Couple loves to make others smile

Bill and Jo Ann Shore have been married for 67 years and have learned what makes them happy: making others smile! The loving couple can often be spotted holding hands and smiling whenever they are out and about, and Bill is always ready with a fist bump, except now he gives out an elbow bump because fist bumps aren’t permitted during these uncertain times.

As they endure the virus shutdown they’ve tried to find creative ways to keep their minds and bodies active. They are sticking to their normal routine, which is an important thing to remember these days.

The Shores, who live at Wellington at Hershey’s Mill in East Goshen Township, Chester County, begin the day with a large glass of fresh squeezed orange juice, fresh fruit and cereal. After they’ve finished their breakfast, there is then time to invest in reading and discussing what they’ve learned from “New Morning Mercies” & “My Heart Cries Out,” both by Paul David Tripp.

One quote Bill and Jo Ann like to ponder from their readings is “If you put yourself in the center of your world you will find plenty of things to complain about.” That thought led to some interesting conversations.

Getting out for a walk, usually in East Goshen Park, is something they enjoy on a nice day. Keep your eyes peeled if you happen to be out for a stroll and come across a mature couple hand in hand. They have a touch love language and it shows.

Every morning Bill and Jo Ann make a choice to smile and to make others do the same, or at least try. They know that smiling is contagious and that is something they enjoy spreading.

They also find something to be grateful for every day and continue on their lifelong learning quest. Life is a never ending journey that begins with today.