A love story of Strength

Lance & TerriTJG 

A Love Story of Strength

My Husband, My Hero

A story of unwavering courage, boundless love, and the hero who has been my strength through every storm.

Our Journey of Heroism & Hope

Heart Valve & Exhaustion

When I could barely find the energy to get through each day, when eating became a struggle and exhaustion consumed me, you never left my side. You saw the worry in my eyes about my heart valve issue from birth, and you became my strength when I had none left to give.

Strep Goes to My Heart

What started as strep throat became something terrifying when it traveled to my already vulnerable heart. When the doctors explained how serious this was, you held my hand tighter and promised we'd face whatever came next together. Your unwavering presence gave me courage when fear threatened to overwhelm me.

Open Heart Surgery

Two valve replacements. Open heart surgery. The words felt impossible, but your steady voice saying "We've got this" made them feel conquerable. Through every pre-op appointment, every sleepless night of worry, every long hour of surgery, you were my rock. Your love was my lifeline, your faith in my recovery became my own.

The Stroke & Your Heroic Act

When the unthinkable happened and I had a stroke, you didn't hesitate. Your hands performed chest compressions until the ambulance arrived, your voice stayed calm while your heart was breaking. As they flew me to the hospital, you were my guardian angel. In that moment of crisis, you became more than my husband—you became my hero in the truest sense.

What Makes You My Hero

Unwavering Courage

You face every challenge with a brave heart, turning fear into fuel for your incredible journey forward.

Endless Resilience

Every setback becomes a setup for your amazing comeback. Your spirit is unbreakable, inspiring everyone around you.

Boundless Love

Through every trial, your love for life and for our family shines brightest, making you the hero of our story.

Forever My Hero

Heroes aren't just found in stories or movies – they live among us, love us, and show us daily what courage looks like. Through my heart valve issues, strep throat complications, open heart surgery, and stroke, you've been my hero, proving that real heroism isn't about being fearless – it's about facing the impossible with love, strength, and an unbreakable commitment to the person you love.

From performing CPR to holding my hand through surgery, from sleepless nights of worry to celebrating every small victory in recovery—you've shown me what true love and heroism look like. Every day with you is a reminder that the greatest heroes are the ones who save us not just once, but over and over again with their unwavering love

With all my love and admiration