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    Redland
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    I am a widow for a few years. During that time I’ve dated a few men. One is someone I’ve know through friends for 30 years. I met him at a friends wedding a few years ago and other than a brief break have been dating him since. He is totally in love with me, treats me great, is family oriented and good personality. Problem is he has very limited resources since he lost his business some years back and is almost 64 years old. I’m a few years younger and very financially sound (have money saved and earn a good income). I’m concerned that given the disparity in finances at this age I’ll need to really compromise my lifestyle to be with him including holding off travel, type of home I live in and waiting for him to retire at a later date than me. He has very little money saved and works but only earns a modest income. Should I stay or should I leave since I do love him?

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    AskApril Masini
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    Decide what you want. 😉 Do you want to get married? Live together? Date from different homes? Are you looking for someone who’s financially compatible enough to travel and enjoy entertainment that requires a particular budget? And if so, is that a deal breaker for you? (It sounds like it might be, but you haven’t spent enough time deciding the answer.) If you want to remarry, there are some obvious issues here and possible deal breakers. If you want to date, then you can do so — but he won’t be able to travel as you will. If you want to play the field a little longer and see if there’s anyone out there who’s better matched to you, then you should do so. Since I don’t hear a ticking clock in your questions, take your time and figure out what you want, and when you do, if he fits the bill. Just because he’s in love with you doesn’t mean you’re a match. And just because you’re incompatible for marriage doesn’t mean you can’t see each other monthly while you play the field.

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