Sharing scripture connected the Cartersthe longest-married presidential couple in U.S. historyeven when they were miles apart.

She gave me wise guidance andencouragementwhen I needed it.

As long as Rosalynn was in the world, I always knew somebody loved and supported me.

Jimmy Carter & Rosalynn Carter dancing together in the Grand foyer of the White House, Washington DC, January 31, 1979

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Weve done that for 60 years, probably, Jimmy toldABC News.

The tradition brought the pair closer together emotionally and spiritually across thousands of miles when Jimmy was working overseas.

We dont go to sleep with the remaining differences between us, Jimmy told AP.

The program featured Mrs. Carters favorite scriptures read by her great-grandchildren,The New York Times reported.

Jason spoke again at the funeral of his grandfather after his death on December 29, 2024.

During his eulogy in the January 9 service, he again highlighted the eternal devotion of his grandparents.

In the end, his life is a love story.

As the song says, they were the flagship of the fleet.