayou nights to the morning dew, Every step's been a dance for two. [Chorus] Tricia and Kyle, thirty-five years strong, A love like yours, where faith belongs. Through family roots and southern skies, Together you've built a life that never dies.
[Verse 2] The kids grew up, the farm stayed true, Every plowed row had a piece of you. Sunday prayers and supper at eight, Y’all built a legacy no storm could break. [Prechorus] Through every harvest, through every tear, Your love just grows year after year. [Chorus] Tricia and Kyle, thirty-five years strong, A love like yours, where faith belongs. Through family roots and southern skies, Together you've built a life that never dies.
Happy Anniversary, Tricia. I love you!
