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Dating at Midlife/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer questions from other mid-lifers about finding a committed partner, especially online.
Experience in the area
I am 59, divorced for over 10 years, and spent 8 years looking for a partner. I tried many online dating sites, made a lot of mistakes, dated many men and am currently (finally) in a very satisfying committed relationship. I am not a psychologist, but I think the insights that I have gained from my experience could be helpful to other midlife singles.
Education/Credentials
PhD, but it has nothing to do with midlife dating!
What do you like about this subject?
I am amazed at the difference between dating when I was 20 something and jumping back into the dating pool in my 50s. I certainly like to think that I am "older but wiser."
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Mike S. | 10/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Jeanne, Thank you so much for your ..... |
| Brent | 03/25/09 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 10 | Hi Jeanne, I really appreciate the time ..... |
| Daria | 01/17/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank You so much Jeanne for responding ..... |
| Angela | 10/24/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for confirming what my gut ..... |
| Lori | 10/17/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you Jeanne! I appreciate your time! ..... |
Recent Answers from Jeanne
2009-06-05 question:
I don't see any problem at all from a moral perspective, if that's what you mean. However, on a practical level, both spouses need to be willing to put in the extra work that such differences may require
2009-05-13 confused at 51:
Hi again - I guess I misinterpreted your intentions, I think because you said you care deeply for this man. But anyway, if you are just looking for a fun relationship, I would say go for it. As to
2009-05-12 confused at 51:
Hi, Jane - I don't want to be negative, but in my 8 years of dating after my divorce, I really learned to avoid men who had never been married. If they have gone this long without ever making a commitment
2009-05-08 Online dating:
Hi, Donna - Sorry for my delay in responding. First of all, I certainly can sympathize with you. I did online dating for 8 years before meeting my partner (we're living together, but not married
2009-01-17 Future in-laws?:
Hi, Daria - I understand your situation. Your family is very important to you. I think this is the way it should be. There is no reason to be ashamed of them just because they don't speak English
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