"Sexuality in old age, with all it’s unique sadness and pleasure, is an adventure that can enrich womens lives. Engrossed in two books by two very intelligent and likable women, I am presented with two very different pictures of what womens relationship to sexuality and romance could be in old age. In The Last Gift of Time Carolyn G. Heilbrun favours friendship over sexuality. If sexuality happens to be in your life, enjoy it, Heilbrun suggests, but to seek it out is not in an old woman’s best interest. Jane Juska offers a very different approach as she actively seeks sex partners at the age of 66 and tells us about it in her book, A Round-Heeled Woman. Reflecting on these two womens thoughts on aging and female sexuality, as well as seeking out other writing on the subject, I came to the conclusion that I side with Juska. I define sexuality very broadly and acknowledge it’s many possibilities and forms. I do not define sexuality solely as a physical act of sex, but also include intimacy and romance as parts of sexuality. All stages of life provide opportunities and challenges which can encourage growth in all parts of ourselves, including our sexual selves. To suggest that the sexual journey must or should end at any time for women is to severely limit possibilities for pleasure and growth in womens lives. While I agree with Heilbrun that sex should not be the only focus of an old woman’s (or any person’s) life, I see old age as a unique opportunity for women to explore sexuality in different ways than have been possible throughout the rest of their lives. The risks Heilbrun warns of, Juska acknowledges, but the rewards Juska speaks of are great. In the adventure of life, we should follow our desires. If we desire sex, we should seek it. I think sexuality is an adventure as worthy as any other."