Today, my husband and I celebrated 61 years of marriage!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

We went out to dinner at Eddie V's in El Segundo and had a wonderful time . . .

[Solly Mack]

1. Happy Anniversary to you both!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

2. Thanks so much, my dear Solly! We had a great time.

[Ziggysmom]

66. God has blessed you both. You are a treasure here on DU, your husband is

a lucky man.

[Inkey]

3. It it seeing you two having fun together

This is making my day too !!!

Congratulations to you both !!!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

4. Thank you so much for your wonderful words, my dear Inkey!

I'm glad that my photos showing us having fun make your day!

We had such a good time. The food was ample and delicious. We brought some of it home because it was too much!

We did have a lovely anniversary.

[MIButterfly]

5. Congratulations on 61 years, CaliforniaPeggy!

That's a wonderful love story and quite an accomplishment. Happy, happy anniversary and I wish you many more happy years together. ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[CaliforniaPeggy]

6. Thanks so much for your amazing thoughts, my dear MIButterfly!

We two hope for many more years, but since we're both in our 80's, that might be a dream!

[SuzyandPuffpuff]

7. Lovely

Job well done! 💕 congratulations 🎉👏

[CaliforniaPeggy]

14. Thanks so much, my dear SuzyandPuffpuff! After so many years, it's truly easy! ...n/t

[spooky3]

8. Congratulations, and best wishes for many more years! Nt

[CaliforniaPeggy]

15. Thanks very much, my dear spooky3! We hope for many more years too! ...n/t

[Phoenix61]

9. How wonderful! Wishing you both a very, very happy anniversary! 😀

[CaliforniaPeggy]

16. Thanks so much my dear Phoenix61! We had a great day and a fab dinner! ...n/t

[marble falls]

10. He married you in highschool? Congradulations!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

17. It sure looks that way, doesn't it??? But no.

We were in our 20's and now we're in our 80's!! Thanks so much for your great remarks, my dear marble falls!

[Ocelot II]

11. Congratulations!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

18. Thanks for your wonderful wishes, my dear Ocelot II! ...n/t

[George McGovern]

12. Kindest respectul regards Peggy and Beau. Is this normal tabletop behavior?

[CaliforniaPeggy]

20. Thanks for your lovely remarks, my dear George!

My husband has a wicked funny streak, and when he has the right tools, he can be very funny! This is what you're seeing here.

[George McGovern]

50. I thought so. He's very convincing and wicked funny. No wonder you smile all the time.

[Deuxcents]

13. Happy Anniversary to both of you 🥂 A great way to celebrate is with a feast and thanks for sharing

I remember your photos from last year, your 60th anniversary, and so much has happened in the past year with you and it’s been an amazing journey we’ve been privileged to come along. Wishing both of you a healthy and happy year until we get to be with you on your 62nd anniversary 🌺

[CaliforniaPeggy]

21. Thank you so very much, my dear Deuxcents! Your comments are very right on.

This past year has been something else.

I really hope that my life will become waaaay more normal. Otherwise, the stress could shorten my life.

[summer_in_TX]

19. Congratulations to you both, dear CaliforniaPeggy!

What a joy and blessing to be able to spend so much time with the person you love most.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

22. Thanks very much, my dear summer_in_TX!

This is how we see it too. It's amazing.

[SheltieLover]

23. Happy Anniversary to both of you!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

26. Many thanks, my dear SheltieLover! It was a grand day.

[Tikki]

24. Congratulations..you two.

and many more...

The Tikkis

[CaliforniaPeggy]

27. Thanks so much, my dear Tikki, to you both!

We also hope for many more years . . .

[Beartracks]

25. Congratulations to the 2 of you!

I hope in the last photo your hubby was just offering to go carve your initials in a tree somewhere!

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[CaliforniaPeggy]

29. Thanks so much, my dear Beartracks! Ah, you made me laugh!

He was just clowning for the camera! He does have a pronounced funny side and you never know when it'll appear!

[Beartracks]

31. I firmly believe a shared sense of humor is one of the secrets!

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[rubbersole]

40. As important as any shared trait.

[Mz Pip]

28. Congratulations!

🎉🥂

[CaliforniaPeggy]

30. Thank you so much, my dear Mz Pip! We had a great time tonight. ...n/t

[applegrove]

32. So nice.

[Permanut]

33. Great pics..

61 years? You know, if you work it right, this could turn out to be a long term deal for you.

[people]

34. Happy wonderful anniversary!

[slightlv]

35. Happy anniversary... and may you be blessed with many more! nt

[OAITW r.2.0]

36. God bless you both.

That's a looooong time together.

[mamajudi]

37. Happy Anniversary!!

That’s wonderful…what a sweet couple you are. Lovely dinner too!! Congrats and best wishes to you both!

[mwmisses4289]

38. congrats! 🎉🎊🍾🥂🍰

[rubbersole]

39. Happy Anniversary!

Hope you have many more!

[fierywoman]

41. Congratulations! You both look great! I wish you many, many more!

[niyad]

42. Happiest of anniversaries, my dear Ms Peggy, and thank you for

inviting us along to share in your celebration.

[HeartsCanHope]

43. Happy Anniversary to you both, CaliforniaPeggy!

May you have many more years together!

[Grumpy Old Guy]

44. Mazel tov!

[oldsoldierfadingfast]

45. Seeing thru pictures ...

so much love and happiness is a joy in its self to behold. Congratulations and thank you both for sharing with us.

[LoisB]

46. That is awesome! Congratulations to both of you. Everything looks beautiful.

[JHB]

47. My dear CaliforniaPeggy...

CONGRATU-frigging-LATIONS!

You two haven't been married for longer than I've been alive, but it's damned close. And I can't help smiling for you.

It's always great to encounter people who -- at least on some points -- are examples of "the way things ought to be."

[blm]

54. So true.

[HAB911]

48. Happy Anniversary you two!

Can't ask for more than that! Here's wishing you all the best!

[Callalily]

49. The table, the roses, oh, how romantic!

Sending a BIG Congratulations on your Anniversary! The two of you are quite the pair.

[MiHale]

51. Congratulations!...dinner looked delicious

[FalloutShelter]

52. Congrats you crazy kids'

[bucolic_frolic]

53. Congratulations, there is still good in the world!

Your milestone inspires us all.

[LetMyPeopleVote]

55. Congratulations

[Tanuki]

56. You are an inspiration on so many levels, dear Peggy!

Thanks for sharing the joy of this special evening! Cheering you on for a wonderful year ahead and many more happy anniversaries!
🎈 💕 🥂 🌻 🥰 💐 🦋

[surfered]

57. Congratulations!!

[CurtEastPoint]

58. The best to you two! These pix made my morning smile! xo

[3catwoman3]

59. Thank you for sharing some moments from your celebration.

Your husband has beautiful hands.

Should you be comfortable answering, how did you meet, and how soon did you know he was “the one”?

[CaliforniaPeggy]

69. Thanks for your question, my dear 3catwoman3! Here you go:

I was dating a young man whom I loved, and he loved me. But he felt that I had not dated enough other men to really know that he was the one. He wanted me to date more men, and he was going to date other women. I was not happy, but I complied.

He introduced me to my now husband, and guess what?

I found that this gentleman was just what I was looking for. My soon to be ex-boyfriend stayed away, and I fell in love with the new man. I found that I respected him as he did me. We spent some time getting to know one another and then I decided that he was the man I wanted to marry. We'd met in the spring, and by the fall, we were firmly attached. In the new year, we announced our engagement and we were married the following June.

My ex did return, but it was too late. I felt bad for him, and I hoped he would find someone that was perfect for him.

So there you have it!

[Srkdqltr]

60. Happy Anniversary!!!! How wonderful. You both look so 😊 😃 😀 😄 😁

[redwitch]

61. Congratulations!

And dinner looks delicious!

[Scrivener7]

62. Happy anniversary!!!!

[lark]

63. Congrats on 61 years together with your love!

Also congrats on picking a great place for your celebration - the food and ambiance seem amazing1

[Biophilic]

64. Looks like a great way to celebrate. Congratulations.

[True Dough]

65. That last photo made me chuckle.

When my wife and I were dating, the first time we went to a restaurant, she was aghast at the way I held utensils. She called it "a caveman grip." Sort of like your husband has on that knife.

Anyway, she got over it!

Congrats on 61 years, Peggy!

[Bumbles]

67. My, you both look wonderful!

Congratulations on a long, happy and well-celebrated marriage.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

68. To everyone who has responded today, June 13th and beyond: Please forgive me for not responding personally.

Today has become very busy and so I am unable to continue answering each post as I would normally do.

Therefore, I will give a rec to each, to let you know that I did read and appreciate all the beautiful words that you wrote!

I am honored by your remarks and affection. You buoy me so very well.

[Diamond_Dog]

70. Happy Anniversary, Peggy and Hubby!

So sorry for my late reply!

Your meal looks delicious! Is that some kind of chicken cutlet or breaded fish?

You both look wonderful. 👏🏻. And I hope Hubby was careful with that knife!

[Grumpy Old Guy]

71. Mazel tov!