tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post3265413373923271148..comments2023-08-16T07:25:02.989-05:00Comments on Romance Gems: From This Day Forward by @karilemor #RomanceGemsJoan Reeveshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17622809465767116747noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-29397721546978205712019-11-27T11:25:33.926-06:002019-11-27T11:25:33.926-06:00Yes marriage takes work and commitment. We lost ou...Yes marriage takes work and commitment. We lost our daughter two years ago and we prayed together the night she died - that our marriage and family would come out of this hell stronger. It is a daily decision to press in.Suzannah Clarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09091880701675390664noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-70057469392103776112019-11-20T19:35:53.000-06:002019-11-20T19:35:53.000-06:00Thanks! We all need help at times or support for ...Thanks! We all need help at times or support for what we want. kari lemorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06836561395137916595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-61204143698496977482019-11-19T18:17:37.246-06:002019-11-19T18:17:37.246-06:00Wise words, Kari, and a great reminder for everyon...Wise words, Kari, and a great reminder for everyone.Joan Reeveshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17622809465767116747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-81349447601679150432019-11-18T17:27:06.815-06:002019-11-18T17:27:06.815-06:00Thanks! You've both have the respect for each...Thanks! You've both have the respect for each other that is a key ingredient so I'm sure you'll make it!kari lemorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06836561395137916595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-72846466024182469082019-11-18T16:28:19.737-06:002019-11-18T16:28:19.737-06:00Kari, I agree that it takes both people to be comm...Kari, I agree that it takes both people to be committed for a marriage to work (or any relationship, really)<br /><br />I like your point about allowing each person to pursue what their passions and interests are. I think it speaks to a greater point which is to respect each other as individuals and support them in their endeavors. So far, this philosophy has worked for Terry and I. I look forward to the day we can say we're celebrating 32 years and more!Satin Russellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07003103861143766070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-2476529371856045502019-11-18T10:01:25.964-06:002019-11-18T10:01:25.964-06:00Thanks! Being here in nicer weather where he doesn...Thanks! Being here in nicer weather where he doesn't have to cut 2 acres of grass or shovel a few feet of snow has certainly made him happier. Which makes my life a whole lot better too!kari lemorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06836561395137916595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-52184304087586341182019-11-18T09:41:09.911-06:002019-11-18T09:41:09.911-06:00Yes, the ups and downs of marriage are sometimes s...Yes, the ups and downs of marriage are sometimes surprising. I agree what I'd pick for my best time even in the day when we're together is probably different from my husband's. And what we want has changed over the years and not always in sync. But when times get rough, we know we'll be there is something invaluable. Hoping your characters realize that too. Wishing you a Happy day in Florida, Kari.Nora LeDuchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15111518752602850802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-61590408482218008892019-11-18T08:45:03.439-06:002019-11-18T08:45:03.439-06:00Yes, like I said, it takes TWO people who both wan...Yes, like I said, it takes TWO people who both want to work on a marriage. One person can't carry the whole burden alone. And they shouldn't have to. kari lemorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06836561395137916595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-78910773115477140772019-11-18T08:43:45.045-06:002019-11-18T08:43:45.045-06:00Then you are in the very lucky few! Enjoy it! Lif...Then you are in the very lucky few! Enjoy it! Life needs to be fun and it sounds like you have plenty of that!kari lemorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06836561395137916595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-22208570585672571492019-11-18T08:42:37.400-06:002019-11-18T08:42:37.400-06:00Very true! That's why I said it takes TWO peo...Very true! That's why I said it takes TWO people who want those things. And one person can only do so much. kari lemorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06836561395137916595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-54504260416902066592019-11-18T08:40:58.456-06:002019-11-18T08:40:58.456-06:00Yes, we each see our lives and what were the good ...Yes, we each see our lives and what were the good times differently. Congrats on 48 years!! Wow! When I see people post about anniversaries, I have a tendency to say "Nicely done!" instead of congrats! Because the work isn't easy!kari lemorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06836561395137916595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-64805076015386480532019-11-18T08:39:11.205-06:002019-11-18T08:39:11.205-06:00Yes, I always pray for my kids to find a lifelong ...Yes, I always pray for my kids to find a lifelong partner. And to have the strength and focus to work hard at a marriage. kari lemorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06836561395137916595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-23138656209449046092019-11-18T08:38:17.200-06:002019-11-18T08:38:17.200-06:00Love that!! "Forget the crappy stuff, ...&quo...Love that!! "Forget the crappy stuff, ..." Great advice! And book 2 is in the works!!kari lemorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06836561395137916595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-26640634612055306942019-11-18T08:28:03.546-06:002019-11-18T08:28:03.546-06:00Two committed and emotionally healthy adults can m...Two committed and emotionally healthy adults can make a long term marriage last. But if one falls away it’s next-to-impossible for one to carry on. Marriage has phases, like life and they pass...the good and the not-so-good. All of that is grist for our mills... Love Live RomanceBonnie Edwardshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15191962387359643936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-8293991567174217982019-11-18T08:18:53.832-06:002019-11-18T08:18:53.832-06:00Karl and I are the opposite. We're working on ...Karl and I are the opposite. We're working on 51 years and hate being apart. We do about 99% things together, including buying groceries, cooking, cleaning, shopping... LOL I know people probably think we're crazy, but we rarely fight. We're having too much fun!<br />Occasionally we have disagreements, like everyone else, but we try never to go to bed mad. Karen Kelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01957744138630214201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-63755038356078469562019-11-18T07:48:52.895-06:002019-11-18T07:48:52.895-06:00Kudos to anyone who has what it takes for the long...Kudos to anyone who has what it takes for the long haul. Kudos as well to those of us who knew that no amount of patience or love or hard work was going to fix something broken. Life is too short to be unhappy. Cut your losses. Read romance. HEA is possible at any age. kathleen Lawlesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17791153368022534856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-31707610932297720452019-11-18T07:24:33.309-06:002019-11-18T07:24:33.309-06:00I love that you and your husband likely have diffe...I love that you and your husband likely have different 14 yearses. It's a concept I hadn't considered. I know a couple of our 48 have been humdingers for me--now I wonder if they were for him. It is hard, but so worthwhile if you can make it work.Liz Flahertyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06794565644883272260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-38733569070685918132019-11-18T07:22:36.650-06:002019-11-18T07:22:36.650-06:00Yes, marriage is work. And it can be well worth it...Yes, marriage is work. And it can be well worth it. My kids are approaching that time when they are going to be finding their "forever and always" person. It's scary. I hope they find someone they're willing to work for! Kara O'Nealhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04450345368460001990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618899325720287751.post-53892754220100460342019-11-18T04:16:31.957-06:002019-11-18T04:16:31.957-06:00I couldn't agree more, Darling girl!! Marriage...I couldn't agree more, Darling girl!! Marriage IS HARD work, for sure. One of the mottos I've live by when people ask me what the secret toa good marriage, is this: "The secret to a long marriage is a short term memory." Forget the crappy stuff and concentrate on the happy, best stuff. Once you do, more stuff becomes happy and the crappy stuff is put to the side. Loved ELUSIVE DREAMS and can't wait for book2!!!peggy jaegerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09767089116387597036noreply@blogger.com