10 Famous Couples of a Certain Age Who Make Us Believe In Love
As Valentine’s Day approaches, let’s applaud these celeb twosomes who show us what enduring love really looks like.
“Is This Really How My Marriage Ends?” One Woman Navigates a Trial Separation
Was it his fault? Hers? Both? Neither? She navigates the hard path ahead as 29 years of coupledom unravel—and finds a strange silver lining.
How to Lose a Husband: Saying Goodbye to Your Other Half
Determined to find beauty and meaning as her husband’s health declined, Debbie Phillips came up with a plan. Here, she shares it with NextTribe’s Sheila Weller.
Divorced at Midlife… Now What? Tales From the Trenches of Online Dating (and Some Advice)
“Only sleep with guys who aren’t really right for you.” This is the kind of advice Sherri Eisenberg got when she waded into the online-dating waters.
Coping With Loss During the Holidays: How a Widow Keeps Tradition Alive
After her husband’s death, Lisa Bain struggled to continue their loving, tree-decorating tradition—till a wonderful secret gift gave her strength.
Where Have All the Sex Toys Gone? Long Time Passing
Following her divorce, Annabelle Gurwitch decided to get rid of her stash of sex toys, but she couldn’t just put them in the recycling bin. For starters, what would Stan the neighbor say?
Searching for Hot Sex After 50: Sex 102 Begins at Midlife
Preparing to date again after a long marriage, Sarah Crichton reawakened parts of her brain (and other anatomy) where sexual knowledge and confidence had been in deep storage.
The True Story of How One Woman Reunited With Her High School Sweetheart at Midlife
Doug and Dee Bynum fell in love twice. Once when the world was new and, years later, when age and experience added richness to the romance. It worked for them. Could it also for you?
Holiday Cooking Snafus: What Pearl Onions at Thanksgiving Taught Me About Marriage
What does a traditional T-Day side dish have to do with marriage? Patrice Nicholas shares how food and cooking at this time of year are often freighted with extra emotion and meaning.
4 Reasons to Sell Your Wedding Ring After Divorce
If the decision to divorce has been made: We’re sorry and hope you weather the changes well. But what to do about the jewelry left behind? Sarah Lazzari has some ideas.
If You Think Having a Crush After 50 Is Immature—Think Again
Eavesdrop here on which hotties your fellow NextTribers lust after and find out why midlife crushes are good for your marriage, your soul—and, um, other areas.
Help! My Husband and I Are Fighting Over Politics
Immigration, #MeToo, and more are tearing at this couple. The Answer Queen shares her wisdom about whether—and how—they can find common ground again.
Marrying a Much Younger Man: This May-December Marriage Rocks (Literally)
Yes, her husband is 16 years younger. And a musician. But that doesn’t mean their marriage is what you think. Listen up as Nina Malkin busts some major myths about love with a younger man.
Online Dating Over 50: The Types of Men You’ll Meet As a Midlife Bachelorette
When you’re newly divorced and dating again, jumping into the world of online adventures can be a little intense. Joanna Bennett reports on all the men she’s met along the way.
This Annabelle Gurwitch Story Is Actually Making Us Hot for the Apple Genius Bar
If the thought of hitting the Apple Bar doesn’t exactly turn you on—this in-living-color fantasy called “Autumn Leaves” involving a 26-year-old Genius will change your tune.
Causes of a Rising Midlife Divorce Rate: What’s Behind The Shocking New Epidemic
Why are so many couples our age calling it quits? Here are your answers—and some advice to avoid midlife divorce.
Going the Distance: A 200-Mile Bike Tour Called Marriage
Jeannie Ralston and her husband cycled around Scotland, through rain, sun, and steep hills. Here, she shares the surprising way it helped her understand her 25 years of marriage.
Survey Says: The Age When Women Are Most Desirable on Dating Apps
Online dating and ageism. They go hand in hand. Need proof? This new study says women still in their teen years are considered most desirable. Eeewwww!
First Love Late in Life. Yes, It Happens! Here’s Proof
Can lightning strike on the other side of 50? It sure can. Sherry Amatenstein shares true stories of finding The One.
How to Survive Midlife Divorce (Plus What To Do With That Wedding Ring)
Here Karen Bigman shares the steps she took after divorce. Now she is living-proof of a more fulfilling single life.
