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reader, old_moses  +, writes (21 May 2010):
old_moses is verified as being by the original poster of the question Maybe in a while, when she's sure she can trust me. She's had some bad experiences. Mean while, we're really happy. We've got 40 years to talk about.
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reader, boo22  +, writes (21 May 2010):
 As you've proved you don't know what's round the corner.
Something nice let's hope. Any chance of wedding bells with you two? Keep us posted x
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reader, old_moses +, writes (20 May 2010):
old_moses is verified as being by the original poster of the questionAt 2 X 22, you've got lots of options. Younger guys are really fashionable.
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reader, boo22 +, writes (20 May 2010):
Hi I'm actually double that lol. 22's just my favourite number. I'm going to keep hopeful though. x
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reader, old_moses +, writes (20 May 2010):
old_moses is verified as being by the original poster of the questionHey, at 22 you've got lots of time. He'll be there, just don't get impatient and settle.
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reader, anonymous, writes (20 May 2010): I just wanted to reply and say how great it is to hear of your success. It's never too late for love obviously! I'm happy you didn't settle for horseshoes and the dog.
Doing nothing means nothing will happen. There's a terrible freedom and price to that. I think your story will remind people that it's never too late to take a chance.
Thanks for keeping us posted and I wish you all the best. For what it's worth I'm a 22 year old and I sometimes have my doubts about real love, but your story warmed my heart.
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reader, boo22 +, writes (17 May 2010):
Thanks for your advice , I will keep that in mind. I'm so pleased that everything worked out so well for you x
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reader, old_moses +, writes (16 May 2010):
old_moses is verified as being by the original poster of the questionI've met her kids now. We're very happy. Just a thought, don't ever hesitate.
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reader, old_moses +, writes (7 April 2010):
old_moses is verified as being by the original poster of the questionCasting for the Movie? I've thought about it some. Perhaps Sally Fields and Sean Connery. She's petite and he's old. The real problem will be casting Dog, he's the charismatic one. I suppose he could play himself, he's off the book in a day. He might give Craft Services a tough time, though. He can clear a buffet table in one pass.
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reader, Auntie E +, writes (7 April 2010):
 I love it Old Moss! Go for it. She's yours! Keep us posted. @boo22 - perfect answer!
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reader, boo22 +, writes (6 April 2010):
Please sell me the film rights to your story. Who will play you and debbie? There won't be a dry eye in the house x
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reader, old_moses +, writes (6 April 2010):
old_moses is verified as being by the original poster of the questionDebbie is giving up her apartment the end of this month and moving in with me. We still are looking for a place for the long term. We have looked, and are going to look again at the little valley where we met, 45 years ago.
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reader, Auntie E +, writes (30 March 2010):
Dear Old Moss: What a great story! Best wishes both to you and Debbie. We are all so glad you took our advice and took a chance with your long lost love. May you lives the rest of your life happy.
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reader, pinktopaz +, writes (30 March 2010):
See! Isn't it good that you took the chance? I'm happy that this is all going in the right direction :)
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reader, old_moses +, writes (30 March 2010):
old_moses is verified as being by the original poster of the questionWe just got home but I wanted to share. Deb and I both think we ought to be together. We still have a lot to do to work out the details, but we're going to be fine. Thanks to everybody who encouraged me.
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reader, jada101 +, writes (27 March 2010):
 I think it will work out, my grandma and jose used to date when they was 17 and 20 my grandma moved so they had to stop datein... funny thing that they sow each other 5 years ago and have been together for 5 years now.. Jose is now 85 so do the math lol
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reader, boo22 +, writes (26 March 2010):
Have a great time both of you x
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reader, old_moses +, writes (26 March 2010):
old_moses is verified as being by the original poster of the questionDebbie and I are going over to Lincoln City, on the coast, for a long weekend.
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reader, Auntie E +, writes (19 March 2010):
Have a great summer! I think you will find love with Debbie and will finally be happy. Keep us posted. This is such a good story.
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reader, eyeswideopen +, writes (19 March 2010):
 You guys are going to have a blast this summer!
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reader, old_moses +, writes (19 March 2010):
old_moses is verified as being by the original poster of the questionThe place is ok. It's on 5 acres so Dog loves it. I told Debbie that I was going to be there for the summer. She was excited, she knows lots of places we can go and things I should see. I am hopeful. Oh, she really likes Dog.
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reader, eyeswideopen +, writes (15 March 2010):
See we old farts have more romance in our little fingers than most youngsters...I remember the 60's...sort of...anyway best of luck and ohhhh those summer nights!
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reader, old_moses +, writes (15 March 2010):
old_moses is verified as being by the original poster of the questionWell, I've found a place to rent for the summer. Dog and I are going to drive up tomorrow and look at it. I'm going to tell Debbie that planning on spending the summer 10 miles from her before I do rent it. Wish me well.
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reader, pinktopaz +, writes (8 March 2010):
I'm just glad someone likes everyone's answers for once! And everyone agrees!
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reader, Auntie E +, writes (7 March 2010):
Oh Old Moss you sound like such a wonderful guy. What a precious man you are! I believe that fate has reunited you. Go to her! Take it slow....keep us posted! Who doesn't love a good love story?
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reader, adamantine  +, writes (7 March 2010):
 This brought tears to my eyes.. please go for it. Please. You may be a source of hope and inspiration in years to come.
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reader, old_moses +, writes (7 March 2010):
old_moses is verified as being by the original poster of the questionYou ladies are wonderful. I hadn't thought of it as having nothing to lose. I've decided that the dog and I are going to move closer to her for the summer, just for convenience. I'm going to slowly and carefully find out how she feels. At the very least she won't have to work at 7-11 if she's with me. At the very best we get to be together. At the worst I get to spend the summer in Oregon. It may not be the same as when we were young, it may be better. I will keep you posted. Thank you so much, and wish me - actually us luck.
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reader, old_moses +, writes (7 March 2010):
old_moses is verified as being by the original poster of the questionYou people are great - thanks.
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reader, boo22 +, writes (7 March 2010):
I like this story. Saddle up and get on over to her house. I mean what have you got to lose?
The only thing I'd say is though don't let your imagination run riot just yet. If you come on too strong and show your hand too early to her she might back off. It's a lot of pressure to be working under for her if you're already seeing a lifetime together.
If she's been married multiple times, she may not be as eager as you to get involved. Keep that in mind and good luck x
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reader, pinktopaz +, writes (7 March 2010):
Horseshoes and the dog sounds more like settling to me. You finally found her again and you might as well try! What do you have to lose, right?
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reader, lovesickk  +, writes (7 March 2010):
Hi, I have no experience but I believe it can happen.
Have you watched "Love in the times of Cholera"??? While reading your story, that movie came to my mind.. At their advanced age, they finally got the happines they deserved...
All I can say is, why not give it a try when you can get SO much out of it?? If she feels the same, would be better to make your best effort, right? :)
If it fails, you'll be devastated of course, but you'll have the satisfaction to know that you did everything you could!! Alone you are right now, so it will not be nothing new... The sadness with time goes away.
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reader, anonymous, writes (7 March 2010): You are an old romantic and I think it is beautiful. If you are both alone and no one is getting hurt except possibly yourselves where is the harm. Go for it, either your situations stay the same or you become wonderfully happy for your golden years. Get in contact with her, what have you go to lose. Be Happy.
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