Late in WWII, love bloomed in Philippines

Petrona 'Toni' Spencer and her husband, William, describe the early days of their marriage, including her 'war bride' status when they were wed in 1945 in Manila, and some of the resistance to an interracial marriage they encountered when they relocated to Vallejo.

[drunkonwine]

I find it uplifting to hear of older adults turning into aged wine rather than into sour vinegar—albeit that it must be admitted that vinegar does have its good uses.

[apples]

This is a beautiful story to read. We absolutely need more stories that are of good things in the paper about our members of the community. Congratulations on your marriage and your love together. Love crosses borders and the boundaries society tries to inflict on it. Today I heard that a Louisianna Justice of the Peace denied marrying an inter-racial couple-saying the marriages do not last and the kids have troubles. What a crock of crappola -might as well just admit racism is alive and thriving in America still.

[Fil-Am US Soldier]

Neat story!

[Happy Times]

What a nice story! It's very nice to see the positive we have here. I hope they live to be 150 and enjoy each day! God Bless

[Michelle]

Beautiful Story. Thanks for sharing.

[Joey Phillips]

Congrat's to both Toni and William, of all the things they've been through throughout their years of marriage, their Love and understanding for each other made them strong and free. This is the kind of relationship story that everybody should reflect on.

[DHH]

Great story