Dear Abby: I found a new lady after my disabled wife died my sons think I should die alone

DEAR ABBY: My wife of 47 years passed away 16 months ago after living with a disability for many years.I took care of her until the end and loved her with all my heart.

Nine months after her passing, I became involved with another woman my age. I have two sons, 43 and 46.My younger son and my contemporaries are happy that I have found someone to share my life with.

Being alone was not easy for me.However, my older son, who has a wife and kids, is no longer speaking to me and flipped out at a public event when I mentioned my girlfriend’s name.

He seems to think I should be alone the rest of my life. I sent him a text after his outrageous behavior, saying that I would always love him, but until he accepts the fact that I have a new lady in my life, I no longer consider him my son.Maybe I overreacted.

I haven’t heard from him or seen my grandkids in two months. I know of other widowers who have had the same problem.I find it hard to believe our kids can be so inconsiderate.

I realize many people who lose the love of their lifetime are not interested in finding another, but I do not want to spend the rest of my life alone.Am I wrong? Should I apologize to my son? — GLAD I FOUND SOMEONEDEAR GLAD: You may have been too harsh when you said what you did to your son, but he was far out of line when he caused a scene at the mention of your lady friend.

You loved and cared for his mother as long as she was on this earth.You were a great husband and partner, and you don’t owe anyone an apology for wanting to live your life to the fullest.

Please celebrate it with those who are mature enough to understand this.DEAR ABBY: I have been friendly with “Blair” for 20 years.During this time, I’ve taken her to doctors’ appointments and made dinner for her and her family after her mother and stepfather died.

When I went on vacation with my daughter, Blair said she’d love to come along but didn’t have the money, so I paid for her.(She never attempted to pay...