Over 50 Dating Blog Posts

Today’s post is written by Jill Teitelman, the author of Saving Gracie. The novel, Saving Gracie, is a story of dating, love and  loss. The book has the feel of a memoir and is taken from the author’s life. I think you’ll be able t...

I’ve been pondered the dating game after a weekend at CatalystCon, a conference designed to spark open conversation about sexuality. There was much conversation about open relationships/marriages, which led me to think about my previous dating beha...

I often have readers ask for tips on how to dress for that first or second date.  What should I wear that shows me off to my best advantage and feels right for the situation? What about when you’ve had a few dates and want to convey your inter...

It’s time to answer your dating questions today: A reader sent in a question asking me how quickly people should start dating after a divorce.  There are so many variables, unique to each individual case, so I’m breaking the question int...

Dating and the holiday! Oh boy. I wrote recently about tips for dating during the holidays, but what if you’re not dating anyone?  You can create a satisfying holiday experience as a single woman. As you may remember I decided to take a break...

 Do you have special memories of that first kiss? I have written about that first kiss so many times. To me, a man’s kiss is indicative of his approach to lovemaking. Will he be slow and gentle, exploring tentatively as the two of you learn ea...

I’ve hit the pause button on my online dating life. Believe me, I spent some time wondering about the validity of my dating advice when I can’t find someone I really want to date. But the truth is that I didn’t find a man who exci...

Dear Diva, I’m a woman (age 36) who’s father has been a widow for 5 years now and won’t get over my mother with whom he was married to for over 35 years and he won’t get back on the dating scene, even though he’s the mos...

Who in their right mind would actively seek out a married man or woman as a potential partner? Assuming you’re shaking your head now, let’s talk about people who lie about their status on online dating sites. And, how to detect them. I...

What to wear on a date seems to be as pressing a topic those of us over 50 as it is for our more youthful counterparts. We assume that it’s mostly women obsessing over clothes, but men have issues as well. There is no one-size-fits-all answer f...

If I could just offer you just one tip about your online dating profile it would be: Check your spelling! The online profile is your first and often only shot at attracting someone’s attention. It’s like the big interview. This is the mom...

Haven’t we all experienced the Awkward First Date? Those dreadful silences, the near-interruptions as you both begin to talk at the same time. The comments you wish you could take back. The fumbles, mis-starts.  It’s part of dating. And...

“Marriage was never in my plans and I’ve always thought that was fine. Not everybody agrees, though. When I’m taking to people-usually women-and they learn I’ve never been married, some of them look at me with pity.” Wit...

Chemistry a : a strong mutual attraction, attachment, or sympathy <they have a special chemistry> b : interaction between people working together; specifically : such interaction when harmonious or effective <a team lacking chemistry>...

I was invited to guest post at 40 Plus Woman this week. Normally I write for an audience of 50 plus women and men, I think some dating truths are universal. The basics of meeting a partner, sustaining a relationship and contemplating the first sexual...

No, not that kind of quickie. I want you to take a few minutes to review your online dating profile. Here’s the best way to view it–go online and set your search criterion to look for women, if you’re female and male if you’re...

I had a coffee date last week with a man I met through an online dating site. I thought it went very well–we had an steady flow of conversation that was interesting and easy. We laughed a little and shared stories. I left feeling comfortable wi...

The online dating profile photo is your best showcase of who you are. It’s the first thing a person sees as he cruises through the list of profiles. Use it to your advantage. Think like a marketing expert. The photo is your chance to enhance yo...

Are you alone? Are you lonely? It’s quite possible and natural to be alone at times. Maybe you intentionally live alone–that doesn’t necessarily mean that you feel lonely. The other day I ran into an acquaintance at the local coffee...

As I shared with you in a post back in April,  I’ve started a new venture, The Diva of Dating. I love talking about dating and sexuality for the over 50 crowd. To promote my new blog I’m spending time on Twitter and Facebook connecting w...