80-year-old man finds himself jealous about an affair his wife had when she was in her 20s
Dear Abby,
I’m 80 years old and have been blessed with an amazing wife for the past 33 years. We’re true soulmates — connected in every way that matters.
But lately, something strange has crept into my thoughts. I’ve found myself feeling jealous about something from her past — an affair she once had with a 17-year-old student when she was a 27-year-old teacher. She told me about it years ago during one of those long, honest conversations couples have about their pasts.
For some reason, this old story has started eating at me. I can’t stop thinking about it. Part of me wants to know every last detail, but I also know that doing so would just drag me deeper into a pit of jealousy and obsession. It’s begun to weigh on me — and on my half of this marriage that’s otherwise been wonderful.
Why am I suddenly so consumed by this ancient history? And how do I let it go before it ruins the peace we’ve built together?
— Jealous But Geriatric
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