In a world where divorce is expected, especially among celebrities, George and Norma Strait’s 50-year marriage has proven that love can still conquer all.
George And Norma Strait’s Love
Norma was George’s, first love. He called her “the first girl I ever loved.” He was only 19 years old, and Norma was 17. They met in their hometown, in Texas. Though people may see it as young love, the couple proved it goes beyond more.
They eloped in Mexico on December 4, 1971. And then, they returned to Texas to hold a small church wedding with family and a few friends. Ten months later, they were blessed with their firstborn, Jennifer. Then, nine years later, George Jr. was born.
And during that time, George’s first single, “Unwound,” was released. Over the next few years, George’s career skyrocketed when his song, “Fool Hearted Memory,” hit number one. It began a succeeding success for George when his following songs always reached the top spot.
But their life is also not exempted from trials and challenges.
Facing Trials With Jesus
Sadly, they lost their daughter, Jennifer, in a car accident when she was thirteen.
George and Norma did not open up to the public about their journey through grief and loss. And finally, George revealed the secret of overcoming it. They held on to the hope of Christ and that they will get to see Jennifer one day in Heaven.
“We were blessed to have been able to spend 13 years with our beautiful daughter Jenifer,” he said. “She meant the world to us, and we’ll miss her dearly.”
“You know, the things that have happened in my life and losing my daughter. I believe that someday we will be together again. I think that’s what we all strive for; to get to heaven someday.”
In 2005, George wrote a song, “You’ll Be There,” for his daughter. It talked about their journey to get to Heaven and seeing her there.
George and Norma’s marriage had undergone tragedy and challenges. But their love for each other had only become stronger, inspiring many today.
Reference: Christian Headlines
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