Love is in the air...

I went to a wedding rehearsal dinner last night. Not that big a deal, right? After all, it's the time of year when love blooms and weddings are a common occurrence. But this one was unusual.

The bride is a beautiful woman, physically, very fit and trim with a lovely face and an equally lovely spirit. She's quiet and a little reserved, but has a ready smile and a wonderful personality. She's never been married. The groom (although I only met him recently) seems to be a very kind, soft-spoken man, quick to make a joke and laugh. He's a widower.

They're a lovely couple. They're also 70 and 65 years old, respectively. How cool is that??

I can't imagine being 70 years old and taking the plunge into marriage for the first time. That takes a lot of courage. And a lot of love.

I'm so happy for them, and I wish them nothing but happiness and joy, and many fine years together. Today is their the big day, and it's a beautiful, clear, sunny day...a perfect wedding day. I can't wait to see the bride walk down the aisle, and I hope her day is everything she's dreamed about and more.