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Marriage Advice From The World's Longest Married Couple by esekruzzz(m): 4:13am On Jul 17, 2014
Zelmyra and Herbert Fisher were married for almost 87 years, so it's safe to say they know a thing or two about marriage. The Fisher's participated in a Q&A on Twitter and shared some advice on love and commitment.
Some of their answers are great tips and carry a lot of weight when you consider how long they had been together:
1) We grew up together and were best friends before we married. A friend is for life; our marriage has lasted a lifetime.
2) Remember marriage is not a contest, never keep a score. God has put the two of you together on the same team to win.
3) Agree that it's okay to disagree, and fight for what really matters. Learn to bend—not break!
4) There's no secret to our marriage, we just did what was needed for each other and our family.
5) Respect, support, and communicate with each other. Be faithful, honest, and true. Love each other with ALL of your heart.
Herbert passed away in 2011 at the age of 105 and Zelmyra followed in 2013 also at the age of 105, but the Fisher's leave behind a strong example of lasting love and marital commitment for all of us.

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Re: Marriage Advice From The World's Longest Married Couple by omotayo9177: 4:15am On Jul 17, 2014
87? I know f a couple whose marriage is older than that
Re: Marriage Advice From The World's Longest Married Couple by Nobody: 12:14am On Jul 18, 2014
Nice One. Something Nigerian couples should learn from. You notice them saying 'We did this' We decided this'. WE WE WE not My wife or I do this or that. WE. To show you that the success of a marriage lies with both Man and Wife. Everything is a Collective effort. Kpomkwem.

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Re: Marriage Advice From The World's Longest Married Couple by apolonius(m): 12:51am On Jul 18, 2014
Yes,they were a team. "We" was the key and remains the key to a happy and eternal marriage.

For their souls,may God grant eternal joys.Amen.

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