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Nightly Ritual That Keeps This Couple’s Love Alive After 68 Years

Elderly Couple Singing Together

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Don Barnett, 94, and his wife Marilyn, 93, have been married for 68 years—and they’ve kept their love alive with a simple yet heartwarming tradition. Every night, Don sings to Marilyn, a ritual that has become a beautiful symbol of their devotion.

The Power of a Nightly Serenade

Every night, just before bed, Don sits beside Marilyn and begins to sing. His song of choice? “Unforgettable”—a melody that perfectly captures the devotion they share. This tradition started 50 years ago, and Don quickly realized it had a special effect.

A Tradition That Never Falters

Their son, Doug, confirms that this tradition never skips a night.

“Whether they’re here, in a hotel room, or even in the hospital, it doesn’t matter. I’m not aware that they ever miss it,” he says.

Even when Marilyn fell and broke her hip, Don didn’t miss a single night of singing to his beloved.

Sources

CBS Evening News. (2024, December 2). Married for nearly 7 decades, these 2 lovebirds still say “I do” every night [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lx_vvsU5-s

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