There are few things I enjoy more than a beautiful love story, especially one that withstands the test of time. Throw in an incredibly romantic gesture like this one, and I'm a puddle of goo.
In our world of revolving-door commitments and ephemeral vows, it's refreshing to witness a love that can not only survive, but thrive for almost six decades. It's reassuring to know that love like this is still possible.
After meeting as young children, Jim and Elinor remained friends for many years. But after Jim was drafted in World War II, the two decided to tie the knot: On May 20, 1958, the two were wed, and they've been inseparable ever since.
Now, 57 years later, Jim is still finding ways to show his sweet wife just how much he cares — but this one gesture might just take the cake! Their special love is definitely something to aspire to.
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When Elinor Russell had to spend her 57th wedding anniversary in the hospital, her children and grandchildren arranged a very special surprise.
As Elinor lay in her hospital bed — her hair and makeup beautifully done — she was shocked to see this walk through the door: Jim, her beloved husband of nearly six decades, decked in a sharp ballroom tuxedo — cane in one hand, a beautiful bouquet of roses in the other. "It made me smile like the younger days when we were dancing,” Elinor said.
After being drafted into World War II as a combat fighter pilot, Jim returned to find that Elinor — his once pigtailed childhood friend — had become a lovely lady. Not long after, the two became sweethearts and eloped. Now, 57 beautiful years late
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