I was very fortunate to have two awesome priests walk me through the marriage prep. One of them is a former fighter pilot and as a vet myself we click on a few levels. He was married for many years and only became a priest after his wife passed on. He told me, “As you get older, you have to stay in shape for your wife because physical attraction is an important component of a healthy marriage. If you can’t see your d-—, there’s a problem.”
I’m also fortunate to be friends with some very devout catholic families and one thing that strikes me is how happy they are. Prayer and participation in the sacraments as husband and wife is like a waterfall of grace that helps in dealing with life’s problems.
I thank both that priest who has served in the armed forces and you both for your service to the USA.