"My wife died in December and I am in the same house we lived in for 29 years. For some reason I am very comfortable here. I don’t feel the need to move. There are memories here but they don’t weigh me down. I think I would be as…"
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After Losing A Spouse, Finding A Different Kind Of Happiness
Started this discussion. Last reply by allmyheart Mar 22. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I found this story on NPR.I just read the story, I haven’t listened to the recording yet.I thought others might find it helpful. …Continue
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Athena53 replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"Well, the second meeting went well and, again, no word from him. I gave it almost a week, suggested a couple of days to meet again and.... nothing. Very weird. It's certainly his prerogative to decide he's not interested…"
Barzan replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"Athena, I had DeSotos in my life. Wonder what match I'd get. LOL (Husband had a collection of 3)
Good luck and let us know how #2 went. Happy for you."
Athena53 replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"Woo-hoo! I got a second date! I sent him a friendly note saying I hadn't heard form him in awhile and was he interested in meeting for coffee again Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday of next week. I even offered him an easy…"
LostandSad replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"Athena,
I'm glad your coffee meeting went relatively well. That's so awesome..... now we'll see if it's meant to be....."
Mike replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"I am glad you had a good experience. It gives me some hope. Whatever happens there are nice people out there and you learned it’s something you can do. Next time will be easier. "
Barzan replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"Good for you Athena. Dating again is like riding a bike - but with the training wheels on. It does feel awkward. I have to remind myself not to make comparisons because there was no one like my husband. Hope he contacts…"
Athena53 replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"A hopeful update- yesterday I had coffee with a guy I met on Match.com. He looked like his pictures. We had a great discussion. I don't' think he was an axe-murderer. I think he was interested enough in me to get…"
LostandSad replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"I'm so sorry for all of us too. It's a way of life I never imagined. Ever. I thought we'd grow old together. Miss so many things, coffee in the morning, just something as simple as watching a movie together. My family is…"
Mike replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"LostansSad, I’m not sure I’m ready to do any of this yet and I would also be a nervous wreck. I have not dated for over thirty years. I’m not going to let that stop me if I ever am ever ready to date again. I have had to do so…"
LostandSad replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"I have never tried them. I was with my husband since I was in my 20's and never even really "dated" anyone. I would be a nervous wreck. I do wish though, at times, I had someone to have a dinner with, someone nice to talk…"
Barzan replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"Mike, I hope you have a successful experience. The sleazy guys give these sites a bad name. Since we know you to be sincere and a nice guy, I hope a nice lady will make a good match with you. No one will ever as perfect as your…"
Mike replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"Thanks Athena, I appreciate it. "
Athena53 replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"Mike, can I add a few suggestions on your profile, wherever it is? First, make sure most of your pictures are relaxed and smiling. Include more than one picture and at least one that shows your full body. (I saw a profile on…"
Mike replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"I want to thank everyone who replied. I’m not sure I am ready to date yet but have not had many opportunities to meet anyone in the “traditional” ways. I was curious as to how people felt about using dating apps. Obviously people…"
Shoosie2 replied to Mike's discussion Dating in the group Born in the 50s
"Mike, If I'm not mistaken, you live in a rural area, like I do. I remember some of your earlier posts about finding others who share same interests, etc, and when Meetup.com was mentioned, you said that there was nothing close by. Well, to the…"
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Euphemisms for death
Posted on July 9, 2018 at 8:15am 5 Comments 1 Like
I posted this elsewhere but thought I would post it here too.
I have found in talking to others and also in this group that many people don’t like to use the word died or death or dying. They tend to use euphemisms like “passed”, “passed away” or “passed on”. I always say my wife died or she is dead. I found this article particularly interesting in discussing why people do this, especially the part about explaining death to…
Continue Number of widows vs.. widowers.
Posted on February 28, 2018 at 12:55pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
I found this online.
I’m not sure of the accuracy but it was all I could find.
It indicates that the number of widows vs. widowers is almost 4 to 1.
Just out of curiosity does anyone know if that is reflective of the this site’s membership?…
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- At 6:41am on March 16, 2018,
JonsQueen said… Thanks for the ad Mike. I’m really not sure how to use this site..it will take me some time to figure it out I’m sure. I’m more used to Facebook.
- At 10:15am on January 14, 2018,
Dianne in Nevada said… Welcome to Widville, Mike. I'm so sorry for your loss, but pleased you found us. You’ll find caring support and friendship here.
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