97-year-old woman weds
Too late to find love? We think not.
Worried that you'll never meet someone special? This story should offer some hope. Proving that it's never too late to find love, a 97-year-old bride and 89-year-old groom tied the knot over the weekend.
Ada Laurie Bryant and Robert Mitchell Haire married in Hockessin, Delaware, on Saturday. It also happened to be the anniversary of the day the couple made their relationship official. The two met at Country House, a retirement community in Wilmington. They started off as friends, but after spending some time together, Robert began to see something special in Ada:
More on MSN Living: 9 sex & dating myths
"There was some kind of feeling," he told the New York Times.
Ada moved into the community in 2001, and shortly after, her husband passed away. Robert and his wife moved into Country House in 2007. In January 2010, his wife was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease. Sadly, she passed away 15 months later. Robert then asked Ada, who happened to be friends with his wife, to paint a portrait of his late love. He was "blown away" by her talent. The two went to a local shop to pick out a frame then had lunch at a tearoom.
From there, the dates became regular. On Jan. 25, 2012, Robert finally mustered up the courage to slip a poem under Ada's door.
More on MSN Living: 28 ways to have a sexy February
"This represents how I feel in our relationship as a couple," Robert wrote.
"I was desperately trying to strike a balance between too timid or bold. I didn’t want to mess things up,” he said. “I can attest that [courtship] doesn’t get easier, even in advanced age.”
Robert woke the next morning to discover that his crush had slipped a response under his door. She was happy to "heartily enter into that relationship."
Bing: Secrets of happy couples.
One of Ada's daughters recalls speaking to her mom on the phone around that time. She told the Times:
“Her voice was kind of glowing. She loved having someone to talk to again. Since my father died, she just didn’t have someone to talk to in the deepest sense.”
That Valentine's Day, Robert gave Ada a ring. He told her he wanted to have it mounted as an engagement ring. Ada refused, but said she would accept it as a friendship ring. While Robert never put any pressure on his girlfriend, he did let her know he was committed to her:
“She could rely on me no matter whether we married or not.”
But on August 6, 2012, Ada finally accepted Robert's proposal.
“I didn’t think it was the thing to do because I don’t have that many years ahead of me," Ada said. "But he said, ‘That’s all the more reason.’ I like him very much. I love him."
The Times reported that the bride is keeping her name.
More from The Heart Beat:
5 awesome left at the altar outcomes
Man pops the question atop active volcano
Study: Confidence before marriage leads to a happy union
Love content like this? Friend us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and find us on Pinterest
Photo: David Sucsy/Getty Images
Even though it sounds cute for a 97 year old to get married, what is the point? A lot of men don't get hard ons when they are in their mid 50's, so what would make a honeymoon night so special? What I think is that the couple might have just wanted to have more of an income from the social security administration. Even if it's allowed, I don't feel that it is the right reason to marry.
If a day ever comes when marriage isn't allowed after a certain age, it might be a good idea. If people are laughing about it, it isn't just something cute; it's looked upon as a joke.
fashion: trends & must-haves for your wardrobe
-
The 8 hottest pedicure shades for summer 2013
That’s right. We said it. These nail polish colors aren’t just sexy—they’re the hottest things you can put on your feet this summer. Now the hard part: choosing one.
-
Ready, set, summer: 11 updates for your beauty routine
Days are getting longer, skirts are getting shorter, and our feet haven’t seen the light of day since the autumnal equinox. A seasonal beauty overhaul is in order.
-
Allure editors’ summer hair-product regimens
There’s no hair hotline for all your summer freakouts—but for every strand, type, and texture, there is an Allure editor who’s tested tons of products (in millions of combinations) to fix any problem. Here, our roundup of tried-and-true hot-weather hair regimens.
-
10 easy summer-hair ideas
When heat and humidity strike, the last thing you want to do is spend an eternity styling your hair, only for it to end in the F word: frizz. But that doesn’t mean you need to settle for a ho-hum hair day. These ten hairstyles are quick, simple, and not the least bit boring.
-
Beyoncé wants you to wear a fancy dress to her shows
She's chosen designer gowns that you can rent from the new Beyoncé Boutique.
-
Hairstyle of the day
Long, layered, medium or wavy – we’re sharing our favorite hairstyles of 2013 with a new ‘do each day. Stuck in a hair rut? Check back daily for snappy new looks that are sure to give your locks some beauty inspiration.
-
The month in hairstyles
Big event? Focus on the outfit, because we’ve got your hair all figured out, whether you’ve got two minutes to do it or 20.
-
The best swimsuit for your body type—yes, yours!
When morning talk shows and local newspapers dole out their seasonal swimsuit shopping advice, I’m usually pretty disappointed by the lack of body types represented. What about the women who don’t resemble fruit? (Or aren’t boy-shaped—the third “one of these things is not like the other” category I’ve never quite understood. Couldn’t they say “banana?” Or is that somehow more offensive than “apple” and “pear” shapes?)
-
35 hair and makeup ideas to try in the warm weather
Ready to refresh your hair and makeup for spring? Well, look no further for your latest batch of inspiration. These ladies are bringing the beauty brilliance with megawatt lipstick shades, sleek haircuts, and must-try hair colors. Get ready to play copycat.
-
Shoe envy
Step into spring with style in June Ambrose's new shoe line for HSN.
-
Office remix
Revamp your corporate look with graphic prints and bold color.
-
5 makeup brushes every woman should own
If you have only five makeup tools in your kit, make sure these are them. They do much more than just look cute on your vanity!
