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Jim Brown's avatar

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.

Humdeedee's avatar

Inspiring😌

Richard DeAngelis's avatar

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

Ashley Karen Roy's avatar

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

C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

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

Daniel Sutter's avatar

Very well said!

Roger Felix's avatar

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

Jean Yarbrough's avatar

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

C. Bradley Thompson's avatar

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

beth elliott's avatar

I'm not crying—you are!