Blondie,
Just to put my two cents worth in here.
My DH's aunt is going through the same thing.
She is in her 60's, the guy is in his late 30's early 40's.
I am not sure.
Here's the deal. Her husband died from ALS. His wife died from ALS. They met at a meeting. They hit it off well. Did some things together.
Next thing you know, he moved in with her (lived in the basement). Then she let him move upstairs (much nicer place), then she moved downstairs.
She never let my DH or I meet this guy. She knows I would say something!
Well....she sold him her house. She said it was too much work for her. (WE think she took a big loss on it).
She said it was over with him. We all breathed a sigh of relief.
Oh, she did introduce him to several family members, just not us.
She has NEVER met his family or friends. We think he is too embarrased of her.
Well, my MIL just told us that Aunt and cutie pie are back together again.
Will this mess ever end? I think it is great if you can find someone you love and have a wonderful time with.
I cannot tolerate people being taken advantage of and being made to look like a fool.
Lots of prayers going out to your family with this situation!
We know where you are coming from!
Good luck
Lisajl