LAUGH A LITTLE. LOVE ALOT. LIVE WELL. (A repost)
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"A loving heart is the truest wisdom." - Charles Dickens
Sunday, March 21, 2010 at 4:07PM
There
are few moments in life which will afford me as much pleasure as
meeting the woman I had the opportunity to interview for this week’s
Sage Wisdom article. When Bette first joined the club, she sent in a
wonderful ‘Quick Tip’: “Wake up in the morning, and count your
blessings. Give thanks to God for the wonderful life you share with
your beautiful man. Tell him you love him and then get up and start
your day with a smile on your face and love in your heart. It's worked
for me...and we'll be outrageously happily married for 65 years in
July.” I immediately responded and asked if she would consider being
the first wife interviewed for the Sage Wisdom column of the site.
Keith
and I were married in 2003 so by no means do I consider myself
an expert in marriage. I am happy to give thoughts from my own
experiences over these wonderful years but I did not create this site
for the purpose of giving my own advice. It was to pass on the advice
of those who have been married much longer than me. This new section
of the site brings that desire to fruition.
Bette
and Art, who prefer to go by Gramma Bette and Papa Art, have three
grown children, all who have happy and loving marriages (each have been
married between 30-41 years).
I hope you glean as much wisdom from this brief conversation as I did. Enjoy!
Bette, how did you and your husband meet? How many years ago?
My
husband and I met 70 years ago at a Brownie meeting. I was dared to
kiss the next boy who came down the hall…and that’s all it took.
If
you could give your "Top 4 List" of principles you and your husband
follow or things you have done over your years together to keep your
relationship fresh, fun and happy -- what would they be?
- First and foremost, we never go to bed angry;
- Live as a couple, not married singles;
- Don’t just listen to each other, but hear what one another are truly saying;
- Put each other first – above all else – including parents and children;
Your
children have solid marriages, as well. What do you attribute that
to? Is there anything in particular you instilled in your children?
Everything I mentioned above, coupled with the experience of observing how a happy marriage can be.
What is the most special thing you remember your husband doing for you and vice versa?
How
can I condense nearly 65 years of things he’s done for me? Perhaps,
the most amazing are the little things, like bringing me coffee and a
grapefruit in bed each day. Accepting me for who I am and not trying
to change me. Being such a remarkable father, grandfather and great
grandfather. For being an honest, upstanding, deeply ethical human
being. And last but certainly not least, the love I see in his eyes
every single day.
What is the most romantic date you can remember in your 64 years together?
Too
many things to list. But for one example, there was the night we
waltzed through fresh snow holding hands and singing love songs. We
were 17 years old at the time (just like in the movie “Notebook”).
To the women who have stopped believing in love or a marriage that lasts a lifetime. What would you like to say to them?
It is never too late…Keep your eyes and your heart open and Mr. Right will come along, no matter how old you are.
Thank you, Gramma Bette and Papa Art, for the pleasure of posting this interview. Sincerely, Fawn
Artist: Aaliyah Song: Journey to the Past [Anastasia] orginally posted November 3,2010
Heart
don't fail me now Courage don't desert me, don't turn back now that
we're here People always say life is full of choices No one ever
mentions fear or how the road can seem so long how the world can seem so
vast courage see me through heart I am trusting you On this journey to
the past...
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| How awesome is heaven ^_^..from the past..to present and to the future His love endures |
Somewhere down this road, I know someone's
waiting Years of dreams just can't be wrong Arms will open wide, I'll
be safe and wanted Finally home where I belong well starting here my
life begins starting now I'm learning fast courage see me through heart i
am trusting you on this journey to the past
heart don't fail me now (no) courage don't desert me.
Home,
love, family; there was once a time I must have had them too Home,
love, family; I will never be complete until I find you (heey)
One step at a time One hope then another Who knows where this road may go? Back to who I was On to find my future things my heart still needs to know Yes, let this be a sign Let this road be mine Let it lead me to my past courage see me through heart I am trusting you to bring me home At last! At last!
courage see me through heart i'm trusting you
heyyyy (x4)
courage see me through
_yonlovesJesus_yonlovesHim_yonishappy_yonisblessed_Godlovesme_Godlovesyou!
Through Dark Valleys (posted last 2010)
Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. Psalm 23:4
As a leader, you are expected to be there for everyone at every moment of the day. No one is able to be there at all times. Still, guilt fills the mind and causes you to doubt your ministry and your effectiveness.
Yet, we are not left alone in this world. Through the darkest valleys of life, through the most difficult times of ministry, God is with us. As we lead his people, we can rest knowing that God leads us. When things get tight, the problems don’t seem to go away, and we struggle with guilt--the false guilt of not being able to be there for everyone--God will comfort us. He shields us even during the assaults of bitter people and harsh words. He will always lead us in a path meant to protect us and keep us strong.
When the road is dark and tough, God will guide and protect you. When you feel overwhelmed with loneliness, the Lord is close beside you. When your heart is asking hard questions and you feel beaten down, God will sustain you. We don’t need to live in fear, for God is always with you. He is willing to comfort and protect you. He guides you through every mountain and valley of life. He is your true Leader/Shepherd. And the more you trust him as Lord, the more you will experience the wonder of having a Shepherd.
P at i e n c e
by Yon Elcano on Monday, September 27, 2010 at 6:09pm
We live in an impatient world. We want everything to happen when we want it to happen. Yet, the Bible reminds us that things will happen when God wants them to occur. We are all living on God's timeline. While this verse talks about when Christ returns, it reminds us to live patiently in our everyday lives. So take a deep breath this week and reflect on areas of your life where you need to put things in God's hands and be patient.
by Yon Elcano on Monday, September 27, 2010 at 6:09pm
Ephesians 1:10 - "Then when the time is right, God will do all that he has planned, and Christ will bring together everything in heaven and on earth." (CEV)
