The couple celebrated their first wedding anniversary on 12/7.
Both had enjoyed happy marriages spanning over six decades before their spouses passed away.
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From left, Dwight Moberg and Gina Ceccarelli share a kiss at their wedding last summer. People |
From left, Dwight Moberg and Gina Ceccarelli share a kiss at their wedding last summer. People
Their love story began in mid-2024 after Ceccarelli traveled from Italy to California to visit a friend she hadn't seen in over 40 years. There, she met Moberg, her friend's neighbor, who had recently lost his wife of 65 years.
The 89-year-old Moberg was immediately captivated by the Italian woman's charm and warmth. Walks, meals cooked by Ceccarelli, and conversations aided by Google Translate drew them closer. "She completely stole my heart," Moberg said.
After Ceccarelli's initial 2024 visit, she returned to Italy, but the two realized they wanted to spend more time together. She made the decision to leave her children and grandchildren and move to the US. "Everything was new: the country, the language, the customs, but I did it for love," she shared.
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From left to right, Gina Ceccarelli and Dwight Moberg. People |
From left to right, Gina Ceccarelli and Dwight Moberg. People
Language is no longer a barrier. Moberg jokes that he mostly replies "si" (yes) to most of his wife's questions.
Meanwhile, Ceccarelli has brought the flavors of Italy to their kitchen, further strengthening their bond. "I'm afraid I'm going to weigh 300 pounds because she's such a wonderful cook," he laughed.
In September, the couple will travel to Italy for their honeymoon, where Ceccarelli is eager to share her cherished memories with her husband.
"Love has given me a different perspective on aging," Moberg reflected. "Getting older doesn't mean closing all the doors. It's made me feel young again and turned my final years into the best time of my life."
Nhat Minh (People)
