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I love your story! My husband and i are 7 years apart. We dealt with drama early on. And were together for 8 years before getting married. This year is our 30th anniversary. Four children later and still much respect and love for each other. I guess when you know , you know. ♥️

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Wow, Francine, so many similarities! Yes, the way I view it, we had other things to focus on in life, so let's get the relationship thing out of the way early so we can do the work we came into this life to do. For some, learning about love, companionship, and even loneliness might be what they came to do. I'm just really glad that wasn't my destiny because those can be challenging experiences. Four children...my goodness...good for you.

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Hi Bob-

I knew this was your & Melissa’s story after reading a few paragraphs! So happy for u both! A love like this doesn’t come along very often. It’s an absolutely wonderful story! May u continue to share that strong bond & many more years in love! Congrats on celebrating so many years together!!

Shari

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Thanks Shari! You must be like Melissa who solves all the British TV mysteries (and correctly) in the first few minutes. 😁

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Delightful!

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Wonderful story! It’s truly inspiring to read about love that last throughout a lifetime.

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Glad you enjoyed it, Beverly. Thank you.

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Bob, you are one talented writer! What a wonderful narrative.

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Thank you, Eugene! Hope things in Tennessee are well.

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Bob, I hope membership grows. Everything you’ve written thus far has been inspirational. Well , I think we are now moving into the Fall here in west Tennessee. Cat On A Hot Tin Roof Summer.

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Oh My Bob - what a Sweet Love Story! I loved reading it and your way of “SURPRISING” the ending made it even SWEETER!! “Thank You” for sharing it!! 👍🤗😊💕

Rosanne Taylor

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Thanks Rosanne. You're "Oh My Bob" cracked me up.

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Soulmates destined to meet. Congrats!!!

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Certainly seems that way. Thank you, Annalyn!

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Such a beautiful love story! Wishing you both many many more loving, wonderful years together

♥️💕❤️

Maureen

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Thank you Maureen!

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Such a sweet story! You are one of the lucky ones - Happy Anniversary!

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Yes, I'm blessed. Thanks Margo!

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Wishing you a blessed anniversary. Beautiful story. Ty for sharing. Many many more happy and healthy years together

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Thanks Denise. Enjoy your weekend.

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Aww, I love your story! It was pretty gripping at first. I was worried what would happen and was so relieved for the happy ending. Gotta love Missy's rebel spirit!! A wild child from the best era. She and I would've been thick as thieves together a little earlier in the 70s. No mischief left undone. Lol

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Thanks Mary, it’s hard to believe that much time has passed. Not sure where the time has gone, but it’s been a great ride along the way. God bless the rebel spirits of all ages among us.

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My wife of 60 years and I met when she was 14 and I was 16 we did it off and on for four years and we’re still dating some 60 years later with four boys or granddaughters and to great grandsons loving family

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I love that, Rene! I think too many parents brush off their teenager's relationships thinking they'll never last, but a lot more do last than most people believe. Thanks for sharing.

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Sorry for the typos was dictated! We dated for 4 years - have 4 boys 4 granddaughters and as of now 2 great grandsons (on the way to 4??)

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That’s the sweetest story! Congratulations on staying together all those years.

Such the gentleman, Bob! ❤️

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Thanks Claudeen! I'm truly blessed.

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