My grandparents say the keys to their 65-year marriage include staying independent and having a healthy social life

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The author's grandparents Barbara and Richard Coupe celebrating 65 years of marriage and cutting a cake.
The author's grandparents recently celebrated their 65th anniversary.

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I email my 106-year-old grandmother every Friday. It's one of the most meaningful commitments I've ever made.

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The author posing with her grandmother.
Emailing my grandmother every week is a tradition that helps us stay connected despite the distance.

Catherine Work

My husband and I chose to live in Washington, DC, based on job opportunities. I wish we'd chosen to live closer to family.

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The author with her family in Washington, DC.
The author and her husband decided to stay in Washington, DC, after college.

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I was a famous actor who prioritized fame over family. Now, I'm making up for it as a grandmother.

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Gabrielle Anwar and grandchild
Gabrielle Anwar rebuilt her relationship with her daughter and is a present grandmother.

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My grandmother is 95 and losing her memory. Every story she tells me is one I don't want to forget.

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The author's twins sharing twin with his grandmother.

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I still work, but I watch my grandson once a week to help my daughter save on childcare. It's been beneficial for all of us.

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Steve smiles while holding his young grandson.
I help my daughter by watching my grandson once a week.

Steve McCarthy

Growing up, I spent nearly every weekend with my grandmother. She made me see that I am smart and powerful.

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The author on her wedding day with her grandmother.
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I quit my healthcare job to take care of my grandmother. It's a mix of happy and sad moments, but ultimately has been life-changing for us.

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Kristina McDonald talked to Business Insider about the happy and sad moments of caring for her grandmother.

Kristina McDonald

I spent summers in Transylvania with my grandfather when I was little. Now he's 97, so I moved there to be closer to him.

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The author moved to Transylvania to be close to her 97-year-old grandfather.

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I became a mom at 16, and my daughter at 18. I've been raising kids for almost 45 years.

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Grandmother and daughter hugging
Lena Bradley (not pictured) is raising two of her grandchildren, aged 14 and 10.

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