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Pretend You Are Happy for a Kodak Moment

By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Real Estate Broker/Owner with HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 311291

December 16, 2010 08:55 AM

In reading others posts on ActiveRain, I realize that tomorrow is the deadline for this contest. So going through some old photo albums and reliving some happy memories, this is the one I have chosen.

This is my Kodak Moment taken 15540 days ago. That's right, we count the days we have been married. In case you don't have your calculator handy, that equates to more than 42 years. This photo was taken May 30,1968 within minutes of saying "I Do" Wish the photo was a bit clearer but after 40 years...not much I can do. To read how I got to this special day , you might want to take a look at

My Best Close Ever and Forever

Lee's mom, Nellie Rome, used these words when taking this Kodak moment picture...

"Pretend You Are Happy!"

HomeRome 410-530-2400

This post is written as a submission to the ActiveRain 'Kodak Moments' contest. I have the chance to win the KODAK EASYSHARE M580 Digital Camera

To participate in the ActiveRain contest, visit the blog post announcing the contest from Kodak and ActiveRain.

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Jamie Dumaine-Russell

RE/MAX Alliance - Branford, CT

Margaret - That photo of you is priceless and there's no doubt looking at it that you had to pretend you were happy. Your face is gloowing!! It's not very often these days to hear of couples who have been married for as long as you & Lee. Congratulations to both of you for being together for 42 years. BTW I'm not too far behind you at 35. :)

Dec 16, 2010 11:45 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Donna, I was definitely glowing. Congratulations on 35 years!

Cinnamon, He does..you should see the flowers he brought home tonight.

Jack, You gotta take it day by day..and enjoy each one.

Christine, It is still working.

Holly, Joy, pure joy!

June, When ever I take photos, instead of saying cheese, I say "Pretend you are happy." Most people cannot help but to smile.

Connie, This was just a fun post to do. Enjoy your camera.

Dec 16, 2010 11:53 AM

Mark Hall

Realty One Group Cascadia - Vancouver, WA

Homes for Sale Vancouver Washington

Love the outfit! Looks like the happiest day of your life. Thanks for sharing this wonderful picture.

Dec 16, 2010 01:34 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Glad you like that outfit. You are so right ...the happiest day ever!\

Dec 16, 2010 01:59 PM

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

Margaret - what a wonderful moment to share with us. It must bring back so many memories. A very special Kodak moment for sure.

Jeff

Dec 16, 2010 02:02 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Mark, Glad you liked the outfit. Yep, it was the happiest day!

Jeff, Lots of memories. Were your ears burning? I was talking to William Johnson about you.

Dec 16, 2010 02:11 PM

Petra Norris

Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc. - Lakeland, FL

Realtor, Lakeland FL Homes for Sale

Margaret - the second I read 15540 days I knew it was about the time when you got married. I love being part of this and I have to thank you for feeling me welcome, the day you called, when I first joined. Thank you for this special Kodak moment you have shared :)

Dec 16, 2010 02:55 PM

Evelyn Johnston

Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN

The People You Know, Like and Trust!

You did a good job pretending! That is a beautiful picture and it says a thousand things! You were a lovely bride! Congratulations on still feeling that way!

Dec 16, 2010 02:59 PM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ

602-380-4886

Well how fun is this Margaret! I love it.....you look the same with the most beautiful smile to this day.....and you're still not pretending cause it's genuine! Love it! Love it! Love it!

Guess I missed the contest.........oh well :)

Dec 16, 2010 03:03 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Petra, Your joining AR was a wonderful addition.

Evelyn, I sure felt it that day...no pretending.

Banana, Thank you , Thank you. Hope you get your Kodak Moment in before the day ends.

Dec 16, 2010 10:19 PM

Bryant Tutas

Tutas Towne Realty, Inc and Garden Views Realty, LLC - Winter Garden, FL

Selling Florida one home at a time

That's an awesome picture Margaret!! Smokin'!!!

Dec 17, 2010 12:34 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Bryant, Can you hear me smiling?

Dec 17, 2010 01:09 AM

Josef Katz

Digital and Direct Response Marketing - Manhattan, NY

{Marketing Maestro}

That is a great pic and I am sure you had to "try really hard" to be happy...

Dec 17, 2010 01:39 AM

Geri Sonkin

Douglas Elliman Real Estate 516-457-7103 - Merrick, NY

Long Island Real Estate & Staging Expert

Margaret, you and Lee are both so lucky to have each other and all those memories yet to make. Happy anniversary!

Dec 17, 2010 06:38 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Josep, Not too sure happiness is one of those things you can fake..at least not for long.

Geri, Thank you. I loved your Kodak Moment about your Uncle Harry.

Dec 17, 2010 06:54 AM

Russell Lewis

Realty Austin, Austin Texas Real Estate - Austin, TX

Broker,CLHMS,GRI

Margaret, I really like this and as others have pointed out you are obviously NOT pretending to be happy, you are literally BEAMING! I barely managed to get in a Kodak Moment post myself and have thoroughly enjoyed all the great posts submitted by the always creative Active Rainers!!

Dec 17, 2010 09:44 AM

Gary Woltal

Keller Williams Realty - Flower Mound, TX

Assoc. Broker Realtor SFR Dallas Ft. Worth

Well 42 years is a great honor for you Margaret. Congratulations and Merry Christmas.

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Dec 17, 2010 11:06 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Russell, That was a momentous day in my life and for sure I was beaming.

In your Kodak Moment post, you did a terrific tribute to your dad and I love his quote about raising boys and not grass.

Gary, You write the most inspirational posts all the time! I adore your "I Love Your Blog" graphic. Thank you.

Dec 17, 2010 11:46 AM

Gail C. Harris

Resource Network, LLC SFR, AHWD, ACRE, SMAR Board Director - Chesapeake Beach, MD

Reach the BEACH with Gail C. Harris (cell: 703.868

Aren't pictures priceless. I wasn't in pics much, always behind the camera and always thinking I was too heavy too heavy to be in pics... oh was I kidding. 105 or 110 pounds too heavy. I was nutz...still am..haha Love, love the pic You still look the same, just a little more mature; I'd know your face anywhere. :)

Dec 17, 2010 11:49 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Gail, When going through the old photos, this is the one that spoke to me. Was not sure about sharing in on AR, but now glad I did. I loved your photo as a little girl with your uncle and sister. Loved your curls.

Dec 17, 2010 12:08 PM

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