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(Posted by Ron & Gayle)

We were recently interviewed by the relentlessly awesome Dixie Feldman who writes a blog for WETV.Com.  We’ll be sharing the interview in its entirety over the next few weeks.  Enjoy!

What are the benefits and challenges to a M-D marriage?

Gayle: For me one of the best benefits is grandchildren without having had to give birth or raise a pack of teenagers!   I know the family issues can be a challenge, but once you work through them there are just so many benefits.  Our holidays are insane with 4 married children and 12 grandchildren.  We never get to see them enough and that’s a challenge.  But there is never a lack of love and that’s a major benefit.  Let’s not forget that whole great sex thing!  An older man can set the bar pretty darn high.  So the challenge might be that you are ruined for future lovers.  I guess you could always take that knowledge with you, find a younger man, and mentor him – thus leaving the world in better shape than when you found it!

Ron: I’ve mentioned several already.  Their sexual relationship can be both a benefit or a challenge depending upon the age and/or health of the older partner.   Finances can also be a benefit or a challenge.  Many older men are already established in their careers and are financially secure.  On the other hand, many are coming out of divorces that have significantly damaged their financial stability and it may carry over into the new relationship.  Other benefits are the maturity of the older man.  His interest in being an active partner.  His ability to listen better than many younger men.  Challenges are the social stigma that is sometimes attached to these relationships.  Also, the potential for health issues with the older male as the marriage progresses.  Family issues are also often a problem.  Children and parents are sometimes very much against the relationship.

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More of the scoop, the whole scoop, and nothing but the scoop!

(Posted by Ron & Gayle)

We were recently interviewed by the relentlessly awesome Dixie Feldman who writes a blog for WETV.Com.  We’ll be sharing the interview in its entirety over the next few weeks.  Enjoy!

What are the pitfalls of dating someone significantly older than you.  Can the age difference be a liability?

Gayle: He doesn’t know how to text message, can’t find his cell phone most of the time, and doesn’t update his facebook status very often!.  Oh, excuse me, you wanted pitfalls didn’t you?! Generally, there is an adjustment time for your friends and family in the beginning.  They may have lots of negative things to say about his age.  But then, maybe they are just jealous!

Ron: Again, depending on size of the gap, the most obvious pitfall is the real possibility that the older man will die much before the woman.  The older man is often less interested in the more social aspects of his partner’s youth.  He may be more of the stay at home type when she wants to spend time out with their friends.  Problems with the sexual relationship in later years can also be a pitfall.  The older male may become less interested or physically unable to engage in sexual activities at the same level as the younger woman.  However, he’s more likely to find other ways to enjoy a sexual relationship with her.  A serious pitfall can be the effect the relationship has on family relations – both hers and his.  Is it accepted?  How about children from prior marriages?  They can be a real hindrance to the happiness of the couple.  They may not want a stepmother or father and can make things unpleasant. benefits to a woman entering a May December romance?

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Lots, if you are lucky enough to have a classic partner

(Posted by Ron)

My son who has a degree in electrical engineering is back in college.  This time he’s studying the restoration of classic cars.  Yes, you can get such a degree.  If you’ve read my post about being a chemistry experiment you know that I have a cardiologist who seems to be restoring a classic Ron.

Have you seen the movie Gran Torino?  If not, I highly recommend it.  The 1972 Ford Gran Torino in the movie is beautiful.  The 78 year-old director and star, Clint Eastwood, is a classic in his own right. Read the rest of this entry »

More of the scoop, the whole scoop, and nothing but the scoop!

(Posted by Ron & Gayle)

We were recently interviewed by the relentlessly awesome Dixie Feldman who writes a blog for WETV.Com.  We’ll be sharing the interview in its entirety over the next few weeks.  Enjoy!

What are the benefits to a woman entering a May December romance?

Gayle: When you are with an older man his experience is evident in, shall we just say, MANY areas.  There is also a sense of stability that comes with his wisdom.  If you are dating a younger man, you bring experience to the table and it’s fun to have someone youthful with which to share your life.

Ron: In most cases an older man is more mature than the men younger women are used to dating.  Older men are usually more attentive to their younger partner.   They are not as likely to spend a great deal of time with “the boys” and instead are with the woman more.  Depending on their age and health older men are  much more likely to be good sexual partners.  They are more attentive to the woman’s needs and are more likely to stay engaged with the woman after sex as opposed to “rolling over and going to sleep.”

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Whatever it is, I’ll bet we’ll figure it out!

(Posted by Ron)

I learned to type on an ancient Underwood typewriter that weighed a ton.  I had to learn to type smoothly to avoid tangling the keys.  I know, most of you probably have no idea what I’m talking about.  Gayle had a little portable that she used – light and in it’s own case.  Except for it’s size it was little different from my Underwood.  Then came computer technology.  Our first disagreement about technology came when we worked together and were choosing the style of word processor (I know, another historical term) our company would use. Read the rest of this entry »