Comments for Relationships > It Is The Best Of Times, It Is The Worst Of Times

Terrific blog with great insight.  As someone who has always prided himself on being able to take care of others and pick up a tab, I am now wondering if the women I meet have the sensitivity to understand how these times have changed mens\' cirlovestances, particularly in our age group.  When I am asked if I own my own home (or rent) or what I drive, I instinctively know that I have met someone who probably doesn\'t have much comprear endion for the cirlovestances you describe.  In my case I am very fortunate except that I do not know how long my nest egg will need to last me.  If I knew I would die next year I could be extravagant but if it needs to last til I\'m 90 I need to make the sort of choices you describe here.  And you\'re exactly right, those relationships that can flourish in this environment are the richest and most meaningful.

Comment added by bunzel on 2010-06-12 20:23:27