Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,

Here is a fantastic story from Audrey I want to share with you...

Dear Richard,

Last year -- the summer of 2006 -- I had been widowed for 3 years and living alone. My son and daughters were located elsewhere, so I had become accustomed to having a social life with my lady friends and was quite content to pursue my interests and hobbies on my own. Then, after seeing you on Oprah and further corresponding with you; reading your newsletters, etc.; I began to believe that I, also, could be brave enough to venture forth on one of your meetings or happenings or even a cruise!! I really enjoyed reading about your own personal search and adventures. Of course, I was very sorry you had to cut your trip to Chile short!

In November, 2006, when the Crystal Cruise to the Panama Canal was being talked about ... I suddenly decided to take the plunge, so to speak, and actually book the cruise -- even though I knew not a soul. You were kind enough to arrange a roommate for me. This was going to be my very first cruise. What excitement! All this at my age of 69. Better late than never -- is a very true statement.

Group Photo of Panama Canal Cruise

On that cruise in January 2007, I had a fabulous experience meeting and enjoying all of you, my new friends. It was nice to have the support of senior bachelorettes like myself at the dinner table each evening to share our day's activities, etc.

Thank you so very much, Richard, for inspiring me to attempt something like this on my own. Now, I am so ready for more adventures, including having met a really nice gentleman here in my hometown through an on-line dating service. He, also, is at a time in his life where he wants to go out and have fun! We're going to do a lot of that together. (big smile). We are leaving next week for a two week Princess cruise to Hawaii. This fall, we are planning to go fishing in Cabo San Lucas. After that, who knows.

It's so great to feel alive again and to be looking forward to so many things! Thanks again, Richard. You were definitely instrumental in my beginning this new direction in my life.

Sincerely,

Audrey

Richard here:

Stories like this make me feel really good. Newsletters for the past 2 1/2 years have emphasized the point that if you want to make new relationships, male and/or female, you have to take the plunge, to quote Audrey. Just look how happy she looks!! This could be you.....but you have to get out of the house and make something happen. I understand cruises and trips may not be in everyone's budget, but you can join many free local organizations and clubs The point is, you must be pro-active, and I hope stories like Audrey's helps to inspire you. It sure inspires me!!

Last week's Newsletter (see below) mentioned the upcoming Spectacular Baltic Sea cruise next July. The cruise is approaching sold out and 3/4 of the cabins I have blocked have been taken. I highly encourage you to call Leah "B" at Coastline Travel, 1-800-448-2374 asap if you are interested. Maybe you will find happiness like so many others have on these cruises.

Ciao for now,

Richard Roe
Senior Bachelor

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