Their Silver Wedding Journey — Complete

"Their Silver Wedding Journey — Complete" by William Dean Howells is a story centered on the Marches, an editor and his wife, facing their silver wedding anniversary with a potential trip to Europe acting as a key plot point. This voyage is portrayed as more than just a vacation: it's a possibility for the pair to recapture their youthful vigor and relive fond memories. Initially, the story introduces their conversations about the trip which is sparked by suggestions from friends and a desire to improve health, with March displaying initial resistance while reflecting on how much has changed since their first European adventure. Their discussions reveal conflicting views about the trip, creating a humorous and thoughtful atmosphere. Through comparing the advantages and disadvantages of going, they reflect on past, paving the way for the study of themes around aging, nostalgia, and what truly makes one happy, suggesting a deep exploration during their voyage.