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How beautifully you paid tribute to your parents! Like you, I was lucky to have parents that stayed together for many decades, till death parted them. They raised a big clan that remains close-knit, inspired by their love. Their memory endures, as will the memory of your parents.

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Inspiring😌

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So rare and yet so beautiful. Love this Brad. Thank you for sharing this.

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Thanks, Rick.

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Beautiful. I needed this spiritually, so very much. Thank you for sharing. And my goodness, that picture!

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Thanks, Ashley. I'm pleased to know you enjoyed the essay.

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Very well said!

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Brad, thank you for this encouraging post. Indeed your parent's faithfulness and endurance taking these vows so many years ago and living them out is amazing in our times a blessing to your families. Again, thanks! Roger

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Brad, that is a beautiful and moving tribute. How blessed you all are.

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Thank you, Jean. Much appreciated. (I'm not sure I knew you read my Substack, so your comment is an unexpected pleasure.)

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I'm not crying—you are!

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