Menopause is a season with massive change not just in the numbers of the household but most importantly the beginning of a new marital structure is usually needed when younger members move out. Even the removal of one will dramatically change the personality of the home.

The husband or male partner may be head of the household but a huge degree of unspoken responsibility will rest on the shoulders of the menopausal lady. At this point the menopause is a major sign for renovation, restoration and changes within the relationship.

Both partners will be different in personality in many ways to the early days relationship. Old and well loved traits may have been lost in the mire of domestic challenge and achievement.

New, not so popular traits may be growing major features in the senior members of the household. These are often not overlooked and instantly forgiven. They can become the basis for a separation that can grow much faster with only two between the four walls.

At this point it may not be possible to organize a serious one-on-one dialogue about what needs to be changed. Identification of specific problems is a starting point with the recognition of issues of major concern.

Copyright 2006 Patricia Little