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Dear Prudence,

I'm wondering if I am nuts. I am considering marrying again. (If you're thinking second marriage, keep going.) I am no kid--52--and think my steady is the perfect partner. He wishes to tie the knot, while I am on the fence. What say you?

--Blushing Bride ... Maybe

Dear Blush,

Well, at 52 you do not need to marry in order to have a family. (Please don't anyone write me about petrie dishes.) And Socrates did die from an overdose of wedlock.

On the other hand, Prudie, herself, was never a bridesmaid but always a bride. It all boils down to what feels right for the two people involved. Do not let the heroic numbers stand in your way. And if you do choose to walk down the aisle one more time, Prudie wishes you mazel ton, which of course is tons of luck.

--Prudie, matrimonially

Dear Prudence,

I just wanted to ask a quick question. I went wedding ring shopping with my fiancee today. We have lived together for six years, and we really love each other. The whole time, her parents have never said anything about me. And they refuse to pay for the wedding, as they do not approve of me. Apparently, I am a bad person (read: not a Jewish doctor). It's a real strain on our relationship to have her parents and grandparents letting her know that they think I am unworthy.