Bakari & Ellen Renew Their Vows- 10 Year Renewal of Vows
A Decade In: Choosing Us Again
(A 10-Year Vow Renewal Reflection on Marriage, Faith, and Family)
I’ve been needing to post.
The new year has reignited my desire to write more, to share more, and to slow down long enough to reflect on the life we’re living. Our days are full—beautifully busy, joyful, loud, and meaningful. Sometimes life moves so fast that I’m busy living it and forget to pause and express gratitude out loud.
Uploading these 10-year vow renewal photos feels like that pause.
Ten years ago, we said yes—to marriage, partnership, faith, and the unknown. What we didn’t know then was how much life we would live in those ten years. How much growth, prayer, laughter, challenge, and grace would shape us—not just as a couple, but as a family.
This vow renewal wasn’t about recreating our wedding day. It was about choosing each other again, with clearer eyes, deeper faith, and fuller hearts.
A Letter to My Husband
This moment came and went so fast.
Life kept moving, schedules filled up, and before I knew it, we were already on to the next thing. But as I reflect on 2025, I wanted to pause and celebrate this milestone once again.
So this is me saying thank you.
Thank you for being steady, present, and intentional. Thank you for growing with me, praying with me, and choosing our family every single day. You are an incredible husband, an amazing father, and a true partner in this life we’re building.
You are awesome. And I love doing life with you.
Why This Moment Matters
These vow renewal photos represent more than a beautiful day. They capture a marriage that has been tested, refined, and strengthened over time. They remind me that marriage isn’t just a moment—it’s a practice. One rooted in faith, commitment, and daily choice.
As I step into this new year, I’m giving myself permission to write more, reflect more, and express appreciation in real time instead of letting gratitude live quietly in my heart.
Here’s to the next chapter—rooted in faith, fueled by love, and guided by purpose.
Thank you for celebrating this moment with us 🤍
