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WHAT ARE GRAY DIVORCES? 4 Trends That Play a Role
While the overall rate of divorces is declining in the U.S., there is one age group where divorces are on the rise: the baby boomers. Often known as gray divorce, this phenomenon is when a married couple in their 50s and 60s go their separate ways later in life. According to the U.S. Census Department in 2021, about 35% of all Americans who got divorced in 2020 were citizens 55 or older — that’s more than twice the rate of any other age group. But why are older Americans deciding to get divorced? 1. They became empty nesters. As children grow up, move out of the family home, and begin their own lives, some older couples may have difficulty adapting to a life without their children. This is known as empty nester syndrome and can result in marriages coming to an end. Other couples may have waited to get a divorce until their children were adults and moved away from home. 2. They grew apart from their significant other. People change as they grow older. Because of this, some older couples may want new lifestyles or have different desires and needs as they age. Spouses may not be on the same page regarding what they want in life, which can cause many couples to lose their spark as they grow apart. 3. There are financial differences. Money-related issues are one of the leading causes of divorce, no matter the age group. Older couples may disagree about how much money to put in retirement accounts, what to do with their funds later in life, how much to budget monthly, or how they want to spend their money. 4. There is less stigma. Years ago, there was a lot of stigma surrounding divorce — especially for women. But now, there is less stigma around divorce for all people, encouraging more couples to file. Gray divorces can be complicated and stressful from a financial perspective. So, if you plan on getting a divorce, it’s vital that you speak with a divorce attorney who can ensure everything is in place and accounted for. Save yourself some time and stress by contacting a divorce lawyer to help you through the process.
CURRIED STEAK WITH SCALLION RICE AND PEAS
Inspired by MarthaStewart.com
• 1 lb flank steak, room temperature Ingredients
• 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided • 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced, white and light-green parts separated from dark-green tops • 8 oz sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved on the bias
• Kosher salt and ground pepper • 3 tbsp massaman curry paste, divided • 1 1/4 cups white rice • 2 1/2 cups water, divided
Directions 1. Season steak with salt and pepper. Brush with 1 tbsp curry paste, and let stand 10 minutes. 2. In a saucepan, combine rice, 1 3/4 cups water, 1 tbsp oil, and 3/4 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, then stir, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer about 15 minutes before adding white and light-green scallions. Cover to steam. 3. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Swirl in 1 tbsp oil. Add the steak, flipping once; cook this for 7–9 minutes, then transfer to a carving board. 4. Reduce the skillet to medium heat, then add 1 tbsp oil and the remaining 2 tbsp curry paste. Cook this for 1 minute. Add 3/4 cup water and cook until reduced, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a bowl and cover. 5. Wipe skillet clean, then add remaining 1 tbsp oil. While stirring, add snap peas. Season with salt and cook this until crisp-tender, about 2–3 minutes. 6. Fluff rice before stirring in scallion tops. Slice steak against the grain, then serve with rice, peas, and curry sauce.
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