2024-11-08 16:58:00
In 2017, Mr. Bernard Snyder (currently 98 years old) and his wife moved to a nursing home in Austin, Texas, USA. After a long illness, she passed away in 2023. The passing of his partner of 73 years of marriage made Mr. Snyder feel lonely and empty.
And then, he met Ms. Jo Cartwright (96 years old) also at this nursing home. He felt impressed with her from the first time, telling himself he had to find out who that woman was. After that, he mustered up the courage to ask her to be his “dinner partner”. That first meal opened up later chatting walks in the backyard.
Soon, they both find themselves in love, something they never expected or thought about.
“Wherever I was, he was there. When I suddenly looked up and saw him, I thought: “Oh! Maybe this man likes me a little.”
I never thought I would meet anyone or even want to meet. But I guess I fell in love with him… after a few months,” Cartwright recalls.
Mr. Snyder added: “I always thought I had 73 years of marriage, which is a long time. I didn’t think there would be anyone else. I never even thought about it because it didn’t seem right.”
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And then, couple Bernard Snyder and Jo Cartwright showed everyone that it is never too late to love. They got married on November 1 at the age of U100.
Previously, when Mr. Snyder proposed marriage and received consent from Mrs. Cartwright, they were both excited and worried about how their children would receive this news. Snyder said he has seen how other widowers of his generation upset their children by remarrying.
However, their children were very supportive of their parents and told the couple: “Whatever makes you two happy will make us happy.” Mr. Bernard Snyder and Ms. Jo Cartwright each have three children of their own. Their children were even excited to participate and quickly planned the couple’s wedding, which was held in the same courtyard of the nursing home where love blossomed.
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The bride and groom’s loved ones gathered together on Friday for the ceremony. The party ended with the newlyweds breaking a glass in homage to Mr. Snyder’s Jewish faith and releasing butterflies. Now, they are planning to fully enjoy their time together as husband and wife.
“I hope we can be together for 5 years, but no matter how long, every moment together is worth enjoying,” Mr. Snyder said.
As for the bride, Mrs. Cartwright wants to send a message to others who think their time for love is over: “The basic point of the whole story is that you can love again. It’s great to know that you can.”
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**Interview with Mr. Bernard Snyder and Ms. Jo Cartwright: Finding Love Again in the Later Years**
**Interviewer:** Thank you both for joining me today. It’s a joy to hear your story. Mr. Snyder, let’s start with you. How did you feel after the passing of your wife, and what was it that changed when you met Ms. Cartwright?
**Mr. Snyder:** Thank you for having us. When my wife passed away, I felt incredibly lonely and empty. After 73 years of marriage, I thought I would never know companionship again. But when I first saw Jo, something stirred in me. I couldn’t quite explain it, but I felt I had to get to know her.
**Interviewer:** That’s wonderful to hear. Ms. Cartwright, what was your initial reaction when Mr. Snyder approached you for dinner?
**Ms. Cartwright:** Oh, I was surprised! I hadn’t thought about meeting anyone either, but when he asked me to be his dinner partner, I felt a little flutter inside. It was unexpected, but there was something about him that made me want to give it a chance.
**Interviewer:** It sounds like that dinner sparked something special. Can you share more about how your relationship developed after that?
**Ms. Cartwright:** Yes, it really did. After that first meal, we started chatting more, taking walks in the backyard together. I found myself looking forward to seeing him every day. It was thrilling—I never thought I would feel this way again at this point in my life.
**Mr. Snyder:** It surprised me too. After being married for so many years, I hadn’t even considered the possibility of love again. But Jo brought joy back into my life in a way that I didn’t realize I needed.
**Interviewer:** How has your experience been, considering the challenges of dating in a nursing home environment?
**Mr. Snyder:** It’s definitely not easy. There are many things to navigate, especially when it comes to understanding each other’s pasts and the realities of aging. But love has its way of connecting people, no matter the circumstances.
**Ms. Cartwright:** I agree. Our shared experiences of aging and loss created a bond between us. We both understand the importance of companionship and cherish our time together.
**Interviewer:** That’s beautiful to hear. What advice would you give to others in similar situations looking for love later in life?
**Mr. Snyder:** Don’t close yourself off. You never know what joy can come from being open to new experiences, no matter your age.
**Ms. Cartwright:** Yes, and don’t be afraid to take the first step. It can lead to wonderful things. Life is too short to not seek happiness, even if it comes later than expected.
**Interviewer:** Thank you both for sharing your inspiring story. It’s a testament to the enduring human spirit and the power of love at any age.
**Mr. Snyder and Ms. Cartwright:** Thank you! We’re happy to share.
