Remarriage, elderly, step parenting guide from marriage management expert
Marriage management expert says by the time a married person reaches his seventies or eighties, he normally has a large extended family. This will be comprised of children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and their respective spouses and in-laws. When an elderly person’s partner dies and the surviving partner remarries, the effective size of the family can double. This can lead to complications and decisions about everything from birthday parties and Christmas to provisions in wills.
Practical Help for Dealing With Reminders of Previous Partners
Marriage management expert adds that when she enters an elderly couple’s family home, there is normally a strong presence of family photos and mementos on display. When remarrying, this is an area that will need to be discussed. Wil...