[Gibb]

My brother in law played in a band. He had a get together at his house. I went and my now husband was also invited. We never met before. Now here we are 44 years later.. My best friend I met at work about 35 years ago and instantly connected. She has been a God send.

 

[Hazeleyes]

Thank you so much for sharing this lovely memory @Hazeleyes —it brought such a smile to my face! There’s something so special about friendships that begin in childhood and stand the test of time. Those Friday lunches at Baskin-Robbins sound like a perfect tradition—do you remember what your go-to ice cream flavor was back then? And are you and your best friend still in touch today? Lifelong friendships like yours are truly a treasure. Thanks again for letting us be part of your story!

I was trying as many flavors as possible. They gave us a sample spoon to see if we liked it before buying the cone. My favorite was any kind of chocolate. Back then I believe it was chocolate marshmallow. Yes we are still friends and in touch.

 

[TriciaR]

My brother in law played in a band. He had a get together at his house. I went and my now husband was also invited. We never met before. Now here we are 44 years later.. My best friend I met at work about 35 years ago and instantly connected. She has been a God send.

What a beautiful story—sounds like that get-together was meant to be! 44 years later, and it all started with a band night at your brother-in-law’s place—love it. And how lucky to have found not just a life partner, but also a best friend who’s been such a blessing. Thanks so much for sharing both stories @Gibb —they really brought a smile to my face. Do you and your husband still enjoy live music together?

 

[TriciaR]

I was trying as many flavors as possible. They gave us a sample spoon to see if we liked it before buying the cone. My favorite was any kind of chocolate. Back then I believe it was chocolate marshmallow. Yes we are still friends and in touch.

I love that, @Hazeleyes —sampling all the flavors sounds like the perfect approach, especially when chocolate marshmallow was in the mix! There’s just something nostalgic and comforting about those classic flavors. And how wonderful that you and your best friend have stayed in touch all these years—that kind of enduring connection is truly rare and special.

 

[dkleslie52]

Thank you so much for sharing @dkleslie52 ! Karaoke bars are such a fun place to connect—no wonder it sparked something special. Do you remember what song either of you sang when things started to shift from friendship to something more? We'd love to hear more of your story!

He sang Comfortably Numb , my former band used to play it and. I told him so. That was in November. I didn't see him after that till the following following June. He sang the song again, and I told him the same thing about my band. He told me that I had told him that before. I hadn't realized he was the same person. We started hanging out, eventually moving in together. We were together until he passed 11 11 years later. The best time of my life!!