Happy Memorial Day!,
BY NAIMA LETT | BLOG, HOLLYWOOD CHRISTIAN
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We were so young…
and happy and in love.
The picture above says it all.
We practically glided back down the aisle. I don’t remember my feet touching the floor. I’m pretty sure I started dancing at some point. Who knows? It was a beautiful day.
And all these years later, the memories are still fresh.
I can still see the way Kevin looked at me.
I can still smell the ivory roses that formed my precocious bouquet.
I can still feel the love from so many family and friends who supported us, stood with us, and traveled near and far to be with us.
I wish those special memories for every bride and groom.
Memorial Day
Memorial Day is about remembering. Traditionally, it’s the time we set aside to remember our men and women who passed while serving in our U.S. Armed Forces. We remember their sacrifices for us, that we can live in the “land of the free and home of the brave”.
There’s something life-changing about knowing someone will die for you. Jesus says “Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends.” John 15:13 True love is deeply felt when we realize the sacrifice of life that has been made on our behalf.
Die-For-You Love
On the day we said “I do”, I’m sure Kevin and I felt like we loved each other enough to sacrifice our lives for one another, if it came to that. Die-for-you love! Little did we know how many times we’d actually have to make that decision. Our lives are a constant sacrifice for the well-being of each other.
We’ve been through close encounters with death together. Kevin sacrificed and moved cross country to marry me so I could keep my career. I sacrificed and moved cross country to follow him when he felt it best to go back to his home state. We both sacrificed to step out on faith and follow God when He called us to our Great Adventure in LaLa Land.
Same Name On Our Throwback Jerseys
We’ve had plenty. We’ve had nothing. We’ve experienced tremendous joy. We’ve survived devastation. Our life together has not been easy, but it has been full and adventurous, and we have each other. We have learned not to put our faith in anything other than God. We have a trust for one another that has been forged through the fire.
So yes, I’ve got his back. He’s got mine. And we’ve got the same name on the back of our throwback jerseys. LETT, baby!
We work together and play together and still know how to laugh together. Don’t get me wrong. Marriage is hard work. We have forgive each other, a lot. But we make the choice to fight for our marriage and each other, and we get professional help when we need it.
We’re Not As Young…
as we once were in our wedding picture.
But we still choose to be happy with one another.
And we still choose to love each other and make sacrifices for each other on a daily basis.
What About You?
You choosing to love others like die-for-you love?
I hope so. There is no greater love.
Happy Memorial Day Weekend.
Enjoy your family and friends.
Lots of love from the LaLa,
Naima
Rev. Naima Lett, D.MIN, ABD
Author of coming release Confessions of a Hollywood Christian
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Much Happiness you two. Lovely story, lovely people. Grant just got back from Cannes where a film in which he starred was showing. I’m shooting two films back to back, ‘Love Land’ and ‘Summer’s Shadow’…plus v/o’s and commercials. Thanks be to God!! Living the Dream!!!
Love you,
Juli
Thanks so much, Juli.
And congratulations to you and Grant! Ahhhh, Cannes! Love it! And your 2 back to back. So happy for you all! Yes, thanks be to God. So glad you’re living the dream.
Lots of love to you as well.
Happy holidays,
Naima
Hello Dr. Lett.
I appreciate your candidness in painting the full picture of what goes into most successful marriages: pleasant moments and challenging moments. From reading your comments I guess one way any married couple can succeed in marriage is to do all we can as individuals and as a couple to make the best of all our circumstances and each other. – Carl
So good to hear from you, Carl!
Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts.
Yes, you are right. We can make the best of our circumstances and one another.
Have a wonderful holiday,
Naima
Im also married to a wonderful man of God, for 15yr Nov will be our aniversary we support each other in whatever God gives us to do, he is a minister also Hes gifted in gospel music, puppeteer,play writer, you name it he can ,he has produce is own skits ,we have a a puppet show to do June 1 in cheasapeak virginia i will send pic. I told him we need to take our God given talents to holliwood, I have been blessed to live in Los angeles california, befor we got married know I live in Norfolk virginia, one day I will tell you more about my life in california , how can I send you a pic of me and my husband ? .peace and blessings you and your family.:-) Happy memorial day
Great to meet you, Zeda.
Congratulations on 15 years of marriage. Kudos to you and your husband!
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Thanks so much for reaching out.
Have a wonderful Memorial Day Weekend as well!
Congratulations on another year for your blessed union. We the Wallace family wish you many more happy years together. Love you all take care .
Thanks so much, Will!
Kevin and I appreciate it and wish you and your family all the best as well.
Lots of love from the LaLa.
Congratulations on your anniversary!
Thank you for your testimony. Too many people, including Christians, break off their marriages as soon as any trouble comes their way. You have kept your faith in God throughout your marriage in spite of your challenges. May God continue to bless you to be an example for others who are married or contemplating marriage.
Thanks a million, Cedric Stroud!
It’s always great to hear from you.
And thanks for sharing your insight.
Have a good one!
Congratulations on your anniversary! Your words of love and commitment reflect God’s heart for marriage. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much, Dena. We truly appreciate it! Lots of love, Naima
Outstanding, the words leaped off the page in this piece !
Thanks so much, Jon! Appreciate it!
I heard the MOCITI meeting on Tuesday was phenomenal. Go forth!
Hi Fam, if you haven’t heard of M.O.C.I.T.I. (Men of Color in the Industry) yet, check it out. It’s an outreach organization whose mission is to provide a support network and business vehicle for men of color in the entertainment industry. Here they are on FACEBOOK and ONLINE.
We’ll have to do a post on you all sooon and get the word out. Love it!
Best to you and big hug to your wife! :=)