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22nd Jan 2016

Couple Married For 82 Years Reveal The Three Secrets Behind Their Happiness

Just LOOK at them.

Cathy Donohue

Nicolas and Raphael Ordaz celebrated their 82nd wedding anniversary last weekend.

ABC News reports that the couple, who hail from California, believe their happy marriage is down to three things: “respecting each other, not sweating the small stuff and showing affection”.

In a joint celebration marking the day they took their vows and Nicolas turning 102, the couple had a party with their family and friends, including their great-grandchildren.

happy couple

According to the Guinness Book of Records, they’re four years off holding the record for the longest marriage ever and there’s no doubt that this is a happy union.

Now, there’s a story to brighten up your Friday morning.

Image and video via ABC News