Photo of man feeding wife with Alzheimer’s is true love
This couple have proved that love can truly conquer all the battles that life has to offer.
Love What Matters, a Facebook account that shares heartfelt stories remind people of what is truly important in life, has shared this story sent in by an anonymous contributor.
The contributor went to Wendy’s and was eating a meal when they noticed an elderly couple eating at a table close by.
“In between bites, I saw this gentleman feeding his wife. My whole life I've yearned for a love that strong,” the post reads.
Intrigued and touched by the love the man was displaying, as the husband got up to throw away his food, the writer asked him how long they had been together.
“He looked at me and asked me to guess his age but not to guess too low. After a few guesses he told me he was 96 and his wife is 93 who is suffering from Alzheimer's. This is their date night. He also told me that if they make it till June, they will be celebrating 75 years of marriage!” said the writer.
The post on Love What Matters has caused many users to be moved by the love the couple have as the foundation in their relationship.
The post has been shared nearly 27,000 times and it has received 139,000 likes.
Users have shared similar memories of parents or loved ones primarily reiterating the power of life-long love.
“Getting all the way to the end of the line with the person you started out with is one of the most glorious things on the face of this earth.
Could a couple be more blessed than to have that happen?” the writer said.
The post did not mention if the wife still recognises her husband but as they approach their 75th wedding anniversary this June we know they will be focusing on the love they have shared throughout the decades spent together.
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