Last week, I saw a photo of my 70-year-old mother-in-law, Linda, in a wedding dress, smiling brightly. Living in a nursing home with health issues, I thought her final years would be quiet, not filled with wedding plans. Initially, I found it ridiculous—shouldn’t she focus on her health or grandchildren? I felt embarrassed, imagining others’ reactions. But Linda, widowed for a decade,
found love with a man in the home. They bonded over walks and cards, deciding to marry despite their age. Her words, “We deserve this,” made me rethink my judgment. Linda’s simple wedding taught me that age doesn’t limit love or joy. It’s never too late for new beginnings, and we should embrace life fully, no matter how old we are.
