Today is my husband's birthday. He is turning 70! It's hard to believe. We've been together since high school. He was a senior and I was a junior and what we started has lasted a lifetime. Last December, it was 51 years since the day we met!
We often laugh about how we met. It was at a Math Club meeting! He was in charge of refreshments that night and brought doughnuts. For some reason, I turned the doughnut down when he offered one to me. He claims that on the day we met, he knew he wanted to marry me.
The next day, I was working in the school office during one of my open periods. Who should stop by? Dave, of course, bringing me a doughnut from the night before. I thought, "How sweet is this guy?" and something began that day.
A curiosity - who was this guy?
A tickle in my heart - was he really interested in me?
A smile.
We've been married for 46 years. There are so many adventures to remember - big and small - over the years. Just maybe, I will write about some of them in March.
For now, we are celebrating his birthday tonight with our children and grandchildren. I look forward to celebrating this guy who thought a doughnut could bring us together. What a genius!
What a sweet story. Life can be so complex, it's gratifying to hear about enduring love through the decades. You are blessed!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing! How one meets their spouse is always a great story. Isn't it so funny how people connect? Great slice!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice story. You never know where or when you will meet your other half. Congratulations for the many years of marriage.
ReplyDeleteWow! This is a GREAT story. Congratulations! This is very romantic...I wonder if any relationships start with a doughnut nowadays--How would that work on match.com?
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday to your sweetheart! It's lovely to hear of marriages that have staying power like yours. His doughnut had some staying power.
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet story - the big picture is bigger than a simple story with 51 years but just this little slice made me feel hopeful and happy. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great story. I hope you have a wonderful time celebrating with your family.
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