True love might frequently feel like a fictitious idea seen exclusively in literature and romantic films, such as The Notebook or Ghost.

People we formerly had deep relationships in our youth can grow apart as a result of life’s struggles, making it harder to keep in contact.

The romantic story of Thomas and Nancy, on the other hand, is live proof that sentiments can remain intact even after years pass, as they are poised to marry 60 years after sparks first flew.

Their recent engagement occurred at an airport and was captured on TikTok by one of Thomas’ coworkers, who was surrounded by emotional well-wishers.

@jobuns_ My heart!! Sweetest proposal 🥹 He was so excited! #proposal #highschoolsweethearts #fyp #love #tampaflorida #tampainternationalairport ♬ original sound – Haley Solomon

They started dating in high school about six decades ago and finally lost touch after their first relationship didn’t work out. The couple rejoined last month, and their bond was as strong as ever, and they both felt as if no time had gone by.

Nancy came to Tampa to see Thomas after weeks of communicating, and it was then that Thomas got down on one knee, leaving everyone in tears, and posed the question.

Thomas acknowledged his love during his impassioned address, adding, “My dear Nancy, it has been 60 years since we first met, 56 years since we first dated, 10 years since I last saw you, and 20 days since we reconnected.”

He reminisced about his crush on her since her cheerleading days and how seeing her still made him grin and his heart skip a beat. He admitted to thinking about her every day for the previous three weeks and spending hours chatting with her every night.

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Thomas expressed his delight at finally being able to embrace Nancy in his arms after so many years, noting that her inner and exterior beauty had always attracted him.

He promised to make every day an adventure, to grow old with her, to wake up in her arms every morning, to share ambitions and aspirations, and to support each other through thick and thin.

Thomas concluded by professing his love for Nancy and promising to spend the rest of his life ensuring that she is happy and knows she is loved.