Carol is 75.  She is bright, has a zest for life and loves wearing her jeans.. she says she will be wearing them forever!  I love this image of her, so confident and her smile lights up her face,  just the same  when she saw the images of her husband Lyn.  They have just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary and Carol has shared some of her thoughts about life and marriage..

 Shar, thank you for everything.  The photos by far exceeded our
expectations.
 
You asked me for a few words to say what it means to me to be still
wearing jeans at 75.   I’m not sure what you want me to say, but
here goes:-
 
There have certainly been a few negatives in reaching this milestone,
but more positives – like:-
 
Finally “growing into” my white hair, which has been this way since
age 35
 
Being able to have hips replaced and cataracts removed – absolutely
life changing!
 
but most of all
 
Being married to my wonderful husband (and best friend) for 50 years
– my supportive extended family and wide circle of friends
 
I have so much to be grateful for including  still
having “the legs” to wear jeans regardless of my age

Marriage: There are many ingredients to a long and happy marriage. According to my husband “Being deaf helps.” If I had to pick just one, I would say having a good sense of humour - the ability to laugh at each other (and yourself) without causing hurt, goes a long way. It’s hard to stay angry about anything if you are laughing.