Have you ever wondered how some couples manage to keep that newlywed spark alive, even years after tying the knot? Well, Katie Couric and her husband, John Molner, have cracked the code. Four years after exchanging vows, the couple continues to treat every year like it's their honeymoon season. "He plans a date vacation every year," Katie, now 61, revealed in a candid interview with Us Weekly. Just recently, she returned from an unforgettable adventure in India with her husband, John, who's 55. "We go someplace fun and exotic. This year, I had no idea [where we were going]," she said, clearly impressed by John's planning skills. "He took care of everything! Can’t get much better than that, right?"
What makes their relationship even more special is that John isn't just an incredible travel partner but also a hilarious companion. "He’s got this incredibly dry and wry sense of humor," Katie once gushed to People. "He’s just fun to be around." It’s no wonder they continue to enjoy each other’s company so much, even after all these years.
View this post on InstagramVaranasi is one of the most intense places I’ve ever visited. Massive sensory overload in what’s been called “the city of learning and burning.” We visited the #Ganges river first to watch the sun rise and see the flurry of activity on the street (even at 5:45 am!) We returned to the #ganges for a ceremony of Thanksgiving with a sea of humanity on the banks of the river. It’s called the city of light (vs Paris-lightS) and is one of the holiest places in the Hindu religion. People were bathing there to wash away their sins…some were just taking a dip and others were lathering up, while still others were doing their laundry and hitting their clothes against rocks in the river (ergo the term stone washed) Millions of people come here every year including many elderly people who wish to die in this sacred place and be cremated on the holiest ghats (or stairs) to achieve salvation. We saw at least thirty people being cremated the night we visited. When I asked Ajay our guide if he felt it was intrusive and invasive to have people watching from the river he told me death is a celebration and to bear witness is honoring Hinduism. If a woman predeceases her husband, she is dressed in the same sari she was married in. After we observed the cremations, we each lit a small candle surrounded by roses 🌹 in a little cup and said a prayer for people who had died before placing them in the water. I said a prayer for Jay, my sister Emily and my parents. I was so moved that John (yes that’s his first name) told me afterwards he said a prayer for the same people I did. It was beautiful to see the candles all floating on the river, like little stars on a dark, watery sky. The service was remarkable too. Getting home in a rickshaw was harrowing and very, very (!) loud with all the honking cars, motor scooters, pedestrians and cows in the street. I can’t believe there aren’t more accidents here! I will share some of our adventures in my stories tomorrow (so many pictures!) and realize this photo may feel slightly incongruous given what I’ve just described. I will never forget our day in Varanasi from sunrise to nightfall. #varanasi #india #lifeanddeath 🇮🇳🙏🏻
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How Katie and John Keep the Love Alive
When Katie and John tied the knot back in 2014, their wedding took place in the picturesque backyard of Katie’s home. Despite being married for years now, the couple continues to enjoy every moment together, proving that they’re truly in it for the long haul. According to an insider, "They really enjoy each other’s company, and Katie loves having a partner to come home to and have date nights with." The source continued, "Katie and John are so happy!" Their commitment to spending quality time together, whether it’s through annual vacations or simple date nights, shows how much they value their relationship.
Katie’s Journey to Love After Loss
Katie’s journey to finding happiness again wasn’t an easy one. After the tragic loss of her first husband, Jay Monahan, who passed away from colon cancer in 1998, she had to rediscover love and trust in relationships. It was a long and challenging road, but Katie eventually found joy with John. "It took me a long time [to marry again] because I loved being married and I love being married now," Katie told People. "I’m not a solitary person. I like company. And John is so funny." It’s clear that John brings a lot of light and laughter into Katie’s life, making their partnership all the more special.
View this post on InstagramThis is Hawa Mahal, or Palace of Winds, a five story tall building with 365 windows where women from the royal court would hang out, gossip and check out the action on the street below. It was built in 1799 but along with other structures, the reigning maharaja painted the town pink to honor the Prince of Wales (Prince Albert Edward, the eldest son of Queen Victoria) when he visited the city in 1876. The King of Jaipur took it a step further and made it illegal for buildings in the old city to be painted any other color than “Jaipur pink” which is really more of a salmon or terra cotta color. The city is an experience in sensory overload…I tried to capture it in stories but you really have to experience it for yourselves! We are now on to Varanasi! Happy Sunday to all of you from India 🇮🇳!!!! ❤️❤️❤️ #nofilterpermolner #matchymatchy
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How They Met: A Love Story Worth Sharing
Katie and John’s love story began when a mutual friend introduced them. However, things didn’t happen overnight. In fact, Katie recalls "badgering" her friend to get John to call her. Eventually, John mustered up the courage to make the call, and the rest is history. "He finally asked me out, we met at a restaurant, and what can I say? He had me at hello," Katie recalled. It’s moments like these that remind us how even the simplest gestures can lead to something extraordinary.
