“When we retired, we said we were going to travel once a month. A couple of years down the road, we hadn’t done anything.” “Then she came in one morning and said, ‘I’m buying a Harley and I’m going to ride. You can either ride … Continue readingTheir retirement is filled with motorcycle riding
“I just graduated with a degree in history with a teaching certificate, as well as a minor in military science because I did the ROTC program. I want to teach at high school and then move on to get a master’s so I can teach … Continue readingHe learns how to lead in the National Guard
“She’s been with me since she was 2 months old, and now she’s about to turn 9. It’s a long story. “Actually, she was my husband’s daughter’s daughter. He came to me one day and asked if I would help him take care of his … Continue readingHer hands are full raising husband’s granddaughter
“We just had the last day of school. It’s all right, but it kind of sucks. I kind of like school. I like the friends there. I don’t like to be alone. I don’t know how to really socialize outside of school. It’s easier at … Continue reading‘I know you don’t need drugs to have fun’
“I was involved with Little League baseball for a number of years, as a league president, city coordinator and then assistant district administrator. I enjoyed working with a lot of great people and playing a role in looking out for the kids. “I got to … Continue readingLittle League leader did it for the kids’ benefit
“My keys for a long and successful marriage are communication and trust. You have to conversate with each other. You can’t just assume things are going to happen. You need to talk one-on-one with him. If something is bothering you then you say, ‘Babe, I’ve … Continue readingCommunication and trust keep her marriage strong
“I found a job that I pretty much like because I get to interact with people. It’s in fast food. Customers will come through telling jokes and stories. Sometimes when I know I need a laugh, that spices up my day for me. “One time, … Continue readingShe enjoys that drive-through experience
“For years, I traveled all over the United States installing commercial windows and doors. Every three weeks, the company would fly my wife to wherever I was. I think that helped keep our marriage going strong. With me being on the road all the time, … Continue readingMarriage withstands long life on the road
“Apparently, everybody else knew we were supposed to be in a relationship before we did. “His wife passed away from cancer several years ago, so when he needed help picking out a suit for a family wedding I went with him. The lady waiting on … Continue readingNo big surprise when relationship turns to marriage
“It’s kind of self-explanatory. The little blue arrow means a boy got my heart. The knife that goes through shows that he stabbed or broke it. I’m engaged now, so it doesn’t really apply to my current situation. But it’s there to remind me that … Continue readingTattoo reminder of relationship gone bad