In my 60th anniversary, I decided to celebrate only with my husband without inviting guests. I no longer had the strength to receive guests, so I decided to celebrate this day as it is in harmony with my soul – without worrying about what others could think. I spent this special day with my lover. Wearing our favorite outfits, we went to a restaurant on the lake. We enjoyed exquisite dishes and Georgian wine in candles, surrounded by a bouquet of roses from my husband.

Stretching the wine, I looked into his eyes, which after so many years were still burning with love. He kissed me passionately, testifying to invariable love. We mentioned our first meeting as I captivated it with my blue dress and dark hair. Our connection was instant – a real meeting of related souls. Our marriage has been going on for over 35 years: it has had trials, healing, and anxiety, and pain.

But we went through everything, strengthening our relationship and growing two wonderful children, Andrew and Solomiya, who now visit us with their own children. That evening we were only two, immersed in our world, indifferent to the outside. Our hearts were completely synchronized, our feelings have not changed over time. We have learned to find and share moments of happiness, proving that years of love and harmony did not interfere.