Thought I'd note that Carola's magic memory got something wrong, which does very occasionally happen. For reasons I obviously no longer recall, we seem to have vetoed "Oh Yoko." Thanks to all well wishers and my hopes and belief that you can be as fortunate in your love life as I've been. in mine. It can be done! And you don't even have to hitch up with (or be!) the best-looking 79-year-old in your neighborhood. In fact, that's by no means the important part.
"I chose to omit it (not even mentioning the title to Carola) because I identify with John off and on, and for a while it has happened to be off. I do not want Bob and Carola to turn into John and Yoko, even if Lennon/Ono are an item again."
Makes sense to me. (Tho the song I do find irresistible to this day.)
Don’t worry about the reason for omitting “Oh Yoko”—it’s in the article along with several typos. But thanks for putting the idea into my head of including Lennon’s “Love” instead of "Chapel of Love" for the slow dance (in my memory, it was slower than it actually is) in my hypothetical and improbable gay wedding. I'd also include Jake Weseley Roger's "Under the Sun" for the finale after the party is over.
Congratulations to you both. My wife and I have been married for 35 years as of next July, and I know what blood, sweat, toil, and tears a lifelong relationship entails. And what tremendous benefits accrue.
When did you graduate Dartmouth? My Dad is a fellow alum and his roommate was Mike Melvoin, musical director for The Partridge Family amongst other high profile roles.
Congratulations Carola and Robert! Nancy and I are Winter solstice wedded as well. We celebrated our 33rd on the 20th and I am eternally grateful for every mention you've made through the years of the significance and wonder of lifelong romance. Cheers!
Thought I'd note that Carola's magic memory got something wrong, which does very occasionally happen. For reasons I obviously no longer recall, we seem to have vetoed "Oh Yoko." Thanks to all well wishers and my hopes and belief that you can be as fortunate in your love life as I've been. in mine. It can be done! And you don't even have to hitch up with (or be!) the best-looking 79-year-old in your neighborhood. In fact, that's by no means the important part.
You explain why, sensibly, you threw over "Yoko":
"I chose to omit it (not even mentioning the title to Carola) because I identify with John off and on, and for a while it has happened to be off. I do not want Bob and Carola to turn into John and Yoko, even if Lennon/Ono are an item again."
Makes sense to me. (Tho the song I do find irresistible to this day.)
Don’t worry about the reason for omitting “Oh Yoko”—it’s in the article along with several typos. But thanks for putting the idea into my head of including Lennon’s “Love” instead of "Chapel of Love" for the slow dance (in my memory, it was slower than it actually is) in my hypothetical and improbable gay wedding. I'd also include Jake Weseley Roger's "Under the Sun" for the finale after the party is over.
Mazel tov, you crazy kids! May blessings continue to find you.
Happy 50th to you and your wife. Me and my wife celebrated our 30th this year.
Congratulations to you both. My wife and I have been married for 35 years as of next July, and I know what blood, sweat, toil, and tears a lifelong relationship entails. And what tremendous benefits accrue.
Brilliant column. Period.
When did you graduate Dartmouth? My Dad is a fellow alum and his roommate was Mike Melvoin, musical director for The Partridge Family amongst other high profile roles.
He lives still today.
Happy pending Golden anniversary to you and Carola!Would 'Every Day I Write the Book' have made the cut were it around in 1974?Hmm.
That bow tie is awesome.
Congratulations Carola and Robert! Nancy and I are Winter solstice wedded as well. We celebrated our 33rd on the 20th and I am eternally grateful for every mention you've made through the years of the significance and wonder of lifelong romance. Cheers!
Congrats you loverbirds.