Heartbroken ....Does life begin at 50?

[FriendlyUKGuy]

I,m in the UK.
My partner of 20 years decided she doesn't want to be with me anymore.
If I,m honest I,m pretty heartbroken at the min
Concerned I,m too old and my financial status has just been halved.
I live in NW England....and need words of encouragement.
On the plus side I guess I have a clean sheet to find the perfect partner this time?

Thanks for reading

 

[SquishyBits]

*big hug* New beginnings can be scary but also exciting. You have a blank canvas and you can write whatever you damn well please on it!

 

[Dawntenderlee]

I left my husband after 25 years of marriage. I was 45..I am now 63, remarried at 61 & my life just keeps getting better. It's true about making your new life how you want it ♡♡ Love can happen at any age & it feels no different at 53 than it did at 23 ♡♡ Best of wishes in your new future ♡♡

 

[JamesRTickit]

Similar situation

But I was 60.
A year of complete disorientation.
Then I got my bearings and had fun.

Now found the one and remarried

Tough but keep going.
Positive outward looking attitude needed.

 

[KindofHere]

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[FriendlyUKGuy]

Thank you

I must admit I was hesitant about posting here...but so glad I did.....thanks all for the positive messages.
I promise to "man up" lol

 

[Jayw56]

Late to the party

But my take is life begins tomorrow. You get to reinvent yourself, make it a good one

 

[barefootgirl69]

I understand how much you heart is aching, and how you wonder what will happen now, but this is just a new beginning. It is scary, but you are in just the right place to make friends and get your bearings... and one day, meet someone special (not here, but out there is the real world - or maybe here *shrugs*).

Many of us have been in where you are. Even though I asked for my divorce after 20 years, it took me half that long not to be afraid to ask for it. Don't hesitate to live each day for YOU and make it what you have always wanted it to be.

 

[FriendlyUKGuy]

But my take is life begins tomorrow. You get to reinvent yourself, make it a good one

Thanks Jay
I,m on the mend ...some great people here

 

[FriendlyUKGuy]

I understand how much you heart is aching, and how you wonder what will happen now, but this is just a new beginning. It is scary, but you are in just the right place to make friends and get your bearings... and one day, meet someone special (not here, but out there is the real world - or maybe here *shrugs*).

Many of us have been in where you are. Even though I asked for my divorce after 20 years, it took me half that long not to be afraid to ask for it. Don't hesitate to live each day for YOU and make it what you have always wanted it to be.

Thank you barefoot....I have had some great replies....
I intend to reinvent myself after Christmas xxx

 

[barefootgirl69]

Thank you barefoot....I have had some great replies....
I intend to reinvent myself after Christmas xxx

Wishing you all the best.... just keep that 'friendly' part, okay?!

 

[svalentine70]

I was 42 when it all came apart for me, and I have had to move several times since, as I cannot afford to buy and I had been financially too reliant.

It is hard, it will remain hard, but it can be the making of you (and indeed us all) and life may change for the better, you never know.

 

[FriendlyUKGuy]

I was 42 when it all came apart for me, and I have had to move several times since, as I cannot afford to buy and I had been financially too reliant.

It is hard, it will remain hard, but it can be the making of you (and indeed us all) and life may change for the better, you never know.

I expect it to be difficult...though I am prepared to sweat to make it work...I have lots of good things in my life too...of which I became blind to for a while.
I hope you are on the path I wish to take
Thanks

 

[ssremember129]

I,m in the UK.
My partner of 20 years decided she doesn't want to be with me anymore.
If I,m honest I,m pretty heartbroken at the min
Concerned I,m too old and my financial status has just been halved.
I live in NW England....and need words of encouragement.
On the plus side I guess I have a clean sheet to find the perfect partner this time?

Thanks for reading

I spent 30 years with my ex-wife and she did the same thing but I think it was more mutual by then. I hear you on the financial situation but just don't be too eager to rush into another relationship--I'm not sure ones "picker" is any good until a few years out.

 

[FriendlyUKGuy]

Thanks

I spent 30 years with my ex-wife and she did the same thing but I think it was more mutual by then. I hear you on the financial situation but just don't be too eager to rush into another relationship--I'm not sure ones "picker" is any good until a few years out.

Yeah i get what your saying...i have lots to give the right person, so sure it will work out...

 

[ADIDAS00]

Just wanted to say I'm sorry to hear about your situation. I'm sure the tide will turn for you soon. Keep your head up bud

 

[Christobal]

After the initial shock I started noticing my days were more calm and peaceful by myself.

 

[_NCguy]

Quiet isn't it..

That was the first positive thing I noticed, quiet! No one there to argue with, slam doors, act up, wake me up screaming...

Peace and quiet - relish it my friend and plan your new life.

 

[FriendlyUKGuy]

After the initial shock I started noticing my days were more calm and peaceful by myself.

Thanks Chrisobal... i look forward to calm and peace...with some sex through in i hope !! Lol

 

[FriendlyUKGuy]

That was the first positive thing I noticed, quiet! No one there to argue with, slam doors, act up, wake me up screaming...

Peace and quiet - relish it my friend and plan your new life.

Thanks. NC Guy
I am starting to plan now....the possibilities are endless i guess...just need relief until i find that special one

 

[ArthurW]

Well life throughs a curve you get back up. Women and men do this all the time that's why everyone is here. Now you pick yourself up dust yourself off and get back out there. Why is one thing my friend your not dead yet just alone for now. Note the word now. You get to change that. Now let's hear your out scoping out the girls. Best wishes my friend.

 

[Viper09]

Sorry to hear that mate. That sucks. But once you get over it I'm sure you'll embrace your new found freedom. All the best for the future

 

[FriendlyUKGuy]

Well life throughs a curve you get back up. Women and men do this all the time that's why everyone is here. Now you pick yourself up dust yourself off and get back out there. Why is one thing my friend your not dead yet just alone for now. Note the word now. You get to change that. Now let's hear your out scoping out the girls. Best wishes my friend.

Thanks Arthur...wise words...and comforting

 

[FriendlyUKGuy]

Cheers Viper..looking forward to my future now
I hope all is good with you

 

[pfflyerhot]

For your sake...

and mine, I fuckin' hope life begins at 50! I, too... have tons to give to ... I dunno... someone..? Me? Yeah. If anything... me.
Seriously, you're on this dude. No worries.