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What Matters Most

Published by Kristine Robertson, 2021-04-30 05:09:31

Description: A classic tale of boy meets girl, girl falls for boy… and convinces him to take her dancing. What started as a high-school romance blossomed into the adventure of a lifetime, one which continues to grow and inspire everyone it touches.

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So, they had their first date. Their first dance. Their first kiss.

But it wasn't their last.

They were married on August 8, 1981.

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And this was only the beginning.

Things were about to change. Their love was growing...



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Christmas was a time for new traditions.





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They look forward to new activities.

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And new adventures together.