Dr. Laura,
I had to smile today when you were talking about the movie "Picnic." My parents' first date was supposed to be going to see that movie; however, my dad made a mistake and it actually wasn't showing at the local theater. He ended up taking my mother to the drive-in for some other movie! My mother was the ultimate Southern belle and lady!! Daddy said she almost broke the door off leaning against it during the whole movie.
Long story....they were 32 and 30; it was July 1956. They got engaged in October and were married in January 1957. Had my brother in November of 1957 my dad said, "That's what honeymoons are made for." I came along in May 1960. They enjoyed 57 years of marriage until they both passed away in 2014 at 89 and 87. They made a wonderful example of what a great marriage looks like. I have been married to my husband for 31 years.
Thanks for all your great advice!
Barbara
