One of my greatest fears is outliving my wife. I think this comes from the first 2mins of the film Up.

Society and public services aren’t kind to lonely old men. And by then my daughters will be busy having adventures of their own.

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Docdon23 · M

In fact this happened to me last year--my wife of 42 years passed away after a long illness. Life is different now! Sadly, unless you die together in an accident this is what happens as we get older. But it is never easy.

WintaTheAngle · 41-45, M

@Docdon23 I can’t imagine, but what I can chills me to the bone. Wishing you well.

Docdon23 · M

@WintaTheAngle Thank you. I try to remember the good times and move forward. I am fortunate that I have kids and grand kids to love.

Ferric67 · M

@Docdon23 my condolences