世界上年齡最大的夫婦慶祝結(jié)婚80周年紀念日
John and Charlotte Henderson were named the world's oldest living couple by Guinness World Records. Now, they're preparing to commemorate another incredible milestone.
約翰和夏洛特·亨德森被吉尼斯世界紀錄評為世界上最長壽的夫婦。現(xiàn)在,他們正準備紀念另一個不可思議的里程碑。
John and Charlotte Henderson have a combined age of over 212 years. (Photo: Longhorn Village Senior Living)
On Dec. 22, the two lovebirds will celebrate their 80th wedding anniversary.
12月22日,這對情侶將慶祝他們結(jié)婚80周年紀念日。
John, 106, and his 105-year-old wife, Charlotte, decided to recreate their first date, complete with a 1920s roadster as part of the festivities.
106歲的約翰和105歲的妻子夏洛特決定重現(xiàn)他們的第一次約會,并在慶祝活動中展出了一輛20世紀20年代的跑車。
Of course, John didn't forget a bouquet of flowers to complete the nostalgic occasion.
當然,約翰沒有忘記帶一束鮮花來結(jié)束這個懷舊的時刻。
John and Charlotte met in 1934 during a class at the University of Texas. John is also the oldest living former University of Texas football player.
約翰和夏洛特于1934年在德克薩斯大學的一次課上相識。約翰也是在世的最年長的前德克薩斯大學橄欖球員。
The two eventually got married in 1939. And now, 80 years later, family and friends are gathering at their home in Longhorn Village in Austin, Texas to go through photos and relive cherished memories.
兩人最終于1939年結(jié)婚。如今,80年過去了,家人和朋友們正聚集在他們位于得克薩斯州奧斯汀市Longhorn村的家中,翻看照片,重溫珍貴的回憶。
These are photos of John and Charlotte celebrating their marriage this year and a few years previously. (Photo: Longhorn Village Senior Living Community)
So what's the secret to a long and successful marriage?
那么,長久而成功的婚姻的秘訣是什么呢?
At the party earlier this month, John told told reporters that the key is to "Take every day in stride. Try to make tomorrow a better day than today." He also said it's important to take care of your spouse and to live life in moderation.
在本月早些時候的聚會上,約翰告訴記者,關(guān)鍵是要“從容度過每一天”。努力讓明天比今天更好。”他還說,照顧好你的配偶,和諧地生活是很重要的。
Now that's advice that can truly stand the test of time.
這才是經(jīng)得起時間考驗的建議。
John and Charlotte in the 1940s. (Photo: Longhorn Village Senior Living Community)