Marianne Has ALS

Blessings: My Husband

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Jacob and I met in 2019 before the start of the pandemic. Both of us had low expectations having been jaded by the hell that is online dating. Our date got off to a rocky start….we went to different coffee shops (same name, located on the same road). He drove over to me and, the rest is history.

FYI by history I mean we got in a few solid months of dating and getting to know each other before I fell (and he eventually fell) in love. Enter the pandemic. Jacob and I have often talked about how the pandemic was both the hardest and the best of times. We moved in together, got married, bought a house, and spent A LOT of family time together. Each hardship thrown at us during this time brought us closer together.

The past 5 years have been the best of my life, and Jacob is the part of the puzzle that was missing. Having a supportive partner has allowed me to be the best mother I can be for Max. Having a loving partner has allowed me to gain a sense of confidence and peace that was previously missing. Jacob is the type of man I hope my son grows up to be: compassionate, intelligent, family oriented, and funny.

After my diagnosis Jacob said he felt he was put on this Earth to be here for me, and I agree with him. He’s sufferred tremendous loss in his life and is no stranger to grief, care, and the love that comes with decline and loss. His family has surrounded us with love and support. I don’t think I could do this without Jacob (and his family), and I thank the Lord everyday for my husband.

3 responses to “Blessings: My Husband”

  1. Courtney Marden Avatar
    Courtney Marden

    Thank you for sharing your history with Jacob. I thought I know everything but there were some great memories I didn’t know about. I’m so glad you are in our family and that Jacob is in your life to love and protect you.

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    elfmandanny

    What a beautiful love story! I knew some of these details but not all. I’m so glad I know the whole story. I feel so honored to have officiated at your wedding and we are all so glad you are part of our family. I’m so glad you and Jacob found each other. We love you guys!

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    Neil A.

    Jacob was my best childhood friend growing up. We spent many days together and I recall uttering the phrase, “Can Jacob come over and play?” or “Can I go to Jacob’s house?” many times. We had countless sleepovers and he was my trick-or-treat buddy who while many other kids would say we were too old for trick-or-treating we would just smile and say, “You’re never too old for free candy!”. As Jacob dressed up as Santa Claus and had numerous little kids try and tell him what they wanted for Christmas! haha.

    I remember the play structure in his backyard. I remember their homing pigeons and rabbits. I remember his so so gracious,kind and loving parents. I remember his brother and sisters. I remember so much about my childhood and Jacob and his family were such a major part of it. What I remember most is how dependable of a friend he was, you could always count on him being there. As we grew up we unfortunately parted ways as often seems to happen sometimes, but I will always remember how dependable of a friend Jacob always was and how much fun we had together. You are indeed lucky to have Jacob in your life, and I am so happy he found such a great partner to have in his life. Jacob is someone that is loyal, caring and dependable and I know that he wouldn’t call someone a friend or his wife unless they mirrored those same attributes. I’m happy the two of you have each other and I am so sorry to hear what you are going through.

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