November 19, 2013 marks 47 years since my parents said “I Do”. They are almost at 50 years! Whew! That is a long time. I used to think there’s no way they could still be in love after all this time (LOL), but I have to say they are more in love now than ever before. After seven kids, twelve grandkids and one great-grandchild, they still understand the meaning of true love. They’ve had their share of ups and downs. They’ve withstood the test of time, change, and probably most challenges that a lot of couples face in marriage (and then some). No matter what challenges they face, they demonstrate on a daily basis what it really means to “love, honor and cherish”.
So I asked them what were the top things that have gotten them to this point in their marriage that they are able to celebrate year number 47. And here is what they had to say:
1. God. I’ve said it before, but now you can see the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. My parents have always put Him first in their lives, and agree there is no way they could do it without Him. They also have deep faith for Our Lady, the Mother of Jesus, who they know has been instrumental in helping them do what they’re supposed to do as husband and wife.
2. True Love. The love they have for each other and for their children has strengthened their relationship. They appreciate each other in every moment that they have together.
3. Letting go. They have the understanding that nobody is perfect, and they don’t expect each other to be. Do they make mistakes? Of course. But nothing is more important than the sustainability of their union.
That’s beautiful! Happy anniversary to your parents. What an inspiring and encouraging example they are. Thanks so much for sharing.
Steve
www. Spousedates.com
Thank you so much Steve! They truly are a blessing 🙂
Happy Be-lated Anniversary, Beautiful People!
I love getting my Wednesday, hump day, text. It’s wonderful knowing that one whole day will be filled with prayers for me and mines. It’s a gift I don’t have to wait on Christmas, my birthday, etc., to receive. Talk about priceless.
Thanks sis for interviewing them and sharing this. I will use this to refer back to.
Happy Anniversary! It’s a wonderful thing. This union proves that it can be done. Praise God for such a great example.
This is one of the couples that really have it together. There are so many people that say that God is first in their life and they don’t have the real sense of what it means, but if he is first in your life your marriage will have the sucses that they have.
Thank you so much for sharing. And you’re truly right about that. I am definitely learning about the true meaning of keeping God first in your marriage.
God bless you all and keep on keeping on AMEN