So they come from Cuba with 4 kids, both the husband and wife are new to the United States. They are both greatful that this country has allowed them to come here and make a new life for their family. They take on any job they can and provide for their kids. Through many years they face countless obstacles, but in the end they rise above them and bring to fruition what all of us hope and dream about. Being free and living the American dream.
Now many years have passed and they no longer are in the same bed. He suffered several health problems where she can no longer take care of him. And he is placed in a home where he will receive the care that he needs. They have been together 54 years! After all those years she still gets all dolled up for him. She gets her hair done and wears pretty things to impress her husband. She never miss a day to visit him. She brings him his favorite foods, and spends time with him watching television.
He worries about her and being out driving around. He is always making sure that the boys they raised look after her. That when she needs anything he can still call one of them and have then see to it that it gets done. And you can bet he follows up with them on what the outcome is when he assigns them a job to do!
What a commitment they have for each other! I wonder if most people today would have that type of commitment? I know that in today’s world we only care about us and no one else. I believe that there are still people out there who today have this commitment. And will work hard to make it work. To all of you that are married God bless you. And I pray that God will give you the strength to push through the challenges that will arise. And remember it’s not all about you, but the person beside you that is also standing with you.
N4KMA