Dating after 40 and Beyond

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Online Profile Tips for Mature Women- A Guy’s Perspective

I hope you’re online, especially now with COVID 19. Today I’m giving you online profile tips for mature women (like you!) who are looking for a real grownup man. These tips come directly from a… Read more

Does Depending on a Man Scare You?

This week the USA celebrates its Independence Day. That was a day I used to celebrate for myself every day: INDEPENDENCE! Now, after 14 years of being married to a man who values my independence… Read more

How Your Mature Femininity Can Save the World

In the wake of this past Mother’s day, I wrote a very personal message to the women on my mailing list about how to embrace your incredibly powerful mature femininity. (If you’re not yet on… Read more

Men and commitment

Attract Good Men: Show You Need Them

Needy women attract good men.  Low-maintenance women attract jerks…or no men at all. Is this counter to what you’ve always thought? Did you think that the less you expected from a man, the more he’d… Read more

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Don’t Use the COVID-19 Virus as an Excuse to Stop Dating and Looking for Love

Yes, the Coronavirus threat is real, but don’t use it as an excuse to stop dating…NOW is when we need love the most! As a woman who married for the first time at age 47,… Read more

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How to Survive Valentine’s Day as a Newly Single Woman, According to a Breakup Coach

I know it’s daunting to think about how you’re going to survive Valentine’s Day as a newly single woman. I’ve asked Nancy Deen, my friend who happens to be an expert breakup coach, to help… Read more

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What Do Mature Men Want from Women

When it comes to choosing a forever partner, what do mature men want from women?  As always, I’m talking about Good Grownup Men. What these guys are looking for in a forever partner is different… Read more

When you know He is the one

When Is It Safe to Feel Hopeful He Is the One

You’re dating someone and you adore him. He says he’s right there with you. And acts like it. Damn, it FEELS GOOD. It’s also SCARY. How do you know when it’s okay to feel SAFE and HOPEFUL with a new guy…to know he is The One??

Should I Pay Attention to Chemistry? As a Mature Dater, Hell Yes!

It’s your first or second date and you’re really digging a guy. You’re feeling those butterflies. Should you pay attention to the CHEMISTRY?

If you’re looking for a loving, committed, lifetime partner but keep picking players, narcissists, or non-committals…the clear answer is NO!  Chemistry is your enemy!

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How To Get What You Want From Men (So You Can Both Be Happy)

If you don’t ask…you don’t get. This is one of my Dad’s favorite lines and I think the key to being happy with men. Dad’s premise was that it is your responsibility to state what… Read more