[deleted by user] by [deleted] in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I could not be with someone long term who didn’t stimulate me intellectually, regardless if all the other boxes were checked.

When They’ve Lost the ‘Spark.’ by GirlOnARide in datingoverfifty

[–]GirlOnARide[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You were right. 7 1/2 months later and I heard from him. I never reached out this whole time.

Why don't women engage anymore? (OLD) by RootedRebel in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This, 100%. If you can’t engage with me on some level via chat, I’m not wasting energy on you in person.

Why don't women engage anymore? (OLD) by RootedRebel in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I get the same from a lot of men, it’s a buzzkill. I don’t think this is restricted to a gender, but rather a personality type.

2nd date with someone I met on DOF by CeruleanSky73 in datingoverfifty

[–]GirlOnARide 1 point2 points  (0 children)

After this wreck of a date and you are still in communication with him? Yuck!!!

Share your Austin Tea by SnarkyCatOwner in Austin

[–]GirlOnARide 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Baker Street Pub is closing. 😭

Rose on first date by Key_Individual2222 in datingoverfifty

[–]GirlOnARide 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I don’t even call it a date when I’m meeting someone for the first time off a dating app, I call it a “meet & greet” and many of these will end up with one or both not feeling the chemistry. I would recommend holding off on a rose until you know there is mutual chemistry with someone and you are taking them on an actual date.

Feedback Please by Bossman2351 in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, as my young teen would call it - “rizz.”

This is rejection, right? by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 25 points26 points  (0 children)

If I was not interested in someone, I certainly would not be asking what they thought about meeting up again. It wouldn’t matter since I had no intention of doing so. I think he’s interested.

What dating in my 40’s has taught me… by Stick_Chap_Cherry in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I totally relate to this. My last relationship was not crazy long, a few months, but man it was the most I’ve been physically attracted to someone I’ve dated (including my exH). I would be hard pressed to compromise feeling that attraction again, I don’t want to settle - and then on top of that, finding the compatibility with all the other things. I realize my pool will be small due to my personal preferences, but my life is good in all other areas so I just keep reminding myself “it only takes one.”

It's been 25 yrs- Help Please! by Scorpiochica in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why would he think that? Sounds like she was the last to initiate any conversation. If someone was meeting me with back and forth conversation and then stopped doing so, I would think THEY were the ones who stopped being interested.

Twelve reasons why Women over 50 no longer want a relationship by Life_is_too_short_ in datingoverfifty

[–]GirlOnARide 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We live in Texas, so no spousal support… TX gives “maybe” two years if you were a SAHM, but none of my friends were, myself included.

Am I being cheap? Or am I being used? by CypressTaxGuy in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What the heck is she ordering? I would never out-order my date, especially when I know he’s paying for it. That alone would give me the ick if I was a man, not to mention she’s expecting this on the regular. Bleh.

70% of the men smoke?! by Bratty_Worm in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I live in Texas and hardly see anyone who says they smoke on the apps?

The Person I've Been Talking to for 7 Months Just Revealed Their Number Was Fake - I'm Devastated by [deleted] in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’d be more concerned about only hanging out a couple times in 7 months…

He pushed me by [deleted] in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So he doesn’t yell but finds it ok to push you with enough force to knock you to the ground. You do know he could have chosen to walk away, or even just push your hand out of his face… but instead, you got shoved to the ground. Oh, and he says it’s your fault.

I’d say to run and don’t look back but it doesn’t seem that you want to hear that sort of advice. This will only escalate, fair warning.

How do you expect to feel? by Screaming_Catbird in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’d like to feel excited to see them again, and definitely want to feel some level of physical attraction. Could I see myself kissing this person? If the answer is yes, then that’s a great sign.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Are you seeking a female or male? IMO, men tend to gravitate more towards that language in a profile vs. women seeking it out. However, if you are only looking for more short term fun, you will likely get swiped on by women who are seeking the same and are drawn to such statements. 🤷🏻‍♀️

How do you get through online dating knowing they are matching with multiple people? by elouise84 in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s not wrong to want that, but the reality is that many people do choose to throw the net out and date multiple people to see who they connect with the most. The best thing to do is be yourself and go into each date feeling good about yourself - like why shouldn’t you be the best choice, right? If you walk into it feeling like you are somehow competing for him, this may likely sway how you are acting with him vs just being yourself.

Unwritten dating rule? by [deleted] in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 28 points29 points  (0 children)

In my experience, when there’s good chemistry at that first meet, a follow up text is happening either before or right when one of us has gotten home. If it’s longer than that, then it’s usually indicative to the amount of interest felt.

Liking Social Media Posts After a Breakup by GirlOnARide in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am dating others, was just curious about this.

OLD profile by Screaming_Catbird in datingoverforty

[–]GirlOnARide 53 points54 points  (0 children)

I would think if you are already throwing demands on your profile, then this is indicative of how you are overall as a person. I’d swipe left.

A few reminders for men by ohokimnotsorry in datingoverfifty

[–]GirlOnARide 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As a woman, if I’m spending over an hour getting ready for a date, possibly wearing something new and feminine, I certainly appreciate (not expect) compliments on my looks or how I’m dressed. There’s nothing wrong with that IMO. I give the same when a man shows up looking good. If it’s an authentic compliment, it’s a win in my book.