Betsy cites a phrase the two learned many years ago that has guided them through their marriage : Love is a decision . The couple also believes having the ability to laugh with each other goes a long way . And having a short-term memory when it comes to arguments is important .
“ No marriage is perfect , and you have to work at it ,” Dick said . “ When you ’ ve been together this long , you do get into little arguments . But we simply ‘ agree to disagree ’ or settle it and forget about it .”
Butch & Myra Bosworth : Friendship and common interests
Butch and Myra Bosworth were high school sweethearts . Born and raised in Terre Haute , they met at Gerstmeyer Technical and graduated from Terre Haute North Vigo High School . The couple will celebrate 50 years of marriage on June 9 of this year . They both share a love of being active , the outdoors and keeping busy — and they do those things together . For Butch and Myra , that is what ’ s kept their marriage strong .
44 Terre Haute Living • March 2022