As we get older and wiser, online dating should get easier, but I’m not sure it ever
really does. If you’re a senior (65 or older), this book may be particularly
useful to figure out what’s changed and what’s the same old story.
If you’re divorced, it’s a good idea to keep your kids in the dark for as long as
possible. Don’t wait until the wedding or the funeral, but reading the section
on single parent dating applies regardless of the age of the “child.”
If you’re widowed, don’t be surprised to find your offspring fairly resistant to a
new date. When it comes to our parents, we’re kinda frozen in amber.
If you’ve never been married, ask yourself why not and what you’re looking
for now (see Part I for information on how to find out about yourself and
what you want).
There are several huge advantages to senior dating:
Women don’t have to worry about getting pregnant.
Men don’t have to worry about borrowing the family car.
You don’t have to ask your parents what time you have to be home
(although you may end up answering to your kids).
You don’t have to worry about your braces locking when you kiss
(although you may have to worry about your canes knocking).
Long-term commitment has a whole different meaning.
You can shop together for eternal housing — a really long-term
commitment.
You don’t have to worry what religion to raise the kids in.