Posted on 03/14/2024 7:16:41 AM PDT by CMS
I suspect that’s what I would do.
Well said. Hubby and I have been married 43 years and counting. At this point, I would feel naked without my wedding band.
I posted that my husband and I hit our 43rd anniversary in January of this year. I’m beginning to think that, perhaps, how long the couple have been married may make a difference in the ring staying on or off.
whatever your feeling like doing is natural. Some widows/widowers wear them forever. Some wake up one day and take it off. There is no “normal.”
Could be, and it could also depend on the circumstances. If my marriage had ended because of divorce or some disagreement, I would not be wearing it. As it is, yes, there might be a void in my life, but I am not looking for someone to replace my wife. Someday I will see her again.
Entirely up to you.
My wife died Sep 12, 2019 - and I’m still wearing the wedding ring, on my ring finger.
Feel naked without it.
After reading these posts a thought hit me.
First, do what is comfortable for you. You don’t have to conform to anyone’s thoughts on this…at all.
Second, what struck me is that as a younger man it is quite possible that you might meet someone in the future. I understand it’s unthinkable today, but you have a lot of time left.
So let’s say you meet a person that you have some interest in. They will either ask you directly, or ask around and find out you are widowed. I cannot imagine a woman worth having a relationship with who would not find your devotion a major display of character. They would think, “That’s the kind of man I wish I could find!”
I get your reasoning. I think it’s a sign of character. Good character.
We were married for 16 years
You don’t need more children, but you Probably will want a good, decent companion to go thru the rest of your life. Being Lonely is terrible.
You love your wife, wherever she is today.
Absolutely normal.
I work nights. unfortunately nothing they have supports my schedule
My wife, Freeper Madame DuFarge, also died in November after 56 years of marriage. I have her wedding ring on my left pinky where it will stay until I die.
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