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[@LottieMatiskella]

I did the same thing while my husband was in last stages of cancer, had my engagement ring to be fixed. I am glad I did that and I am sure that my husband felt the same way. My husband cried only 2 times, once when his mother died and 1 day before his death, that he did not want to leave myself and my son. His protection for us was there to the end. My only son died 2 yrs after my husband, and it is hard being left alone but I thank God for those 53 years with my husband and son. God bless you and your family; I miss the hectic time and energy needed to care for us all. God first, Family second importance in your life is important, that you will not have any regrets. It is the little things that you remember.

[@HopefulEmpath]

❤🙏

[@dothehokeypokeyandgetbusy6359]

I still have my husband, we did loose our only daughter 10.5 years ago. I’m so sorry for your loss of both. May God hold you in the palm of his hand and bless you!

[@MDK1968Mimi]

❤🙏❤️

[@kathieb5064]

Sorry for your loss! You are right....God first, family second and this is not our home.

[@rain0450]

I teared up reading your testimony. Praise God for the faithful perseverance of the saints 🙏🏻

[@robertscranton8293]

Men have deep emotions. This society devalues us and our feelings.

[@Justpassinthru62]

Thank you for sharing that. It’s not insignificant.

[@patriciaf2558]

Robert, with that expression I wholly believe that you are blessing someone special.

[@Betsy-b6k]

Thank you for saying that. When I was a young woman I would be one of those women that would forget that men have feelings. Sometimes , we women learn the hard way that everyone has feelings. That we are all different in showing our emotions. 🥹

[@Catsrule7]

Sadly I have no one. I am on my own after an abusive marriage. Those who are lucky in your partner cherish what you have, you are truly blessed.

[@Minnehaha64]

There is One who loves you more than any mere man can ever love you. He will never leave you nor forsake you. I hope you know Him. His name is Jesus, and He waits with open arms.

[@lindatate8269]

Me, too! Been divorced for 27 years. So devastating that I never dated in all that time. I'm 69. Lost my trust in people. But with God I' m way better. People cherish each other. Good relationships are a blessing!!!

[@GeriRogers]

Unfortunately I was in a narcissistic abusive marriage for 50 years. So beautiful to see how loving a marriage can be and I am so happy for people who have a good loving marriage. I am not alone though because I have the wonderful love of Jesus. I don't need anything more. I am safe now praise God.

[@mayLibertyprevail1a]

@@Minnehaha64 Amen!

[@phollohan1607]

​@@Minnehaha64Amen!

[@mematoeight8709]

I'd already been crying today. I lost my husband of 55 years in October. We always said "please" and "thank you" for anything we did for each other. The last few months were rough. He would call me to his bed and tell me thank you for all I was doing. And tell me how much he loved me. I have a daughter, son, 3 granddaughters and 2 great grandsons. The baby, born in November has my husband's name. Tomorrow I start babysitting him. I also have a grandson with 2 children who has alienated himself from us. I wear his wedding band on my thumb now. Sometimes the loneliness is overwhelming, but God is always with me, to strengthen me, provide for me and protect me. I will be ok. Life goes on and I move forward in my new journey. I know I will be fine. I am loved. 😊

[@Debbie-b1y]

🤗❤️🙏

[@HopefulEmpath]

🙏❤

[@renitameares3838]

I will never forget when my Daddy got Mom a new wedding ring set for Christmas one year. He was so proud and showed it to my sisters and me. He got Mom’s old set and told her he was getting it cleaned and checked for her Christmas present. Christmas morning, Mom was so surprised but also heartbroken because he told her that he turned her old set in as a trade in. That was her wedding set, not the new one. Mom was not ungrateful or angry, it was just a sentimental loss for her. That next business day, my Daddy was back at the local jeweler and bought her set back. She cried, he was relieved and she wore both. Both sets were very modest, but he wanted her to have a diamond, not just little chips of them set in gold. They sure loved each other and we all miss him so much. ♥️

[@laurafrey3563]

About 6 years ago I lost the little diamond in my ring that my husband had bought me at 21 years old. I was devastated. We went to the jewelers to pick out a replacement and the sales lady was so excited saying, “you can upgrade now”. No, I want you to match the new one as closely as you can to the diamond that my husband saved his pennies for at the young age of 21. She just looked at me like I was crazy. It’s not about the size of the diamond lady. Married 31 years this May ❤

[@Old_Sailor85]

Bought my wife her ring when I was 18. A whole 2 pt chip. At least the ring was real gold. That was 48 years ago. She did "upgrade" her rings a few times, but she kept the original.

[@joycebegnaud9645]

🥰

[@aquadrops6138]

I have known my hubby since I was 13 and he was 18. We married at me 23 and him 28. We just this past September celebrated 40 years of marriage. Right now I cannot wear my wedding ring since with the cancer I have lost 34 pounds and I don't want to lose it. I haven't had it resized because I hope to gain back the weight I lost. My hubby has never worn his ring since he worked around electrical and was afraid of it fusing to his finger. It was never a problem for me since I knew he loved me and was always committed. Since getting cancer these last two times, I have had cancer three times, he has been my angel. With this cancer I lost the ability to speak and we talk through the speechify program on my phone or tablet. His patience with me and the situation has been a blessing from God. I love him dearly and I know he loves me too. God will see us through this.

[@terrysaintonge511]

Oh my, I am going to pray for you if that is ok. How tired you must be and the same must be true for your husband. Your story is a testimony of how love can lift the human spirit and create a resilience that hardly seems possible. A story that will travel from this life to another one day in the distant future hopefully. This love of your husbands and yours is an inspiration to all of us. 🫶🏼

[@JoelUldrych-kh2sc]

Beautiful relationship 💖 God bless! May healing be upon you in Jesus' name. 🙏

[@dortek882]

Wear your ring on a necklace❤

[@momto7ify]

❤❤❤

[@AstridOsloThor]

🙏👑🙏🧡💪😍

[@michaelschneider9710]

Like James, I did not take off my band throughout our marriage. My wife was called home several years ago, and it took me three years to take off my ring. I took it to a jewelry store, and they cut my ring, slipped my late wife's ring through it, and heated my ring to bond it together again; both our rings formed joined the rings into a figure eight as we were joined as one in Sacramental Marriage. I turned a box from a maple tree from a branch by her grave and placed our joined figure 8 ring in that box I turned.

[@trutsieo5430]

That’s very thoughtful. Wishing you many blessings

[@mamat5264]

Oh my, that’s beautiful.

[@emilydebary4738]

That is so beautiful

[@jodiodell3168]

Beautiful ❤

[@DaW-i2p]

A day before my husband lost his ability to communicate while passing from cancer, he whispered to me these exact words: "I'm so glad that you're my girl." These were his last coherent words to me, and he passed to heaven just short of our 40th anniversary about three days later. Those words will forever resonate with me and came from the heart of a man who loved me to the nth degree. Treasure those words and actions of your loved ones!!

[@JustJennifer8448]

🥹❤

[@leowife9370]

My hubs works nights. One morning I got up, and he had copied a pic of me on the printer at work. He typed on it EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH and stuck it on the fridge. That silly thing made my heart smile. My hubs is a man of few words. He is not a cuddle bug, but he does tell me he loves me all the time. He is not a flowers and chocolate man. I tell you what, that silly little piece of copy paper with my picture and those words meant more to me than anything he could have bought me. We will be married for 33 years in September. He is my world. Definitely love your people. ❤

[@SuzanneSims-k7u]

So sweet of your husband. How touching. ❤

[@caughtyapeekin]

Men are simple creatures. The love of my life is my rock, partner and protector. 33 yrs later and we are still learning about each other. He is my everything. Great reminder :)

[@DonnaMartin99]

I lost my husband to pancreatic cancer 10 years ago. He was my best friend. The memories of the small things shared between us, those are what sustain me. It was horrible to watch him die, inch by inch, over a year and a half. But the gift of that time allowed us to savor the tender moments and say what we needed to say to each other. We had the gift of a long goodbye. In one conversation, I thanked him for loving me. His response? “Oh, you have been so easy to love.” Is it possible for anyone to say something more sweet to you than that? Absolutely not.

[@hollytaylor6858]

dnt get a good bye from my hubby of 48 years due to Covid. He was in the hospital 3 weeks, and I tried to get them to let me in. I finally got to go in the last night. I got to tell him good by, but I really don't know if he heard. I think it just hard either way. Memories live on. People should make good memories every day!

[@sharleneknaus3664]

I lost my husband to pancreatic cancer probably the same time as your loss happened. I am so sorry for you and I too enjoy Patara. God Bless!

[@donnahughes4652]

@@hollytaylor6858Totally understand!My husband was taken to his heavenly home 3 yrs ago. He had to go to VA (I thought I had allergies but ended up COVID and i couldn’t be with him! )Thank God our youngest daughter was with him & we FaceTime so we could see each other. Was hard but thankfully daughter was there! We know will see all our loved ones soon💔❤️‍🩹🕊️🙏🙌🏻 👵🏻

[@anncooper3960]

​@@hollytaylor6858Hearing is the last sense to go. He heard you. My husband died of leukemia soon after his 46th birthday. Our children were 13 and 11. I was blessed to work in the oncology unit where he received treatment. Our pain is never wasted in God's economy. He works all things together for our good as Rom. 8:28 says.

[@therooster6104]

🙏🏼🌹🕊️✝️

[@Pattim4762]

I am struggling with everything now. I have prepared got my farm ready. But I just feel so lost in my mind. Dealing with the loss of my mom Oct. 16 2024. I just feel so numb. Lots of losses the past year. Fell yesterday on the ice from the snow we had 9 inches. I hit my head on the ice and have a small cut on my head. I'm so sore. I need prayers 🙏 for my healing

[@TinaMarie869]

Praying God will give you his peace and strength and bless you beyond anything you can even dream of in the mighty name of Jesus AMEN AND AMEN 🙏🙌 yes I pray big because we have a big God and nothing is impossible for him 😊

[@janetnunn210]

I am so sorry for your loss.be kind to yourself and take some time for your body to heal after that fall.prayers for your heart to heal

[@bluebirdgramma6317]

Take extra! care of yourself NOW! Concussion is possible! Sending Hugs of Healing to you Now.

[@Minnehaha64]

Praying NOW!

[@lindamay2630]

Praying

[@chrisd7244]

Many years ago we had 3 little ones, I was out of work and looking for a new job. We had a house payment due and nowhere to get the money. My wife and I can to the very difficult decision to pawn our wedding rings and her engagement ring. I felt so sorry to have our family in that position, but she encouraged me that the ring was nice but having me and the kids was more important. I hope one day I can replace those rings.

[@DeliverMeFromEvil-]

Patara....This post really touched me. Yesterday my trucker husband... who is a tough as nails kind of guy...after an exhausting day of traffic pressure from our boss ect. told me how much he loves me and that I am his only friend... I burst into tears and I know how much he loves me... we get busy and forget or just ... you know what I mean...love your life and the people who love you. Pray Prep and Persevere God is with us ❤pray for one another

[@thelmaavila3685]

Patara, James' tenderness touched your heart in a special way. Those are the memories that never go away.

[@donnahughes4652]

Truth! Memories become Treasures of our 💞 💕🕊️🙏🙌🏻

[@RickyFrost-f6u]

My wife and me were married 29 and half years when she passed away June 2004. Looking forward to seeing her again.😊

We are soon to be married 58 years. My inlaws had 68 years together.

[@brianmurray1395]

YOU ABSOLUTELY WILL!!!.❤️🇨🇦🙏

[@aquacommelina]

It's very honoring to your husband that you wear your ring. What a blessing for you both.

[@cluckieschickens]

My wonderful husband doesn't say much. But on our wedding day he sent me a dozen roses. On the card it said "As long as there are roses on the earth, I will love you. Enjoy this day." It is tucked in my keepsake box, and in my heart. It was probably a little thing to him. But to me on a hectic stressful day, it meant everything. I stopped and smelled the roses, and enjoyed our day.

[@LaLaBama22]

Well, who all is crying? I am. When you said "thank you", that broke all control I had over my tear ducts. I'm one of the women who is blessed with a wonderful husband. We still kiss each other good morning, good night and even every time one of us starts to leave the house. I try my best to spoil him just like he does me. He is my once in a lifetime! We may not be rich in $$ but we are blessed beyond measure.

[@cindyjo6218]

Amen and Praise the Lord!

[@tripletfeb4034]

My son is 13 and ever since he was a baby, we have said goodnight prayers and I sing him a song I made up. It's a stupid little song but he still loves it. I know one day, he will be too old for the song but as of now, he still loves it and so do I❤❤

[@LillyofSooth]

If you can, please record that song for him. I am sure he would treasure it.

[@jackieroberts6316]

At the time my hubby proposed I was a machinist. He asked did I want a ring. I said no, I want an acre of land. We were living in a house on an 80' x 110' lot near Ft. Lauderdale. I now have a 2 1/2 acre homestead in SC..

[@cathywood8222]

I lost my husband Dec. 16, 2024 of a massive heart attack. We had been married 55 years when he passed. We still wore our original bands. Didn’t want another band. We said”I love you” before we went to bed. We have a son, grandson, great granddaughter and great grandson and expecting grandtwins in April. He was a good man!!

[@BonnieHodge-e2p]

1/15/25, today is our 53rd Anniversary. He's still my best friend. I laughed about your wedding ring because about 25 years ago, from doing barn chores, my finger got infected under my wedding band and the doctor had to cut it into 2 pieces to remove it. I always thought I would have it remade, but I got another band for going out and the 2 pieces sit in my jewelry box. My husband has worn his every day for the 53 years. Glad you made James' day.

[@cheriehorner1471]

Thank you, I just got my bands sized up from 4 1/4 to 5 and all the prongs fixed and my husband wanted me to melt my bands down and make earrings with the diamonds, I cried and told him I would not do this. They mean more to me, a symbol of us. It really hurts my feelings, he wasn't trying to be malice. We picked up my rings the other day and he told me he was glad I did what I wanted to. I love them and the history behind them, our history.

[@auntiepam5649]

My grands were at my house for Christmas the first time in 10 years we were all together. I went through my rings and gave them out my dads ring I gave to my only grandson, my mothers wedding ring to my oldest granddaughter. I had already given my wedding set and anniversary ring years ago to my daughters. I am not waiting until I am gone, I want to see there faces when they get them. You are so right, be intentional about loving people.

[@kathyberkshire5878]

Years ago I wrote letters to the older women in my little church I grew up in and told them how they had impacted my life and made me into the woman I am now(72 yrs). They had been my Sunday school teachers, vacation Bible school teachers, sang in choir with me, taught me to play the piano and organ, gave me a wedding shower (with recipes!), advice, modeled a Christian life, volunteering, how to settle disagreements, and care for their families. This was all before they passed onto heaven and I think of them and my older family often doing everyday things together, their visits with coffee at the kitchen table. I miss them all. And their wisdom and love. Tell those in your life what they mean to you and thier impact on you.

[@rob5836]

Thank you for sharing about your rings with us. I lost my wife 21 years ago. I just told her that I gave her engagement ring to our grandson. Ant that he gave it to his fiance. Thank you again.

[@ninnymuggins5159]

Thank you for showing what a healthy, happy marriage is supposed to be like!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sharonwickey9337]

We've been married for over 47 years, and together for 50 years. We've had five children, two sons have died, but three beautiful daughters are close to us. We have thirteen wonderful grandchildren. We are truly a village, always helping each other, through good and hard times. Loved your message today!❤

[@helenknefley9367]

Thx for sharing this ❤ my husband and I just celebrated 60 years together, not with out some bumps, but we still need to love each other and treat each other “special”💕💕💕

[@BethEmily763]

❤❤❤

[@bluebirdgramma6317]

❤❤❤. Grateful we had 68yrs together, before he passed..❤

[@BethEmily763]

@ 🥰

[@janetnunn210]

That is so amazing.congratulations

[@tammihughes6229]

Bless you for 60 years

[@kyleh3540]

So blessed to have 2 washers, 2 dryers, 2 ovens and 2 dishwashers and 2 kitchen sinks.....so awesome and such a blessing. They don't make appliances like they used to and they break more often.

[@pattymccoy2866]

When my husband and I got engaged he gave me a beautiful diamond. Never expected anything so beautiful! Years later he did not have good work. I was and still am a stay at home mom. We needed money to pay our electric bill so it would not get turned off, so I sold my diamond. We did not get anything close to what it was worth but it paid our bill. I never regretted selling it. It did more good off my finger than on it. Twenty seven years later he surprised me with a beautiful diamond. So thoughtful and dear! Love your story Patara! Love you! ❤

[@celticfiddle7605]

Wonderful advice Patara. Thank you for sharing your sweet story of your precious wedding ring

[@EssentialTam33]

I paused this right after you mentioned James saying thank you❤. Oh my goodness, I understood right away and a tear sprang into my eye. Ya'll are too much in the very best way, and that man o' yours is a keeper!😊

[@loriedwards2076]

That is such a sweet story...just shows how much you and James have such a bond that stood the test of time. Thank you for sharing. ❤️🙏❤️

[@MyCabinLife]

I remember wanting to send my dad dinner for his birthday even though we lived across country from each other. He liked Olive garden so I sent him a gift card for Olive garden so he could take a friend with him for a birthday dinner on me. Then I found out when he was going and I called the restaurant and I ordered him a birthday cake and they surprised him and sing happy birthday to him . I found out later on that that was the first birthday cake he had ever had for his birthday. I think it was over 65 at that point. He never said a word so those years. But it mattered.

[@junulock]

One of your best messages to take to heart.

[@kunaburger8946]

it is the little things that mean so very much. .take the time to say thank you and love you and hugs that carry us through. God bless you!!

[@cynthiabenfield9512]

Y'all are so very blessed to have that rarest type of relationship where you actually 'see' and appreciate each other........ Father God bless you and all those gathered here 💖💖🙏🙏⚔⚔🔥🔥

[@HeismyShepherd1]

Patara, this hit me like a ton of bricks. I'm tearing up as I write this. I have been married to my High School sweetheart for 56 years. My husband has never taken his ring off either. Over the years I quit wearing my set too. First it was due to sizing. Then due to work, then I got to feeling uneasy about wearing it due to fear of being a"target" for theft. Then due to getting older and being more at risk for being attacked. This seems so ridiculous to me now. I'm going to get mine redone and start wearing them again. I realize now how this may have made him feel funny, and he may have never voiced anything about it either. Like you said, it represents our beginning. And I wouldn't trade that for anything. Thank you💕

[@TinaMarie869]

I'm so grateful that you lift your husband up and your togetherness. Praying this video gets more visible to the world because people need to see this. Bless you both ❤

[@Pjbuck55]

I wasn’t hungry , but I sure am now! Yum!

[@homesteadingwithgrandmabea5928]

Oh Patara!! Same story with my wedding set. I outgrew it and the diamond is loose. I have put off getting it sized and repaired. I am going to prioritize that right now!!! Thank you!

[@bluebirdgramma6317]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@bluebirdgramma6317]

I had my diamond and wedding band welded together as they were getting thin by rubbing against each other. PS, I've had mine since 1954!❤

[@TinaMarie869]

❤❤❤❤

[@makadutaarzola9453]

This was such a sweet story and thank you Sister for sharing it. God is good. Love you and have a Blessed day and evening.🙏💛😊

[@AlisonMeyer-ud1ix]

When my husband and I got married he did work on farms fixing equipment. He had a van that he drove from farm to farm so he could work on equipment. So he did not want a wedding band because of that. However, I kept it in my mind that I wanted him to have one. So when he decided to retire from that line of work, I was babysitting a neighbor boy and I saved that money up and bought him a wedding band without him knowing. Then I gave it to him on our anniversary and he cried. He wore it and never took it off. It did not leave his finger until they removed it after he died. I put it on a chain and wore it around my neck for several months and it is now in a cloth bag inside my jewelry box along with my wedding ring. I was so happy and moved to hear your story on this video. I had tears in my eyes also. Thank you so much for sharing that with us all. O O O ❤❤❤

[@deblovesthis]

So sweet and made me cry ❤

[@heathersweitzer2899]

I lost my original wedding band many years ago, lost a bunch of weight and it just fell off, I think it met the vacuum cleaner. But I’ve been pondering for a few years now to get a new one made from my diamond and my grandma’s wedding ring. I think you just inspired me to get that done. And I Thank You also for be a blessing in my life and keeping me motivated through all the things going on in the world!

[@BethEmily763]

Do it Darlin'

[@vickiwestlund7777]

We will celebrate 38 years this Valentine’s Day. We never take our rings off! It IS honoring to our marriage!

[@marjoriekelley4392]

Congratulations!

[@TinaStMarie]

You are Loved…Yes, YOU! ❤

[@CrisHuron]

Thank u Patara, I lost my wonder husband almost 17 yrs ago n miss him everyday. He would come home w roses n a wonderful card for no reason except he loved me n our life. 😊🤗❤️❤️🙏🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@deborahthompson1634]

I worked outside of my home when I was raising my children. My dream was 2 washers, 2 dryers, 1 clotheslines.

[@janetsavage5496]

Thank you. I saved $100 when I was in middle school to buy my mother a mother's ring. I was so happy to be able to do that, honor her. I knew nothing about gem stones so bought what I thought was lovely. Several years later she showed me a new mother's ring. She got it because the stones were worth more and quality better. She bought it herself. I was very hurt. She did not value my gift, the honor I gave, the money I saved to give her honor. She valued what she wanted, expensive gemstones.

[@PeggyGorby]

So sorry this happened to you. I had a very similar situation, but I was made to return the jewelry.....

[@joannefortman1979]

😢

[@bonniebethel1234]

James really is a keeper. 😊. Loved your story. It's true that we never know what an impact we will make on someone. My oldest grandson (22 yrs) called me one day and told me thank you. I asked, "About what?" He said because you and Grandpa took me to so many places when I was younger. I never realized that other kids didn't have that with their grandparents. I just wanted you to know those were some of the best times. My heart just burst when he said that.

[@Prepping_mimi]

How many Christmas days do we remember the gifts? Not many. But we remember the times we had them. Who was with us. What we did. What we ate. Those are the “important” things in life.

[@CaroleHeffner-z2b]

My husband and I have been married 52 years. Tonight we sat at the kitchen table and talked about taking our son to the Knoxville Zoo when he was three and how my husband carried him all through the zoo on his shoulders. Beautiful memories. We know what you mean, sweetheart. Your story brought tears to my eyes. God bless you and James, Patera.

[@trishkcmo3683]

My three boys and their families showed up New Years to play games. It means so much that 17 people showed up to ring in the New Year together. Touches my heart every time.

[@mollyswanner1607]

3 boys here too!!! They are special

[@Georgiamoore2009]

Oh Patera...and James, thank you for sharing your story. I lost my beautiful wedding ring! Before the wedding! (We think my daughter was playing with it ) The guilt I had was terrible and we never replaced it. I released my guilt the second I delivered his toe headed son at home without drugs! Sorry bout the ring baby....but that hurt! Beautiful son is 25 now, and I gave him 2 more children. He's a beautiful man like your James. Hold on to one another. Stacy in Texas

[@Minnehaha64]

I think it might be that James felt honored that you still wanted what he chose for you. It was like choosing him all over again! My husband said "thank you" once while I was washing my dirty face. I said "what?" He said, "For taking care of yourself." Aw! I'm thinking, "Thanks for noticing!" My love language tends to be gifts. I think about him all the time, and that comes out in me bringing home little packages of candy, cookies, or snacks for him. And he loves that, but see, it isn't just sugar! We just celebrated 29 years in November. He has asked me if I'd like to upgrade my wedding set. I've said "No way." I love what he chose for me. And my engagement ring came with a very special story and Scripture! My eyes tear up when I think of it!

[@caronquaid807]

You are so loved and prayed for daily Patara and family 🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻

[@gloriagoeke4985]

Good talk. I have been a grandmother as long as you have been married. Due to arthritis my wedding set won’t fit and enlarging doesn’t work because some days my finger is small, others larger. W3 agreed to give my engagement ring to our granddaughter. Last month he bought me a gold necklace and said, “ If I can’t get a ring on your finger, I’ll put one on your neck.” 52 years strong and love him literally more than life itself. P.S. I wear a stretchy ring now.

[@thelmaavila3685]

I'll bring the coffee Patara!!

[@karlaedgar8400]

That looks delicious!! Karla from Nampa, Idaho.

[@tamerahunter6142]

Im a widow of the sweetest human ❤I continue to wear my ring in honor to him, our love !! Im soooo HUNGRY now 😆 Patera I love your easy peazy recipes ....I just cooked my first cornbread in my mom's cast iron skillet 😋 yummmmm

[@buckeyedav1]

Same here Tamera my husband's been gone a year and a half and I still wear my wedding rings, probably always will as a reminder of the happiest day of my life and my husband's ( his words) he was not shy about telling anyone and everyone how much he loved me. Blessings. Anna In Ohio

[@dmartin4295]

Thank you for the reminder to do the little things that might make a big difference to someone. 💗 And being married for almost 54 years now, I can tell you that a simple "thank you" or "I'm sorry" goes a long way. 😊

[@marywarren7404]

My husband and I just celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary. I would not want to go through this life without him in it. Like you my wedding rings need to be stretched a bit, but my goal is to loose enough weight to have them fit again like the day he placed them on my finger. Always thank your spouse for the little things they do, you never know what that could mean to them. Stay safe, happy and healthy. Love your channel.

[@maryannaarnold3817]

Patara, thank you for sharing your story when James said, Thank You and your wedding band set! Prayers and blessings to you two and your family!

[@suel1634]

I love your story. About 10 years ago, I fell on a loose boulder while hiking in AZ, and smashed my wedding ring knuckle bad enough I had to remove my ring before the swelling got worse. After it healed, I never could get the ring back on. And the jeweler said it was too thin to stretch, that it would break. So for years, I went without a ring. Then in 2021, my husband proposed a 2nd time, asking if I would be his shield maiden, and provided me with a new set. Like you, I leave it off when I'm working with the animals or in the garden, but I always wear it when I leave home. Sometimes it's hard to believe we've been married over 20 years.

[@JaneDoe-rc3rz]

Apple fritters?❤ Yummy! Awesome breakfast too!❤🙏 Blessings

[@debrakranzusch6561]

My oven went out, I bought an air fryer, the one with shelves, absolutely love it. Got the oven fixed. Prepared for emergency.. 😊❤❤ We've been married for 33 years.

[@debrakranzusch6561]

We all have a lot in common..more than we realize..😂❤

[@teresashoot999]

My dad turns 94 on the 24 of this month. Recently given a diagnosis of dementia, along with other problems he’s had for last couple of years. Mom’s been gone now over 20 years now….. made it a point to go up at Christmas this year, and trying to make the 3 hour drive( one way) at least once a month to see him and spend time with him. So afraid he won’t be here this time next year…. Have seen this strong man go downhill so much these last few months.

[@thomasboutin6045]

Prayers for you and your DAD'S journey

[@jenniferb2164]

Prayers for you and your dad❤

[@beverlydavidson1359]

Love that roosters crowing! Great way to start your video... what a wake-up call. Lol🐓

[@caronquaid807]

I totally agree with you! I couldn’t imagine any other wedding set than the one I got back in 1986. The love we put into the choice of our forever commitment just couldn’t be replaced ♥️♥️♥️♥️ we are blessed

[@gailjohnson2106]

We were married in 90. I have the same band. It does need an. overhaul . I thought about getting another one, but I can't seem to get myself to replace it. We chose those sets, and we'll stick with them

[@texasdimashdear]

We are coming up on 38 years and my husband has been a huge support to me, especially in the last few years. I tell him thank you and I love you multiple times a day. It is so important to communicate with your spouse so they know how you feel.

[@janetsavage5496]

Saw picture of full grown Caucasian shepherd. 220 pounds of cuddle. Sweetheart. Very protective. Very.

[@johngarcia6876]

Like the Pic of the two of you! "Thank you" Maybe the most powerful words in our language, if said sincerely.

[@Partyofsix-f4i]

My husband of almost 28 years are in a rut at this moment and my heart breaks a little every hour.

[@jenniferb2164]

Praying for you both❤

[@seanwoodrum3658]

My oven didn't work for years you can make cornbread and biscuits in a toaster oven

[@sandysmith8567]

Just me here, so bought a large toaster oven/air fryer. Can fit a 9x13 pan without handles. Use it all the time.

[@seanwoodrum3658]

@sandysmith8567 I put my small iron skillet in a toaster oven with cornbread and where it didn't close all the way I used Reynolds wrap to keep the heat in. But I understand her frustration. I went without an oven for probably over 18 years. But I was single and I made it work. Now my new gas stove has a regulator on it that I don't like I can't turn the flame down as far as I need to 🙄

[@jackiewilson2917]

I saw a video this morning where this man was talking to wives and saying to hold your husband. Hold him and make him feel safe, reassured, loved and appreciated. You don’t have to say anything, just hold him 🥹

[@lisapainter525]

The puff puff of those puppies is adorable ❤❤. Hugs to you all❤

[@heatherrohde6541]

Don't expect anything back. That statement is so impactful and true ❤

[@stacywagner3994]

Reminds me - my live in a bucket state of Alaska. I enjoy mailing out postcard style Alaska blueberry tea for two to people I’m thinking of. Short little note … they get the biggest kick out of getting it. I’m thinking it’s a small nature but it’s huge to them. Never forget to say hello to people in your lives 😘

[@CherylBerton]

That was wonderful.. My real ring that we got married with got stolen..And it broke my heart. Then my mom gave me her Dimon after my daddy passed. Then I had to get that one cut off because I have RA.. So now I have to get it fixed!! Everyone take your Blessings no matter how small or when they come.. God Bless ❤

[@donnamullins2089]

Love is precious. Nourish it.

[@bluebirdgramma6317]

AMEN. Amen a zillion times!!! ❤

[@alishajones3439]

My very first relationship was at 16. He was very abusive and when I tried to break up with him, he tried to kill himself overdosed on pills. I remember breaking down and crying in the hallway at my mom and dad‘s house. No one was home. I prayed out loud, dear Lord please send me the person I’m supposed to be with for the rest of my life. I never wanna go through this Again. Six months later, I met the love of my life. We have been together since 1998 and have three beautiful boys.. We are more in love today than we we were then. God answered my prayers, and we are so blessed. 💜 🙏

[@makin086]

I just want to say that ever since you got that new puppy. You have this love glow about you. The kind of glow people get when they first fall in love with someone. you look fantastic.❤God-bless ❤

[@BethEmily763]

Puppies tend to do that❤ Great observation

[@annejennings8568]

I proposed to my handsome saying when he was ready then he could propose back. I wanted to let him know I was in the relationship for keeps and would not jerk him around. We both dont wear our rings now because we are constantly working with critters and on the franch . 28 years strong.

[@bluebirdgramma6317]

Hope you still tell each other every day, as we aren't guaranteed tomorrow...... Sending Hugs to y'all.

[@lynnschantz9185]

Same with hubby and I, we didn’t wear our rings while working with the animals or doing daily work on the farm. When we sold the livestock in 1995 we still continued to farm crops and never put our rings back on. We both knew we didn’t need to wear our rings because of the love we felt for each other. Hubby passed August 28th and I miss him dearly.

[@Minnehaha64]

💞

[@skokian1able]

Awww, James is a big sweetheart! ❤

[@kimberlyfleck-xk3in]

It is the little things that matter. Those are the big things.❤

[@malliehill4291]

God Bless you Patara and James and your family ❤❤❤Praying for you Patara and James and your family ❤❤❤Thanks for sharing your wisdom with us all ❤❤❤

[@mistystivers5976]

A beautiful word to share. Thank you so much!❤

[@barbarawilliams67685]

As someone who lost her husband to leukemia 10 years ago I agree how important this is.

[@gloriahussar8681]

Good morning Patera, hope you have a wonderful day!

[@moviegirlbeth]

I have been divorced for 9 years but I never sold my wedding rings. Even though they were a gift, I recently gave them back to ex. He was shocked and said he thought I had sold them. I asked him to put them in the safe deposit box for our daughter. She will know how much they meant to me for 15 years. God bless you two and the beautiful life you have together. I so badly wish I could have that again before I die. 💗

[@JustJennifer8448]

🙏🏻

[@tracyhagan9724]

❤ I am so lucky to have a 'James' myself by a different name. He too is strong but filled with love & compassion. Thanks for sharing your personal story. It is a timely reminder to make sure your love is a verb.

[@staceymartinez3388]

So sweet...what a great memory. Thank you for sharing. Now I'm gonna go gather my eggs 😊

[@daralynnhale1565]

Thank you for sharing your love story with us! Jerry and I are near our 30th.....those men become more special each and every year. We love our teddy bears!!

[@janicenodine9083]

I need prayers &my faith is being tested. I hate when Satan comes calling. I’ve rebuked him for many days but he’s staying. I decide today during this video, to ask you all to pray.

[@JS-px3et]

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[@jenniferb2164]

I am praying for you and with you ❤

[@joansolomon1194]

"Little Things Mean A Lot". They sure do!

[@Coyotes-galore]

True love, companionship, and respect between husband and wife is the most precious thing ever. I'm so glad you and James have that. Much love to you and yours. ❤ 🇺🇸

[@LisaYork-rr5yt]

Oh my goodness so sweet I sit here and cried like a baby....my husband of 29 years is gone now been passed 2 years I still wear and love my rings...thanks for sharing ❤ It's like the first diamond he got me we didn't have a lot of money the diamond was little...later in years he got me a bigger one...but my favorite one is the small one it's was what he picked and what he couldn't afford yes it's the small things in life that are priceless...it was his choice to get me a bigger one he surprised me