The Process

The Process

This morning, with her, having coffee.

Johnny Cash's description of paradise will leave you longing for something deeper.

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Cole Schafer
Jun 20, 2026
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Johnny Cash was once asked for his definition of paradise.

To which he responded…

“This morning, with her, having coffee.”

He was referring to the love of his life, June Carter Cash, the five-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter.

Johnny asked June to marry him in front of 7,000 people. They were performing a sold-out show in London, Ontario.

After performing one of their hit songs Jackson, Johnny stopped the show, leaned into the microphone and asked…

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