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Genre: Personal Musing
Word Count: 100
COME WHAT MAY
Every day it’s a-gettin’ closer.
Goin’ faster than a roller coaster…
I think back to the day we said our “I do’s.”
Sometimes we did. And all too often we didn’t.
Three babies came. Thankfully, one at a time—each with his own unique personality.
We weathered the lean times.
Hamburger Helper was what was for dinner.
We endured the alone times—both physical and emotional.
We survived chicken pox, broken bones and injuries requiring stitches.
Every day it’s a-gettin’ closer
Goin’ faster than a roller coaster
Life was never ever neat.
Love like yours has surely come my way.
Tomorrow marks our 53rd year of marriage. Our parents gave us six months. I guess we beat those odds. Sometimes I think we stayed together out of pure stubborness. At any rate, I’ve waxed reflective this month. Thank you for understanding. 😉
If you don’t already have an earworm, let me help. 😉





I guess that most marriages are a balance between love and tolerance. Congratulations and best wishes.
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Dear James,
We’ve certainly grown up together. 😉 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle, congrats. 53 years is a long, long time! xoxo
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Dear Carol Anne,
A long time indeed. Miracles to happen. 😀 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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A life well lived. And who can ask more than that?
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Dear Neil,
Thank you for your thoughtful comment. It makes me smile.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Dear Rochelle,
Time flies but when you are with the one you love (most times) at least it is a good trip! Congrats on 53 years. It’s a beautiful thing.
Shalom and lotsa long-lasting love,
Dale
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Dear Dale,
There’s something magical about having made it all this time and still, for the most part, liking each other. It is a beautiful thing. Thank you.
Shalom and lotsa lingering hugs,
Rochelle
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Yes! There is a LOT that is magical to this. So many people quit when the going gets rough (and let’s face it, there are rough goings!)
💞
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There are bumps in every road; it sounds like you had your share but travelled them together (or at least, in close proximity). Congratulations on your 53 years and your lasting love.
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Dear Jen,
These days, we’re looking back on the rough times and patting each other on the back for making it through. Thank you,
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You just had to put an ear worm In didn’t you. lol. We learned a lot about life along this journey and, I think, came through pretty well. We both had a lot of growing up to do. However, we weathered the storm and the good times as well and here we are. Fifty three years later and going strong. I always said I was only getting married once. And I meant it. There is no one else I want to spend my life with than you.
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Dear Jan,
We certainly did have a lot of growing and learning to do. I’m grateful for what we have built together. Love you, hunny.
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Mazel Tov.
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Todah rabbah, James.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Sincere congratulations – the next Big One is 60! Liz x
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Many thanks, Liz.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I’m happy for you both! What a great example of staying together and working it out!
Happy Anniversary!! Wishing you many more happy, wonderful years together!🌹
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Thank you for your kind words, whoever you are.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I really like your change of pace this week. Really lovely to read.
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Thank you so much, Mr. B.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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L’chaim to you both! Keep waxing because your waxes are enjoyable to read. I liked how you wove the lyrics into the song to meet the prompt. (And thank you for the ear worm!)
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Dear Michael,
I couldn’t resist throwing a good old earworm into the mix. 😉 Thank you for your encouraging words.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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i suppose commitment is the key that holds people together.
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Dear Plaridel,
Yep, commitment is key. We made a promise and we’ve kept it. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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congrats and have a happily forever. Till forever. Lovely lines
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Thank you so much, Nandini.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Congratulations!! Lovely story and so true, life is going so fast. We are doing our 35th anniversary next weekend! So much living, loving, understanding and learning. As you say, Rochelle, life isn’t meant to be neat, but those wee glimpses we get of it sure make it all worth it. Love your take on the prompt 🙂
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Dear Fleur,
A hearty congratulations to you and your husband. Not many couples seem to make it to the twenty year mark these days. It takes a lot of work, doesn’t it? Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I really enjoyed listening to the story. It certainly is true…life / love is not neat but well worth the time we put in. Happiest of anniversaries, Rochelle. I’m glad you proved your parents wrong. Lovely story!
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Dear Brenda,
I’m so glad to hear that you listened to the story. 😉 I record mainly for a sight-challenged friend who occasionally stops by. Thank you for your kind words. There are times we wondered ourselves if we were going to make it this long.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Congratulations on 53 adventurous years, Rochelle! I have great admiration for the stubborn ones ;). And it’s amazing what life teaches through the ups and downs. Thanks for sharing a snippet of your memories! -Angela
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Dear Angela,
It’s been an interesting half century plus. 😉 Thank you so much for your kind words.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Dear Rochelle,
53 years is amazing indeed. I’m glad that both of you managed to beat those odds. Congratulations!
Love
Shweta
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Dear Shweta,
We’re pretty proud of lasting all these years. Many memories, some painful, some wonderful. But that’s life. Thank you for your sweet comments.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You’re most welcome 🤗
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Congratulations !
What a lovely life well lived. Thank you for sharing that with us.
Laurie
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Thank you for your sweet comments, Laurie. Thank you for reading.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle, beautiful honoring of a life-long love story. Happy 53rd Rochelle and Jan! ❤ ❤
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Thank you so much, Lisa.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle,
You’re very welcome ❤
Shalom,
Lisa
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Beautiful! Happy anniversary!
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Many thanks, Dawn.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thank you Rochelle, yes 35 years takes work but worth every bit of it. ❤️
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