'I'm 84 with plenty of love advice - women should do one thing to keep men keen'
A group of care home residents have shared their ultimate advice for people looking for long-lasting love this Valentine's Day.
On the most romantic day of the year, loved-up partners will be staying in for a cosy celebration or heading out for a charming night. Others will be dressing up to impress a new date, and singletons may be looking for a February 14 flirt. Whether you're looking for love or think you have already nurtured it with someone special, the best people to get advice from is those with a lot of experience.
While many older generations may not have experienced modern day dating, they have a wealth of knowledge when it comes to long-lasting romance.
A number of care home residents spoke to the Daily Star about what relationship red flags to avoid when searching for your soulmate, as well as advice on how to make it work. With over 50 years of marriage, they are the true relationship experts.
Greta, 84, has shared her cheeky advice to people this Valentine's Day (Supplied)Greta, 84 - a resident at Pinehurst Care Centre in Crowthorne - says keeping the fun side of your relationship is the true key to long-lasting love. She cheekily advises people to "smack the bottom" of their partner once in a while. She also said: "Don't take any nonsense."
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Meanwhile Janet, a resident at Oakview Lodge Care Home, met her husband, Tom, 69 years ago. The couple met at a school leavers' party and immediately fell for each other. The duo have had a long and happy marriage. Janet said the secret is to "always talk things through without rowing". Tom adds it's important to be there for your partner. She says her husband "always rushed home to see Janet after work as we hated spending time apart".
George and Mary are getting ready to celebrate 70 years of marriage together (Supplied)
Ray advices people to take caution before jumping into relationships (Supplied)George and Mary - residents at Tickford Abbey Care Home in Newport Pagnell - say their trick to a long-lasting relationship is respecting each other. The couple, who are preparing to celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary, met as teenagers at a village hall dance, saying it was "love at first sight" and they've "never looked back" since.
When they were both young, they struggled together which made them stronger together. George and Mary say couples should listen to each other and ensure they say sorry following disagreements, "even if it is a week later", they shared.
"Having a bit of sugar now and again has kept the flames of desire burning in our marriage," they added.
Meanwhile some of the older residents across Lottie's care homes believe it is important to not feel pressured to find your soulmate this Valentine's Day.
Chris Donnelly, co-founder at Lottie, said: "It's amazing to hear the stories of love in our care homes and the fond memories sparked by reminiscing for each resident. What's more, there are so many lessons we can all learn from older generations - no matter your age!"
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