Bel Mooney addresses a reader’s question about whether a long-term marriage can be saved after the relationship has “gone stale.” The correspondent describes being married for many years, with two children who have grown up and left home. They say they argue often and that their partner is frequently away from the house.
In the account provided, the partner’s work history is described as time spent driving professionally, including lorry driving and later taxi driving, which results in being away from home for extended periods. With the children no longer living at home, the reader says they feel they do not really know their spouse anymore.
The two provided sources repeat the same “Dear Bel” content and framing, offering the same reader scenario and background details. Neither source includes additional reporting beyond the advice-column style setup and the correspondent’s description of the situation.
