happiness in marriage

Happiness in marriage is not something that just happens.

In marriage the little things are the big things ---

…never being too old to hold hands

...remembering to say "I love you"

…not taking the other for granted

…having a mutual sense

of values and common objectives

…standing together facing the world

…forming a circle of love that gathers the whole family

...doing things for each other, not in the attitude

of duty or sacrifice, but in the spirit of joy

…demonstrating gratitude in thoughtful ways

...forgiving

…establishing a relationship in which

the independence is equal,

dependence is mutual and

the obligation is reciprocal

…marrying the right partner

Happy Anniversary Dad & Mom

65 years