First time dating a widow

Hi all

I’ve come here for advice really.

I’ve just started dating a lady whos husband has passed away just coming up to 4 years. We’ve been seeing each other fur a few months now. I’ve met all her family and children. They are 19 and 21. We are 51 her and I’m 54.

She still wears her wedding ring and pictures of late hubby are around house.

I’m treading careful here. How should i proceed with things? Anniversaries they had, ring importance etc?

All non judgemental advice welcome.

Peace and love to all.

Dan

I’m in a similar situation and am dating someone who lost their wife 4 years ago. My partner passed away 2 years ago.

All those days will still be important… the birthdays, anniversaries… and eveyone will choose to mark those days in their own way. Ask her about the dates, how she wants to spend the day and be prepared to give her a bit of space if she wants that, and be there if she’d like to share the day with you.

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Thankyou and good advice.

It’s not easy… but talking is the way though.

I’d never ask him to take his ring off, I find all the photos difficult sometimes but again, it’s his home and his wife will always be a part of him.

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Should i approach her and ask how she deals with things re her late hubby?

I think that would be a very thoughtful thing to do. Let her know you understand it might be difficult for her.

She might want to be alone, she might want you to be around. Asking gently is a good idea, then you’ll know for certain.

I hope it all goes well :purple_heart:

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Hi Dan.i started chatting to a lady actually on this site we both had lost our partners within a month,we both had so much in common we decided to meet and there was a spark and things have progressed considerably,we talk about everything no holds barred, we both still wear rings, had several holidays together and are very happy, the best of luck to you and your lady.

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Hi Ron

I did read your story and sounds like you’ve found a match. Thankyou for your reply.

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