Lydia, How did you find someone like this???!!! I am still looking!!! Thanks for the hope!!!

Nice story. Always nice to hear about people doing good things in their life!

hey ted way to go. I remember you when we were on a mission together in Brazil. you are 62 now? what an old man. that must make me 61. I am living in Brasilia with my wonderful brasilian wife.

Oh... What a neat story!

Kathy B., your font is so stimulating. I cannot turn my eyes away when your comment is on the screen. You are so textual, my dear.

Ted, You are making things tough for us "regular/average" romantics. I hope my wife doesn't see this article.

Is this the Des News or the Onion?

Congrats on discovering the "secret" to a long-lasting relationship -- mutual admiration and appreciation. If we only spent as much time on our #1 most important relationship as we do our hobbies, our work, our church assignments, etc., we could probably drop the divorce rate down to less than 5%! Everyone should take the advice of this couple and spend some time showing and telling your S.O. how much you love and appreciate them!

Yeah, thanks buddy, for making all us guys look bad. 'Preciate ya.

Just kidding - a real man makes his wife feel like the most precious thing in the world. Good on ya.

How is this an article in a flippin' newspaper!

Ted, You have always set the example for us. You were the best seminary principal ever. I remember that you took my wife and I out to dinner over Christmas break when I was new to the Mtn View seminary. When my wife beat you in tennis for two straight weeks, you were also very cordial and kind. Thanks for showing the rest of us that we can all put a little more effort into showing love to our spouse.-Adam McB

A revered religious leader recently said, "speak out with words of love and peace, appreciation, and respect. If you will do this...Your marriages and family relationships will be preserved"

Marriage requires daily work filled with selflessness and kindness. When one spouse shows kindness and love, the feelings are reciprocated by the other spouse and you form a loving relationship. This couple has proven that.

Kathy B.

Don't hold your breath.

I guess everybody could be more romantic to his/her spouse, not only the husbands, and I am a wife!
Good for her. Do I envy her? Honestly no, I am happy for her though but also, I am happy with my not-so-affectionate husband who does care for me, respect me and treats me as her equal. What I am trying to say here is not everybody is equal but everybody can be a good spouse when there is dedication and commitment and of course, unselfish love.

I remember "Pres. Gibbons" as my branch prez in the MTC oh... 20 years ago. Not only a romantic but boy does he know the Gospel inside and out!

Yes, this is a wonderful article for a newspaper. Do you want to just hear doom and gloom all the time? I sure don't! I'm happy for both of you. My hubby isn't a romantic like this, but he's a wonderful husband and I know he loves me. He shows me in so many ways. He's always worked hard to support our large family, often in jobs he didn't like, but did them anyway. He never criticizes me for not having a "perfect" body (I'm 61 and I sure don't look like I did at 25!). It just isn't important to him. He loves me for ME, and I feel the same way about him. I had 8 kids when we got married, he had 4, and we had one more together. His willingness to take on that responsibility was a big factor in my decision to marry him. We've had our ups and downs, but we are still happy after 21 years, and hope to be that way forever. Bro. Gibbons, I enjoy your lesson outlines, and have used them a lot. Best wishes to both of you, and just keep on "keepin' on" for all Eternity.

This guy makes us all look bad;(

Way to go Gibbons. My husband is just like this too. So they are out there, now I know of atleast two.

What a nice human interest story. I agree with Congratulations (9:23am) that most couples could benefit from a little time spent celebrating and reigniting the love that brought them together.

I guess I'm a bit like Ted in that I make my wife gifts from time to time and have written her a book (it was my wedding present to her, a novel of our own love story from the day we met until the day we got engaged). I had it bound and created a cover. My wife proudly displays in on a little book stand in the living room, and it has indeed gotten me in trouble with the husbands of my wife's friends. If I'm around when they see it for the first time, I make them promise to never say anything to their husbands about it.

On the other hand, I had girlfriends they didn't like that sort of thing, that felt the poems and the surprise flowers were too mushy, so I guess it takes all types to make the world go around.

Whatever your style is, though, take a moment today to show your significant other how much he or she means to you.

why do I have to write poetry and make gooey eyes at my wife to be considered romantic, but she doesn't have to learn the names of all my power tools or take an interest in sports for me? Glad these guys are happy but if it is that much work to make her happy, maybe it's the romance she likes and not the man!

I read the Deseret News for comedy, and they never fail to make my laugh my head off.
Why would I want to read about the situation in Zimbabwe or the Italian elections when I can read about Mormon News? I don't get why this story is not in the New York Times.

The New York Times, and the Wall Street Journal, are national newspapers. Perhaps you didn't know that.

The Deseret News is a local newspaper. Perhaps you didn't know that.

From my time living in two other states, I can tell you most local papers will run local human interest stories. Perhaps you didn't know that.

The Deseret News and the New York Times do not claim to be like each other. The SLTrib and the NY Times also do not claim to be like each other.

I am always amused at those who use the differences between the New York Times, and a local paper, as a basis for anything. It is like comparing a lake and a river, or comparing a tree with a stalk of corn. Both are different, both have a purpose.

Perhaps you didn't know that.

I think it is interesting how the major news sources have conditioned us to not think something is news unless it is negative, shocking, or appeals to the lowest human denominator. I was watching CNN and they showed some really stupid pet news stuff.... I think that is much less "news" than this article. This is a good guy, adored by his wife, up for some subjective award. It is every bit as much news at the stupid pet/animal news I see on some of the major news outlets. I am disturbed that we crave negative news and never get briefed on the positive....

I can remember Brother and Sister Gibbons from when they lived in Snowflake, AZ. I must say that I'm not sure I would have recognized my old seminary teacher, but Sister Gibbons is still a beautiful blond. Congratulations, you two.

I voted for You two! :) I like how it didn't have all the fluff and stuff in a few of those videos I saw. I like how it was honest and straight from the heart.

As a son of the culprit, Mr. Ted Gibbons, I can attest to the pressure I feel to be more romantic to my own wife.

It's good pressure. Thanks for the example

This is Ello.
Thanks for clarifying the difference between national and local papers. But sir you are the Idiot.
The New York Times is most definitely a "local" paper, they are in New York. They just report on things that more than the Orem resident would find appealing, so people with a brain (like me, and not you) are interested in reading it. I don't expect you to understand the scope of something that is larger than the small world that you see through your barley open eyes.
But thanks again for the laugh. People like you keep me coming back.
Provo or "Parvo" as I call it never cease to amaze me with their small brains and closed eyes. The rest of the world just sits back and laughs.

Thanks, Desnews editors, for giving us some good news. I think the DN ought to send the Gibbonses on a cruise if they don't win the national contest.

Way to go, now you see what selfesh false idealist you really are. The man in the artical is real, the rest of you are wantabes. To take the love someone feels for another and makes it real any way they can is what makes a man or a woman. It makes no difference if the person on the recieving end understands it or not. You are doing all you can to share what you feel for the happyness of someone else, that's God's love, try it. If there are some of you who want "real" news, slap yourself and call it good.

You won my heart,your already on a cruz of life time. Never stop doing what you have done for all of us. You might win a cruz, if I had the money I would give you and your wife as many as you want.

Whatever you do, don't tell my wife about this guy.

I can't see!!! There's barley in my eyes! Or maybe it is wheat???

OK ello, I too read the newspaper for entertainment and you are the one who today has given me the greatest enjoyment. Your comments about this sweet story just shows everyone how truly lonely you must be. I am sorry that you are so unhappy with your life. I hope that in the future you will be able to find someone who will make you happy so that you won't feel like you have to tear everyone else around you down.

I enjoyed reading about the Gibbons and felt sweetly emotional and grateful for their great love and devotion to one another.
But I am glad that my husband is not like Mr. Gibbons. My husband is wonderfully practical and down to earth, always supportive of my individuality, my various pursuits, projects, and interests.
My husband has worked hard and long to provide for our family of fifteen children for 36 years. He has changed many a diaper and has gone on many errands: buying the groceries, milk, and filling the car with gas. I do the yard work and keep the house and garage spit-spot and organized. He handles the finances and plans for the future, while letting me read Hugh Nibley and talk philosophy. Many a night he has gone to sleep with me reading aloud Milton, Tennyson, or assorted newspaper articles. I don’t like holding hands in public as a rule and prefer a history or church book to flowers or candy. He goes to the opera or symphony, or camping and hiking because it pleases me.
He calls me from work daily. Between us, our romance is perfect.
Sincerely hope the Gibbons win their cruise.

Heh Ted, I consider myself to be a bit of a romantic and my wife Carey agrees, but boy oh boy you are making things even harder for us guys....you are a great example of what marriages ought to be made of...thanks for the inspiration for me to do more....congratulations to you both on your progress so far. Good luck for thr trip.

Down here in Australia, our local papers also have stories of interest about local folks. I think it's fabulous to have a few reminders to make an effort to act lovingly, no matter what love language our spouse prefers (gifts, time together, affirming words, touch, "honey-do" action,etc.)!

And to ello: there are "small-minded" people all over the globe, which includes ourselves once we start labeling others from our own limited frame of reference.

Bro Gibbons was my seminary teacher at PGHS in the 80's. Still remember some of the advice he gave regarding relationships. Mostly remember the way he loved the gospel. What a sweet man!

Thank you Brother Gibbons!

Love from Lisa Persson Hill

Very inspiring!

Ted Gibbons was my seminary teacher at AHS in the 70s. He was a great teacher and a great example. And now he is still a great example. Which is why I better not show this article to my wife. I fall a little short of the Gibbon's romantic standard.

Thanks again Bro. Gibbons and good luck!

BTO - Tahiti!!

Actually, Ello, The New York Times is anything but a "local" paper. Since you are so brilliant (at least, you imply that you are), you know that the readership of the NY Times is not just national but worldwide. I'm not talking about the Internet, either. It has long been considered a national paper and, up until your post, it probably was never considered a local. Any paper that affects (and effects, for that matter) national policy and decision making is hardly a local periodical.
You are very sad.

I'm glad this man and his wife understand each other so well and are willing to do what it takes to make each other happy on a daily basis. Good for them!

I hope Ello is equally enjoying his/her life. I'm sure that with age will come maturity, or at least a willingness to recognize that every person decides what to derive happiness from.

AWWW..they didn't win the cruise, how could they compete with a 3 year old?
But they really are the people they seem to be in the article. As one of their kids I believe the saying that the greatest gift a father can give his children is to love their mother. (and probably vice versa!)

Thanks for your great example Dad. I love you.

-Debbie

How I enjoyed reading of Br. Gibbons thoughtfulness. I loved hearing that it
was Sister Gibbons who submitted his name in the contest. I, too, am married to a man who for 40 years has done so many romantic, wonderful things for me on a daily basis.

But there is a sad part, too, in that pressure seems to build up in him and
every couple of weeks (for 40 years) he has to release it and out come many, many destructive words and feelings (usually about me) and all are vented until the pressure is all released and he goes back to being a wonderful romantic! He apparently doesn't remember the things he said, putting me in such a hard, hard place. I don't know which part is true in his feelings for me!

It is so refreshing to hear positive things in a beautiful and appreciated marriage. I love the simplicity of your life and your sincere and genuine LOVE for each other. In a world where most everyone thinks only of HIMSELF! So many marriages could be saved if they would only look beyond themselves and see the big picture. LOVE in a marriage is more than GOOD LOOKS AND A GOOD FIGURE, for soon that will also fade. It's the BEAUTY WITHIN THAT CAN NEVER BE DESTROYED. That's the difference between TRUE and what I call ARTIFICIAL LOVE.

I too am grateful for a WONDERFUL husband who treats me with "LOVE" and "RESPECT". He doesn't do all Bro. Gibbons does, but he does surprise me know and then with beautiful cards that he spends looking for just the right message that conveys his feelings. Nevertheless, I KNOW WITHOUT A DOUBT HIS LOVE FOR ME AND I TRULY LOVE AND APPRECIATE HIM.

Thanks for sharing your special remarks with everyone and letting society know that marriage is GOOD, SACRED AND SOMETHING WE SHOULD ALL WORK TOWARDS IN BEING SUCCESSFUL AND TRULY HAPPY.

Good luck on winning the trip!

That was a nice story would loved to have heard more. I was married for 31 years to a good man who was very thoughtful and willing in all things. I am intuitive and would act kindly on his needs & desires. I also would easily & sincerely commend all his efforts in all things. He was not good at receiving my notes, flowers etc., but good at giving to me. I was wonderful in receiving. (smile) It`s too bad there were other serious behaviors in him that caused the divorce. Marriage does take a constant self check & relationship check to assure the best.

I just found out about the competition. Although the decision has already been made by the Princess Cruise line, I would still cast my vote for you, Ted. It's been 35 years for me since I attended seminary at Arcadia High. I still remember the many lessons and ideas you taught. And now, all these years later, you still find a way to reach out and teach me again. As students, we often gave you a hard time and we were not always teachable. But you perservered and ended up making a positive difference in so many of our lives. Thank You.

I just read this article forwarded to me about TED and his wife. I have enjoyed his lessons on the LDS Living site and never knew much more about him. I say ditto to a lot of the already positive comments. Sorry you did not win the trip but what a wonderful example you have shown to not only those that read the newspaper but also to those who have read your story forwarded through the internet. Strong marriages=strong families=better citizens and a better world. We can all improve!! Thanks Deseret News for putting uplifting articles in your paper. Keep it up we all need more positive and less negative in our lives!!