Before I begin this dating caper, let me say I was fortunate enough to marry a man who supported me in every way possible, as I attempted to move from a shy flower to a beautiful rose. Let me also say one should always remember a beautiful rose has thorns, which may be quite painful. What… Continue reading Dating Seniors: Roses Often Have Thorns
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How We Waste Time Arguing
A man wrote to an advice columnist about a curious happening when his wife of 41 years had a brush with cancer. He noted that suddenly each of them became deaf, dumb and blind to words and actions that would have caused ‘discussions’ before. They found it equally amazing that they became forgetful of… Continue reading How We Waste Time Arguing
Widow’s Anger
The guilt eventually passed. Enjoying the company of friends and laughing seemed almost right. Months had passed. I congratulated myself on how well I handled Bru’s death overall. I moved with my daughter to a new home. Always our first priority had been take care of the children; give them what they need. Wants,… Continue reading Widow’s Anger
Widow – It’s Not So Hard
They lied. It’s not so hard having no reason to get up in the morning. I can stay in bed, under the influence of sleeping tablets and sleep all day. There is no need to think about him because I’ve drugged myself past all that. It’s not so hard feeling free to leave… Continue reading Widow – It’s Not So Hard