This Valentine’s Day, we spoke with seniors about what they look for in a partner, the qualities that matter most in a lasting relationship, and the lessons they’ve learned through decades of love, loss, and companionship.
Brenda Elizondo is an audience engagement fellow at the Los Angeles Times. She was previously a video content creator and reporter for L.A. Times Food and De Los, the Latinidad section. She received her bachelor’s degree in communications from Cal State Fullerton.