Readers response: What advice would you give to seniors looking to start a new relationship?
When entering the dating world, there are always nerves, expectations and excitement at any age.
But when it comes to dating and starting new relationships in your senior years, priorities can be skewed, and meeting someone can be nerve-wracking.
We asked our readers what advice they would you give to seniors looking to start a new relationship, and the response was overwhelming. Here's what they said.
Judy Chappell - Don’t! Nothing better than independence & freedom late in life after 63 years married. I have my kids, grandkids, great grandies & great friends that’s enough for me. Don’t need another male around.
Jan Heggie - If it feels right, do it. If it doesn’t feel right after a while, leave. Life is too short to not enjoy it.
Karen Simpson Nikakis - Put legals in place to protect your assets, do not cohabit or marry, and split all bills.
Lois Hone - Be true to yourself. Choose someone who completes you, the one person you feel you can’t live without. The one person, who makes you smile, laugh and is still there when you are sad and hurt and wants to support you. Oh and if they like to cook and clean as well, go for it!
Julie Fauser - Live each in your own home.
Marilyn Langelaar - Do not compare to previous partner.
Janet Olsson - Be careful. Don't rush into anything.
Lynn Dilley - Just go for it if you are happy and feel safe, but keep your money and documents to yourself.
Merle Finlayson - Go for it! It’s never too late.
Margot R McCamley - Enjoy the relationship, but there are always buts so tread carefully. Think it through thoroughly, but don't dismiss it as folly.
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