The secret to a happy marriage – from the couple who’ve been wed 82 years!

It’s an age-old question, but one couple reckon they know the secret to a long-lasting relationship

Nicholas and Rafaela Ordaz married 82 years

by Hayley Kadrou |
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Lots of people are willing and eager to offer out relationship advice when you ask for it, from your mates to your mum.

But hearing the pearls of wisdom from couples that are been in loving and committed relationships long term is always welcome.

Take Nicholas and Rafaela Ordaz for example, the couple from Tracy, California, USA, who has been married for an astonishing 82 years.

Nicholas, 102 and Rafaela recently celebrates their wedding anniversary surrounded by all their loved ones – including their children, grandchildren, and even great grandchildren!

The happy couple celebrate surrounded by friends and family

Their granddaughter - who reported the story on KCRA3 News - explained, the pair of lovebirds still can’t keep their hands off each other.

She explained that the passion is still very much alive.

The video clip shows Nicholas and Rafaela sharing a kiss and a cuddle at the party.

And the couple reveals their secrets to a long-lasting, happy marriage. Their three golden rules are:

Have respect for one another

Show plenty of affection

Don’t sweat the small stuff

Well that sounds easy enough right! But it’s true, maybe of us forget this when life gets in the way, or we’re in the middle of a fight.

We will definitely be taking this on board.

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