Do Senior aged (over 50 yo) people still look out for a partner or are they happily single forever?

I have been divorced for 8 years... I loved my past partner very much but got cheated then very hurt. It took me time to overcome my pain. Relatives and friends advised me to not stay single, to move ahead and find myself a new partner. I hesitated for more than a year, then decided to try a senior dating website that my aunt recommended. Life is sometimes so strange, because in 2 months I met my actual partner! Now I really feel REBORN and happy.

I was 39 when I became alone. Married for 20 yrs. I was told my chances of getting killed by

a terrorist were greater than my chances of getting married. Seems like

everything possible was done to make me repellant. I had no baggage, was

willing, moved all over. No such luck. A few rounds with terrorists of a sort.

I didn't look too bad then, got in shape.

No such luck. Look terrible, feel terrible now. Feel like a terrorist.

However, if you are taking orders, here is what is the ideal: MAN. SOMEWHERE BETWEEN 50 AND ..70.ROMANCE. ABLE. Kind, caring, generous, loving, affectionate, tolerant, moral, Christian, money.

Sober, straight. Taller than I. Not too awfully fat. Wants to be healthy.

Non smoker. Occasional glass of wine, or beer ok, unless he has a problem.

Not hideously ugly. Bathe daily.Brush teeth at least once a day. Can TALK, ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL CAN TALK AND SPEAK MIND. I am trying ot not swear. That would be nice.i have accidents. Trying to quit. Kind.Not mean, not abusive.

Shave daily, beard ok. Nose hair, ear hair ok. Little belly ok. We can walk and exercise together.

Brush teeth daily. Use spoon, fork. Not domineering, contolling.

Faithful, LOYAL, LOYAL. HUMOR. Not clown, but humor.

Romantic. Like music. I like music, musician..plus factorLike kids.

I have grandkids. LIKE PRIVACY. DISCRETION. I am very touchy about that. No sex without marriage. I am a Christian believer. I am serious.

I said health minded,not a hypochondriac. I have health problems and could recover probably, unless I am terminal. At this time, I don't see any way.

So....this is a silly letter. ANYWAY..thanks for the chance to express

my sense of humor.

I have a deep seated fear of rejection.

All my boyfriends before marriage were double dates and set ups but one disastrous.

I never had the slightest idea and still do not

of how to go about this. I do not chase men a nd I am old fashioned.

So.....that is that..... Add all the rest, adds up to alone not married..I also like to be me,

i expect to change no one, or vice versa.

That is it.

Well. I said that was ideal. You know how that is.

Romance takes time. I don't like being pushed.

So..... that is why I am not married. LOL.

The "wants" are relative of course, money and beauty are in the eyes of the beholder.

Since you can't generalize an entire group of people who are diversified in their thinking, no one can

answer for the group in question. Many spouses left single by the absence of their former wives or husbands, may choose to remain single and do as they want, without having to compromise in living with someone.

Many choose to remain single due to not wanting anyone to take the place of their dearly departed spouses.

And there are a slim few, who would like to have companionship by another, if they haven't any family near them, and they are lonely. So they might appreciate someone to serve as an escort and a confidant, and share their company.

None of my family ever remarried. They remained widowed and single until they too passed. But they were not lonely with their children nearby. So that makes a big difference. I have two sisters who never married. And they barely dated when young. They are very settled in their ways now, and I doubt they would let themselves be put into a situation where they could be approached by a single man. And when they go out for dinner, they go with each other, or another female friend. And they are quite happy with the status quo. So it depends on the individual, how badly they want or

need a companion to share their lives with. And some just get a dog!

I'm over 50 and single, have been for 17 years. I would love to find a partner to share the rest of my life with

I think the wave of the future for those who are widowed or divorced will be having a live in relationship. The reason is that marriage often works against married folks with regards to benefits. Most people if they are fortunate to find a compatible soul, enjoy having a relationship with another. Of course, there are those who prefer to be alone but, in my opinion they are the minority.

Happy with my life as a single man who will turn 69 in a couple of days. Never married, have only met one person who I gave any serious thought to getting married to. Maybe in a couple of years, if I feel that I am old enough to take such a serious step, I will give it some thought. Never lonely - Two wonderful sons and some 8 grandchildren.

I was 50 when my husband walked out on me for "the other woman". I was angry at men for a long

time, but I tried to meet somebody, because I had really liked being married, Never met anyone I could stand for more than a couple of dates. I alternated between giving up on meeting anyone, and trying again. I tried EVERYTHING: ads, asking friends, single groups, etc. I felt like a dud. Retired to Florida, hate to tell you how old I am now, but I had MORE dates and MORE men interested in me after I retired at 65 than I ever did before. Then---an adorable guy, ten years younger than I moved in right next door--and bingo! Three years now and counting, and I have never been happier.

That's what I want to say--it's never too late.

I have never married.

I believe that people who've never married 'look out' for a partner less than someone who has already been married or in a long term relationship.

Being single has the advantage of doing what you want, with who and when. You only have to think of yourself and do not have to compromise. I know this sounds a little egoistical but it is a freedom.

I met mine on Yahoo Personals when I was 64 - three years ago.

I am glad I did. We have our ups and down, just like any other

couple, but at our age we can 'get over it' faster and still be content.

If I had been single all my life, I think I would rather choose a

really good friend that I have had for a long time and move in

together with them.

Yes at 50, under any of the conditions you mention, "I would consider a lifetime commitment" with someone like myself. Down to earth person with a good personality,would be a starter, we just may click from there. We would do a lot of communicating that's for sure before we changed our present status. A real turn off from day one would be body oder or bad breath.~~

I married my childhood crush 10 yrs. after I first met him. It hasn't all been perfect but we kept working at it. We are today married almost 57 yrs. and no couple is happier or more dedicated to one another then we are. I wouldn't trade anything for my journey now that we both have Christ in our lives. That makes the difference.