Marlyn and Eva Nevels are proud residents of Kansas City, KS. Marlyn retired from the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, and they now enjoy the fruits of a long and dedicated career. Married on Dec. 14, 2002, the couple has raised four children and now cherish three grandchildren. (He’s answering.)
How did you meet? In church, Greystone Missionary Baptist Church.
Tell us about your first date. We met at Jazz at Louisiana Kitchen for dinner.
How did you know he/she was the one? She was different from my other acquaintances, but I was still unsure at first. This is our second marriage and I was still hurt from my first. On the insistence of her pastor’s wife, I reluctantly went out for our first dinner and afterward we went walking on the Plaza.
Tell us a few memorable parts of the wedding. It was beautiful and I was completely overwhelmed by all the people and my excitement.
Who’s more social? We both are social beings. My wife would say it is me and I say she is the most. We both love people.
Who’s the neat freak? I am a neat freak, but we both try to keep things neat.
What chore does your spouse hate doing the most? Throwing things away that are old, but was a gift from a friend, church member or family. She always finds a place for it to be seen in our home in case that person might visit.
Who does the cooking? My wife does most of the cooking.
Where is your favorite weekend destination? A weekend trip for us both would be Branson, MO.
Who tends to be more romantic? I love to show my wife off when we are out in public and hold hands. My wife seems to be just fine just walking, but I am a show-off!
Who’s better at gifting? Definitely my wife. She’s good at remembering dates and creating items to send or give to others.
What have you learned to appreciate about your spouse? The first marriage was what I wanted and the second was what the Lord wanted me to have. Wait on the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart. Needless to say, the Lord was right.
What kind of movies do you like watching together? I love action, comedies and adventure, and my wife watches love stories, Lifetime movies and gospel-type shows.
Words of wisdom from both of you for other couples. Being in love and being in lust are two very different emotions. What people must realize first, is God in the midst of your feelings? Marriage is not a commitment; it is a bond. The devil is a formidable foe that will always be the ruler of this world and he will always prey on your weaknesses. I now have a LIFE PARTNER that God has given me.
