PH1. Leave the past in the past
When you meet someone new, leave any negative feelings or past heartbreaks just where they should beāin the past.
2. You wonāt meet someone new in your living room
Well, maybe a cute guy will deliver your new sofa, but chances are youāre going to meet someone by getting out there and trying new thingsāonline dating, taking a class, etc. Tell everyone, especially your married friends, that youāre looking to meet someone and ALWAYS go to parties. Because you truly never know who youāll meet.
3. Give the guy a chance
When you were 20 your list was āhe must be tall, dark and handsome.ā Try going against type. It just might be a perfect fit.
4. Look at blind dates like a first date
Two of the authors of our book met their husbands on blind dates, and you can too! If youāre not sure you want to sit in a noisy restaurant, go out and do something fun. One of our Garter Brides went to a baseball game, and she and her date each brought a friend. They had a blast and got married one year later.
5. Time is on your side
Take your time in getting to know your guy and donāt feel in a rush to meet his children or have him meet yours. It starts with the two of you. Make sure this is someone you want in your life.
6. Isnāt it romantic?
Just because youāre meeting the love of your life later in life doesnāt mean you canāt still have passionate, amazing ***! The Garter Brides say āGo for it!ā
7. Someone to come home to
When youāre ready to move in together you will discover how wonderful it is to come home to the one you love. Be prepared for some give and takeāfor example, over which of each othersā belongings stay or go.
8. Whatās up with a pre-nup?
Remember that a pre-nup isnāt because you think your marriage isnāt going to workāitās so you get to decide how your assets and everything youāve worked for can be protected.
9. Your wedding, your way
Now youāre in love and itās time to have your wedding exactly how you want it. The Garter Brides have had all kinds of weddings! Remember it is all about you and the man of your dreams. Whatever you want is the way to go.
10. Happily ever after can happen to you
Remember what the Garter Brides always say: āItās never too late to find true love. We did, and you can too!
When you meet someone new, leave any negative feelings or past heartbreaks just where they should beāin the past.
2. You wonāt meet someone new in your living room
Well, maybe a cute guy will deliver your new sofa, but chances are youāre going to meet someone by getting out there and trying new thingsāonline dating, taking a class, etc. Tell everyone, especially your married friends, that youāre looking to meet someone and ALWAYS go to parties. Because you truly never know who youāll meet.
3. Give the guy a chance
When you were 20 your list was āhe must be tall, dark and handsome.ā Try going against type. It just might be a perfect fit.
4. Look at blind dates like a first date
Two of the authors of our book met their husbands on blind dates, and you can too! If youāre not sure you want to sit in a noisy restaurant, go out and do something fun. One of our Garter Brides went to a baseball game, and she and her date each brought a friend. They had a blast and got married one year later.
5. Time is on your side
Take your time in getting to know your guy and donāt feel in a rush to meet his children or have him meet yours. It starts with the two of you. Make sure this is someone you want in your life.
6. Isnāt it romantic?
Just because youāre meeting the love of your life later in life doesnāt mean you canāt still have passionate, amazing ***! The Garter Brides say āGo for it!ā
7. Someone to come home to
When youāre ready to move in together you will discover how wonderful it is to come home to the one you love. Be prepared for some give and takeāfor example, over which of each othersā belongings stay or go.
8. Whatās up with a pre-nup?
Remember that a pre-nup isnāt because you think your marriage isnāt going to workāitās so you get to decide how your assets and everything youāve worked for can be protected.
9. Your wedding, your way
Now youāre in love and itās time to have your wedding exactly how you want it. The Garter Brides have had all kinds of weddings! Remember it is all about you and the man of your dreams. Whatever you want is the way to go.
10. Happily ever after can happen to you
Remember what the Garter Brides always say: āItās never too late to find true love. We did, and you can too!