Dating Advice

Dear Debra, I really like a guy that is part of the local senior center. He lost his wife a year ago and I lost my husband about the same time. He doesn’t seem to even notice me and I don’t want to be forward, but I would like to get to know him more. Any suggestions? Regards, Monica, East Providence Dear Monica, It’s hard when you … [Read more...] about How do I get his attention?

Dear Debra, I have been dating a widower for the last six months and although I really like him, I see red flags in the relationship. He still talks a lot about his late wife and he has pictures all over the house of her. What should I do? Perplexed In Barrington Bonnie Dear Bonnie, Thank you for reaching out to me to discuss your new … [Read more...] about Six months in he still talks a LOT about his late wife…

Dear Debra: I was wondering if you could give me some guidance about Samuel. Yes, I met Samuel online. OKCUPID. I had been on the site for a while and then a few weeks ago, I decided to pay the $15 dollars a month so I could get the messages that were sent. And lo and behold, Samuel had written to me in October of 2019. Something like...(my … [Read more...] about Chase him till he catches you!

Dear Debra, "I started dating an amazing lady one month ago and now with the social distancing, I am not able to see her. I am so upset about this and quite honestly a bit depressed. We are both retired, so we have alot of time on our hands. Please give me some ideas on what I can do to maintain my relationship with my new lady during this … [Read more...] about I’m upset about social distancing and what it’s doing to my relationship.

Dear Debra, I have just started dating after many years and quite honestly, I do not know how to flirt. Can you give me some advice to let the man I am dating know that I am interested in him. Any juicy tidbits are appreciated! Laura - Warren, RI Dear Laura, Thank you for asking this question. So many ladies think about this and … [Read more...] about How do I flirt?

Dear Debra, I am a little embarrassed to ask you this question, but it’s an important one to me. I am a widow who was married for 45 years and my late husband passed away two years ago. I met a wonderful man and we have been casually dating for six months. It is becoming very apparent to me that he wants to bring the relationship to the next … [Read more...] about Intimacy with a new man after 45 years with another…

Dear Debra, My wife always picked out my clothes and now that she is gone....honestly I am lost! I want to start casually dating but I don't where to begin to pick out an outfit that is considered smart casual. Thanks for your help and advice. Bill - Little Compton, RI Hello Bill, Thank you for sharing your vulnerabilities with me! … [Read more...] about How do I pick out my clothes for a date?

Dear Debra, I am recently divorced and I am starting to go out on the weekends. I know a lot of women like to dance and I feel like I have two left feet! Can you help me? Elliott- Barrington, RI Hello Elliott, Thank you for reaching out to me. I really like that you are starting to so socialize after your divorce. It is very important … [Read more...] about Divorced and ready to go out! What do I do?