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from: mymajicdc.com

Herbert and Zelmyra Fisher hold the Guinness World Record for the longest marriage of a living couple. The Fishers have been married for 85 years. Zelmiyra is 101-years-old and her husband is 104-years old.

This couple joined forces with twitter to answer some relationship questions about finding love, getting over obstacles, and more.

Check out their interview:

What made you realize that you could spend the rest of your lives together? Were you scared at all?

H & Z: With each day that passed, our relationship was more solid and secure.Divorce was NEVER an option – or even a thought.

How did you know your spouse was the right one for you?

We grew up together & were best friends before we married. A friend is for life – our marriage has lasted a lifetime

What is your advice to someone who is trying to keep the faith that Mr. Right is really out there?

Zelmyra: Mine was just around the corner! He is never too far away, so keep the faith – when you meet him, you’ll know.

You got married very young – how did u both manage to grow as individuals yet not grow apart as a couple?

“Everyone who plants a seed & harvests the crop celebrates together” We are individuals, but accomplish more together.

Read the rest of the interview here.

Oldest Living Couple Gives Great Relationship Advice  was originally published on praisephilly.com