Love in Later Life
I had been married twice and divorced twice. After that, I decided two marriages were enough. So, I lived happily on my own for 20 years. I firmly swore that no one would ever move in with me, and I would never move in with anyone else. As for getting married again – absolutely not. But last year, I married someone I had known for 37 years.
I’m truly amazed. The little things he does for me clearly show his love. I’ve given him my favorite armchair to sit in. Every morning, he brings me tea in bed. I cook his favorite meals for him, even though I know it might make me gain weight.
I’ll watch (or at least tolerate) something he wants to see on TV, and he’ll patiently sit through all the medical shows I like. We say “I love you” to each other every day, and we really mean it. When I’m driving somewhere and thinking about him, I find myself smiling. At the age of 75, love is wonderful for me. I’ve found a sense of security that I never realized I needed. Life is great.
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Love, real love, is a rare and beautiful thing that should be cherished and must be cultivated. You definitely can find love in old age, but many people don’t because they impose restrictions on themselves and others.
I’ve heard men say they’re too old to fall in love. I’m sure there are women who think the same. Well, as we sometimes say where I’m from, that’s nonsense. You’re never too old to fall in love. You might be too stubborn, but not too old.
Love at any age generally follows the same pattern. There’s the initial stage of attraction and curiosity, the intense passion, the firm commitment, and the deep respect. And sometimes, if you’re extremely lucky, all these elements come together at once. This is what love is all about, and age has no bearing on it.