Mark and Lisa King

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This is a fabulous love story, because Mark and Lisa met in May and were married by August. They've had 6 kids and 42+ years of a great life since! Lisa is such a caring person and so fun to be around and Mark is right there with her every step of the way!

The dates and details!
What are your names? 
Mark and Lisa King
When did you meet?
May 1976
In 8 words or less, describe where or how you met. 
At a party of a mutual friend
What was your first date? 
The Miss Piute Pagent(his sister was in it!)
When were you married? 
8/21/1976
Where were you married? 
Manti Temple
How many children do you share? 
Six
Getting to Know You!
When and/or how did you know you wanted to marry each other?
We fasted and prayed about it and knew it was right.Three weeks after we met, we were engaged. Two and a half months later we were married! (Now the kids are all raised, we are starting to date! We didn’t have time before! It all happened so fast!)
What is something that your spouse does (something they may not even realize!) that makes your heart skip a beat and brings you joy.
When we snuggle and he kisses my forehead!
What did you love about your spouse in the beginning that you still love about them now?
How he loves kids, and how totally selfless he is.
Other than your children, what is an accomplishment you are your spouse are proud of?

Almost 43 years of marriage! And we love each other more and more every year!!!
What is one of your favorite dates you've been on as a couple?
Going to the temple!
What's the best gift you've received from your spouse?
When he kidnaps me and takes me on a surprise vacation!
Why Marriage Rocks
What's one thing you love to talk about when you have nothing pressing to talk about?
Grandkids!
What makes your marriage unique?
We are complete opposites in most things, but we compliment each other by loving and supporting each other in the things we each like to do! (Example: He loves the mountains and I love the ocean! So we go with each other to both places!)
What are advantages of marriage?
You get to be with not only your lover, but your best friend, forever!
What blessings have come into your life because of marriage?
Lots of love! Six amazing kids and their spouses, 24 + grandchildren. Happiness!
What miracles have you experienced together?
Many, but probably one of the biggest, was seeing our granddaughter, who should have passed away (from herniated brain stem damage from misdiagnosed diabetes), be given an extra 6 months of life. We were able to share precious time with her and see miracles with her before she returned to our Heavenly Father.
Advice
What's a practice or routine you've established that keeps your marriage healthy?
Tell each other we love each other, several times a day. Prayer!!!
What's one principle you think is important in a healthy marriage?
Trust!
What is a positive influence on your marriage when things get hard?
Prayer, trusting the Lord, and laughing a lot!
If you had time to talk to newlyweds, what would your greatest piece of advice be?
Always cherish each other. You never know what your time frame together will be, so make it the best! Be happy!
If you need a little marriage recharge, what's your trick?
Get away all by yourselves, even if it’s just for a date! A short vaca is even better!!!
As you look into the future, what do you see that will help keep your marriage strong?
Living the gospel, prayer, scriptures, being each other’s best friend! Staying true and faithful to each other. Choose to stay in love with each other!
What's the secret of a happy marriage?
Fall in love with each other, over and over again. Trust, kindness, forgiveness, and putting each other first!
What is a simple marital practice you would share with a friend who may say they are facing challenges in their marriage?

Challenges are usually caused by selfishness. Put your spouse first. Remember the reasons you fell in love. Use praise instead of criticism. That can move mountains! Forgive and forget! And don’t forget to pray together! 

"Marriage is yet safe, with all its sweet fulfillment, with all its joy and love. In marriage all of the worthy yearnings of the human soul, all that is physical and emotional and spiritual, can be fulfilled" (Boyd K. Packer, Marriage, 1981).

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