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As I read some of the threads it's no surprise that some of the posters on Cd are single or don't get asked out on a regular basis( at least once a year....LOL).
Sure, we all like what we like. At that's just that but when you get to a point to where you're just looking at very minor things that don't "measure up" to your so-called standards it's time to look in the mirror.
Folks, if you're talking about meeting a high quality person that's awesome, it takes time. It requires being open minded and being flexable. Stop with all of your high standards and being a nit-picker and maybe just maybe you might find yourself involved with a great person.
Some things we just will not accept. For me, it's women with children BUT beyond that that I am pretty much open to any age and any race.
My question...........are you being realistic about what it is you have to offer and what it is that you're looking for?
When I say what you have to offer I am not talking about your job title, whether you're a home owner or not and lord knows I am not talking about your "good looks". If that's what you thought, don't wonder why you're single.
I've no problem with being single. I would be nice to have somebody who makes me tick ONLY, but it's not essential. If anything interesting comes along - great; if not - fine again. I've no need to yawn with another human being, be repulsed by another human being, or be annoyed by another human being. Same goes for non-human beings.
Damn humanists! What about us wolf-shirt wearers with 150lbs extra weight, lip-moles, 12 kids, a blind-eye, 4'6, rolling around in a 'rascal', are WE not good enough?! gosh.
Damn humanists! What about us wolf-shirt wearers with 150lbs extra weight, lip-moles, 12 kids, a blind-eye, 4'6, rolling around in a 'rascal', are WE not good enough?! gosh.
As I read some of the threads it's no surprise that some of the posters on Cd are single or don't get asked out on a regular basis( at least once a year....LOL).
Sure, we all like what we like. At that's just that but when you get to a point to where you're just looking at very minor things that don't "measure up" to your so-called standards it's time to look in the mirror.
Folks, if you're talking about meeting a high quality person that's awesome, it takes time. It requires being open minded and being flexable. Stop with all of your high standards and being a nit-picker and maybe just maybe you might find yourself involved with a great person.
Some things we just will not accept. For me, it's women with children BUT beyond that that I am pretty much open to any age and any race.
My question...........are you being realistic about what it is you have to offer and what it is that you're looking for?
When I say what you have to offer I am not talking about your job title, whether you're a home owner or not and lord knows I am not talking about your "good looks". If that's what you thought, don't wonder why you're single.
I think about this a lot. I think I give everyone I meet an honest assessment and adjust my standards a little each time. I've thought about dating someone who I wasn't physically that attracted to, but who was a very nice, decent person. I considered at least dating him and seeing if the attraction grew. As it turned out, he decided I wasn't religious enough since I wasn't willing to guarantee I could attend his church regularly (that I had yet to even try and wasn't familiar with) and opted to try to forge a relationship with a friend he'd known for six years. I would have dated a guy that happened to be a recovering alcoholic (not an issue for me, but something some people wouldn't consider, I guess) and who had some financial issues, but he wasn't over a past relationship. I've been willing to be in a long distance relationship, at least for a while and see where it goes, but that's something not many guys will even consider, not that I blame them.
I don't have a laundry list of expectations and dealbreakers. As long as the men are basically caring, decent people and there's some chemistry there, I try not to be too picky or let little things bother me. I feel like I might miss out on someone who turns out to be really great if I don't take the time to actually get to know them. You can't find out who people are on a couple dates. I know men can't figure me out on a couple dates either, but sometimes that's all the time you get.
But most times, it's not up to me to make that decision as to whether a relationship is possible or not. I'm pretty certain I can't have children without major fertility intervention and that crosses me off the list for a lot of guys. Most of the men who have asked me out in the last six months are between 35-40 and it doesn't seem to be my age so much that's a deterrent, as the doubt I could have a child. Even men in their late 40s, early 50s, who already have kids from a previous marriage still envision having another one in a new relationship.
There's no way I can guarantee this, no matter what method I were to try, and I'd be willing to try harvesting eggs or whatever might work. It's one of the reasons I stopped dating in my thirties; it was a built in dealbreaker for a lot of men, and the rejection just got to be too painful. If I didn't want kids, it wouldn't hurt so much, but I did want to have them. Even though it's not my fault, it makes me feel bad about myself sometimes. So even if I'm openminded and fairly accepting of men and some of their flaws, the fact that I'm "defective" in this area isn't something most guys are going to overlook. So I am being realistic about what I have to offer, but it can be a harsh reality sometimes.
Folks, if you're talking about meeting a high quality person that's awesome, it takes time. It requires being open minded and being flexable. Stop with all of your high standards and being a nit-picker and maybe just maybe you might find yourself involved with a great person.
What would you consider high-standards and nit-picking? Just curious.
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My question...........are you being realistic about what it is you have to offer and what it is that you're looking for?
You are asking, but our answers may not be in line with yours. It is all in how you view it, yes?
To me, I am one of a dying breed. I have a lot to offer the right man; fidelity, honor, loyalty, intelligent conversation, comedy, a compassionate ear, alone time, an open mind, a clean home, great cooking and lots of "creativity". I'd say I am offering a lot more than most are capable nowadays. So, I know there is someone out there who will appreciate it.
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When I say what you have to offer I am not talking about your job title, whether you're a home owner or not and lord knows I am not talking about your "good looks". If that's what you thought, don't wonder why you're single.
I agree.
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Originally Posted by sierraAZ
I've no problem with being single. I would be nice to have somebody who makes me tick ONLY, but it's not essential. If anything interesting comes along - great; if not - fine again. I've no need to yawn with another human being, be repulsed by another human being, or be annoyed by another human being. Same goes for non-human beings.
You rock. I agree 150%.
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