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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Musicman · 61-69, MVIP

You are at least lucky that you have a daughter. We couldn't have children. Both my wife and I are only children. Our parents are gone. She is six years older than me and handicapped. The odds of her outliving me are not good.

WintaTheAngle · 41-45, M

@Musicman I’m very aware of how luck I have. It’s just a nagging thought that wont let go.

Musicman · 61-69, MVIP

@WintaTheAngle When I go there will be no one. I will probably be at the mercy of some old age facility.