Ruth and Morag in 2014
We have both changed a lot since we
were 16, but like in a good marriage,
we have shared the important things
and respected each other’s views.
Our families have grown up together
and even shared baby clothes.
resumed our careers soon afterwards –
Ruth as a teacher and Morag as a lawyer.
Of course, life hasn’t been all smooth sailing during these 50 years.
We have both gone through the hardship
of divorce, for example. But, we have
been able to support each other, often
Many of the things that have happened
knowing without being told that support
to one have been mirrored, unknowingly
was needed. Most importantly, we have
or unconsciously, in the life of the other.
always been able to laugh together, at the
We married in the same year, had children
same things, and to enjoy the good times
born three months apart, and both of us
unreservedly.