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Originally Posted by grannyshirl We know of a couple that never wanted children. She and her DH were very close and and happy with just each other. They were very happy for years and then he died. Shortly after that she was lonely.
She always complains to relatives about being alone and always says "but you have your children." 
Well she NEVER wanted any , but when she was old then she regretted it!  (she is 90 now and alone) |
That is sad. I can understand why she would be feeling lonely without her partner and think that if she'd had children, it may be different. However, I've known plenty of people who are older with grown children and are still lonely because their children don't visit or appreciate them. Since she is 90, who knows...she could have outlived a child and still be in a lonely place. I'm sure most people who lose a spouse would feel lonely regardless of their family situation.
Debby