My very first conversation with Paul--we'd met approximately one minute earlier--was about Camus's The Stranger. We have been married 51 years and counting.
Such a sweet story. I did not marry a reader, I married a gamer. We are opposites in many ways, which is why I think we work, but we both have need for that quiet time to escape. Sitting together and being in different worlds bonded us quickly. He has found audiobooks though and I even read one he recommended, which was a fun step for us. 🥰
May that spark continue to flicker forever, a beacon guiding you both through life's joys and challenges, and a reminder of the transcendent power of your bond that appears to be nothing but l_o_v_e.
Beautiful essay! Love your quote and the live story. We met at a conference in MA one year and I will always remember the amazing book recommendations and more importantly, your kindness!
I absolutely love this post and your beautiful love story!
I love everything about this love story ❤️
Beautiful, a beautiful love story entwined in books.
My very first conversation with Paul--we'd met approximately one minute earlier--was about Camus's The Stranger. We have been married 51 years and counting.
Such a sweet story. I did not marry a reader, I married a gamer. We are opposites in many ways, which is why I think we work, but we both have need for that quiet time to escape. Sitting together and being in different worlds bonded us quickly. He has found audiobooks though and I even read one he recommended, which was a fun step for us. 🥰
Don and I love “sharing space” while we enjoy our separate pastimes! He’s a gamer, too, and I often nap or read when he plays.
Lucky you...
May that spark continue to flicker forever, a beacon guiding you both through life's joys and challenges, and a reminder of the transcendent power of your bond that appears to be nothing but l_o_v_e.
As I enter divorce territory this post gives me hope and a lens to see future partners with... I love that you found each other! Beautiful 💗
I’m sorry to read that you’re getting divorced, but I can tell you that a better future is out there. Sending a hug and encouragement, Nidhi.
Wonderful story ❤️
Beautiful essay! Love your quote and the live story. We met at a conference in MA one year and I will always remember the amazing book recommendations and more importantly, your kindness!
Ah...
I wonder if your life inspired Grant Snider...
Here: https://open.substack.com/pub/incidentalcomics/p/the-book-of-love?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=rmf8m
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