Valentine's Day Newlywed Game

by Dianne

We did indeed celebrate Valentine’s Day last evening with, I believe, our first ever Newlywed Game. Last night was no exception from any other evening when we have a few or more gathered together – plenty of great food. And with the complimentary responses from those in attendance, it surely could become an annual affair. Kudos to Carol Dietrich, Dorothy Bogue, Rick Carlson (my Valentine), the contestants, and all the helpers.

I have to agree with Keith – he did a great job reporting on how the evening’s program progressed from start to finish. There were several questions that made each couple really think about their answer. After all, each correct answer was awarded points and the couple with the most points would win the game. Keith did not have his camera with him to document the evening’s activities as is his usual format, but I had mine. Unfortunately, I became so engrossed in the game itself, I was neglectful in taking pictures, although I did capture a couple of shots.

As Keith reported, one question/answer in particular “brought the house down.” Although never at a loss for words, Rick can be stopped in his tracks momentarily from time to time, as this picture demonstrates … but he did recover quickly -- something about making sure the doors were locked, maybe adding a security alarm.

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Our couples proved that no matter how long you are married or how well you think you know each other -- you don't. Regardless, it was a wonderful, funny evening. Thanks to Bob and Kathy Swanson, Geoff and Pam Weager, Dennis and Brenda Christianson, and Marv and Bev Nagelkerke for their great performance as participants. We were all entertained with their choice of answers as they lovingly bantered back and forth with each other.

They didn't win the Newlywed Game, but they are winners in each other's eyes. Just look at this happy, "cute as a bug's ear" couple. As Bev said, "you've got to have a sense of humor to be married to Marv for 56 years."

I apologize for not having a picture of the winning couple - Dennis and Brenda Christianson.

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