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I don't consider my standards super high. I just don't click with a lot of people, and the people I do click with aren't interested in me beyond friendship. Current person I really really like even admitted he has feelings for me as a friend because we have so much in common and I get him. Why should I settle for someone I'm not going to be happy with?
Depends on how much time passes where this keeps happening too you and how much time passes between "dates". I mean none of us are getting any younger so when you can barely get a few people a year to give you the time of day settling starts looking better and better, unless you are truly ok with being alone long term.
What you are doing is making a decision if you will be less happy single or settling. I guess there are people that can make it to their mid 30s/40s before they come to the realization that these handsome men are not going to "click back". When I hit 22 I made a decision that I personally was tired of wasting life masturbating to internet porn and I wanted to be with a real woman.
I'm willing to lie about...how we met.
I am slightly irregular with a great sense of humor, sometimes witty and charming, sociable and outgoing, well spoken and outspoken, a great person to know in general. I enjoy the simple pleasures of life, the quiet and tranquility of the great outdoors, and the company of family and good friends. I truly miss having someone to care for, love, and share passionate kisses with.
Beauty, physical attributes, and love can be lost in a split second, which over time, leaves us with only our memories and a longing for permanence with someone. I find not having someone to spoon with and the silence of sleeping alone almost cruel and unbearable sometimes, however, I accept that it is what it is and it will take care of itself in good time…or not. The ideal man would have similar aspirations and sentiments to live a simple, however, enriched life with all of its many possibilities for love and happiness. You are someone I can be a best friend to, a good companion and undoubtedly, the last love of my life.
You can wake me up in the middle of the night when you can't sleep or maybe just to keep you company, you are someone who deserves my respect, you are young at heart, old and wise, kindhearted, compassionate, forgiving, and you have a sense of humor the size of (fill in the state).
You "get" who I am...and genuinely like me anyway. You are absolutely fearless, not afraid of life or the opportunity for love and friendship, you don't sweat the small stuff, and you've lived an authentic life with all of its joys and sorrows along the way.
I'd just like to add (well/outspoken) that I like my looks (ez to look at) and my weight (I could lose a few). I look my age and I've earned every wrinkle, laugh line, crow's feet, and brow furrow I've acquired along the way; you should feel the same. I am definitely not a "trophy girl" and far from "arm candy" and I am certainly okay with that.
I spotted this recently on a public forum and it more or less sums up how I feel about finding love, committed relationship, or simply "the one"...again. No, I have not given up on being part of a couple again and for better or for worse I leave it to the powers that be, whether that is a higher power, serendipity, or just being in the right place at the right time. Not very logical or proactive but that's just how it's going to be...for the time being.
Best regards, sincerely
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I went to my weekly rap group for men over 50 at a community center, and this topic came up. I thought it was interesting.
The question is: "Single people: have any of you given up on finding love or a committed relationship? Whether yes or no, please explain why."
I would love it if you would share your thoughts on this topic.
I've given up because I'm not ready emotionally, financially, or physically.
There's some things in my life that are priority (and a relationship ain't one of them).
It's difficult to trust men.
I want to make more $$$ so I can occasionally take us to a concert, dinner, and drinks. If he's a great guy to me, I'll happily reciprocate.
I need to lose some weight before this gets out of control. I still look decent, but the pounds are creeping on.
So... I've basically given up for a bit (out of necessity). That's cool.
I think so. For now atleast.
Dated a guy for a short time towards the end of this past year- I really thought he was the one for me. He really seemed different. Had all the qualities that are important to me- Christian ect... He seemed to really care about me. Our first official date out- he told our server that I would be his future wife. I wish he hadn't made such a comment if he didn't really mean it.
I guess it wasn't meant to be
I think so. For now atleast.
Dated a guy for a short time towards the end of this past year- I really thought he was the one for me. He really seemed different. Had all the qualities that are important to me- Christian ect... He seemed to really care about me. Our first official date out- he told our server that I would be his future wife. I wish he hadn't made such a comment if he didn't really mean it.
I guess it wasn't meant to be
Autumn, that is so sad. I had a similar experience with a woman last year who I thought was wife material. She ended things for no reason. Dating is just so tough that I really want to give up. I'm on a break and contemplating giving up.
Autumn, that is so sad. I had a similar experience with a woman last year who I thought was wife material. She ended things for no reason. Dating is just so tough that I really want to give up. I'm on a break and contemplating giving up.
Atlguy39,
I'm so sorry. Yes, dating is definitely tough.
Thank you. Same thing happened to me- He just suddenly stopped calling me at one point, went out of town and never even told me that he was going skiing with his church, he stopped answering my texts- he finally answered one- one day and told me that he would call me that weekend- never heard from him again.
Aww, The right woman is out there for you somewhere
I think so. For now atleast.
Dated a guy for a short time towards the end of this past year- I really thought he was the one for me. He really seemed different. Had all the qualities that are important to me- Christian ect... He seemed to really care about me. Our first official date out- he told our server that I would be his future wife. I wish he hadn't made such a comment if he didn't really mean it.
I guess it wasn't meant to be
I've had that happen and it stinks. When they are honest and say they don't see it going anywhere I thank them and move on. However leading me on because they are afraid of hurting me hurts me more.
Atlguy39,
I'm so sorry. Yes, dating is definitely tough.
Thank you. Same thing happened to me- He just suddenly stopped calling me at one point, went out of town and never even told me that he was going skiing with his church, he stopped answering my texts- he finally answered one- one day and told me that he would call me that weekend- never heard from him again.
Aww, The right woman is out there for you somewhere
Geez, that is so strange.Maybe he had a girlfriend or a wife elsewhere. Maybe he didn't want to be involved. Well, moving forward ...
Geez, that is so strange.Maybe he had a girlfriend or a wife elsewhere. Maybe he didn't want to be involved. Well, moving forward ...
More than likely he met someone he liked better and moved on. I've certainly had that happen to me before.
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