Relationships

Join the Relationship conversation! BA50s are dealing with all kinds of relationships: we are married after 50, divorced after 50, puzzling over sexless marriage or rekindling our love lives at midlife; sandwiched in between our aging parents and our adult kids, becoming grandparents and so much more. Not to mention how we are relating to ourselves in this unique stage of life.

“I Cannot Tell a Lie,” Said No Wife…Ever

Vikki ClaflinMay 2, 2017

"No thanks. I don't want dessert..."...

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You Would Think I Had Written That I Was Rejoicing That My Mom Was Dead…

Ronna BenjaminMay 2, 2017

The feedback was really intense from my article about my appreciation for how my mother died....

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How My Magical Thinking Keeps My Husband’s Late Wife Alive

Carmelene SianiApril 27, 2017

I was living the life that she had wanted to be living, the one she had paid all the membership dues on and that she had looked forward to....

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Do I Stay Or Do I Go: Considering The Empty Nest Marriage

BA50 TalkersApril 27, 2017

Seven months before our last child was to leave for college, my husband asked the most difficult question empty-nesters can face......

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Your Relationship With Your Mother: Is It Time To Extend The Olive Branch?

Jill EbsteinApril 27, 2017

I learned that it is never too late to find gratitude, even when it involves turning a lesson on its head as a “not to.” ...

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Entertaining Myself On My Husband’s Business Trip

Sharon KurtzmanApril 25, 2017

I started saying Yes to going on business trips with my husband but basically I was alone on those trips....

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Coping With Grief: Thank You Sheryl Sandberg For Your New Book “Option B”

Felice ShapiroApril 25, 2017

I wish I'd had Sheryl's book after the loss of my husband. She is a guiding light for those of us who have experienced loss....

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The Greatest Gift My Mom Gave Me: Dying Before Becoming “A Burden”

Ronna BenjaminApril 25, 2017

I don't have a mom or a dad, and in many ways, although I realize it is politically incorrect to say so, it is very freeing....

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It’s Time To Write Your Obituary

Barbara WassermanApril 25, 2017

When I read over my obituary I realized there were big gaps that I needed to work on......

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My License Picture After 50 Looks Like Resting Bitch Face

Michelle CombsApril 25, 2017

I had to retake the photo three times and still it looks awful......

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NYT’s Editorial: Sheryl Sandberg Talks About Building Resilient Kids After a Loss

feliceApril 24, 2017

You will want to email this to everyone you know who has kids....

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Talking Openly About My Panic Disorder

Dr. Margaret RutherfordApril 20, 2017

I’m not ashamed of my vulnerability. If I can help one person who hides their struggle, then reveal I will....

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Signs of Love From Family Who Have Passed On

Patricia CobbApril 20, 2017

She was speaking to me from the world beyond, sending me a message that she was watching over me and lending her support and love......

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What Will It Take To Complete My Divorce With Peace, Ease And Gratitude?

Suzanne RockApril 20, 2017

I could spend days, months and years making him wrong for all the things "he didn’t do" but the truth is there’s no power in that....

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My New Favorite Game: Made Up Words With Friends

Ronna BenjaminApril 18, 2017

Wouldn't it be great if we had a word for the state of being constipated for an entire week during vacation?...

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Is It Worth Sacrificing Your Children To Win?

Felice ShapiroApril 18, 2017

The boy’s eyes were filled with tears and shock. His mom gave his head a little dismissive pat......

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5 Questions That Will Make You Happier And More Successful: Best Graduation Video

BA50 TalkersApril 17, 2017

This amazing graduation speech by Dean James Ryan from the Harvard Graduate School of Education is worth every minute of this 7 minute video...

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Do Your Laundry Or You Will Die Alone

Becky BladesApril 15, 2017

Advice Your Mom Would Give if She Thought You Were Listening....

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Enjoy The Beach With ANY Body Type

Gina BarrecaApril 14, 2017

Instead of tsk-tsking in a sanctimonious whisper, "Whoever told her she'd look good in THAT?" we could think, "There's somebody who enjoys her food! I wanna sit next to her!"...

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On My 50 Birthday I Decided To End My Relationship

Nancy LowellApril 13, 2017

“This is your 50th birthday, if you can’t enjoy it there is something seriously wrong with you,” he said. On this, we agreed, but I was going to change that....

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