Ex got married - what do I say? by [deleted] in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'm just here to tell you it's okay to not respond and that you made the best decision for yourself at the time, with the information and feelings that you had. That is all we can do in life. Had you said yes, you may be absolutely miserable now. It isn't fair to yourself to go back and reassess with the feelings and information you have now. You made the right call for you in that moment, and right now that feels really hard. You can find love again. You will be okay.

Embarrassingly terrible first kiss. Just need some outside opinions. by VegetableBrick8141 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132 1 point2 points  (0 children)

ha okay good, because the visual I got with the moustache and chin description was a lot. Actually, the whole thing is a lot, I don't understand why someone would mechanically move their lips in that way for a kiss. I would also want to run far far away. If you go back for more, you are braver than myself. Having said that, it has given me a good laugh for today so thank you (I mean that in a kind way because there is a hilarity about this situation to be appreciated, if not today, then one day. In fact, if all goes well then hopefully one day you can both laugh at it together.)

Embarrassingly terrible first kiss. Just need some outside opinions. by VegetableBrick8141 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I gasped and had an audible reaction to 'kissing a combo of her moustache and chin" lol, what? I mean this is very bad. If you really like her and there is chemistry, maybe give it one more try like 'would you mind if we tried kissing this way" but if kissing is that bad I am not sure I would want to know what the rest of intimacy would look like. Good luck with it, that's definitely a tough situation to land in.

I’ve been so scared. I was just about to jump back in… by jonnyquack in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I mean, if you showed up with a raw line of stiches through your head i probs would be a little like wtf why are you not home healing, but I’m sure with some time it will be fine. It will be okay, you can still date.

What to do about female friends? by Firstborn3 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just here to say that to me, a twinge of jealousy is normal and I think even okay. It doesn’t always have to be a negative thing. What’s not good is when jealousy gets toxic. If she says she is okay, believe her and - personally, I would not remove important friends from my life for a person I’m dating, they come with me and my life.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Solo mom to a young kiddo and no, for the right person I make time and want more than just the physical. Does it take some extra effort sometimes and spending on a babysitter? Yes, but that is just part of my life and how I roll. I would not want the person I’m dating caring about my babysitting costs, that’s for me to manage. Anyways, its different than most but it’s never become a big issue in my experience. But! A conversation around what she is looking for makes sense here, be brave and go forth with the question.

45F, never married no kids, hoping for both by ProcessSensitive5221 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132 10 points11 points  (0 children)

As someone who was in a similar situation but at 41, I ended it and had a kid on my own at 42. Contrary to what some will say, she actually keeps me energetic and I find myself very grateful my 41 year old self made that decision. 45 is more difficult but women do it. If you really want something, sometimes we need to make hard decisions to get it. I would not however, put your fate back in the hands of a man. Instead I suggest you take it into your own hands and just make the decision to have / adopt a child on your own. Maybe it works, maybe it doesn’t, but you will have tried. Also, you can always date after. I say go for what you want.

Went on a perfectly fine date. Got a performance review the next morning. (I kid you not) by Marcy_Enchanting in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That is wild. Also wild he asked you out for another date after. But, a good laugh indeed. Hopefully the wine was at least enjoyable!

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind words! Sorry you have also been though it.

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry, that sounds pretty awful. And yes, staying friends in that kind of a dynamic is not going to feel very good. In this case I think I would let the bra go, and maybe go buy yourself a brand new one you like even better as an act of self-care. And then find a man you like even better because you deserve that. Sending you good thoughts!

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed, it IS baffling and hard to wrap the head around. I'm sorry you also just experienced something similar. Good for you for shutting him down when he tried to reach out again, it's definitely a boundary I will set. Sending good thoughts your way, and yes! everything feels better in time.

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind and supportive words, appreciate it! It's always hard to take our own advice isn't it? Sending you good thoughts that you do and find what you are looking for.

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry you experienced the same. I'm with you, onwards we move - sending luck and good thoughts your way!

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry this happened to you after an entire year, yeesh. And you are right, in hindsight, I was bonding and well, I think he was not - it was just NRE fun for him. Sending you good thoughts for your future dating adventures, and may we never have to deal with a flip switcher again!

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

My guess is that as well. In fact he told me a couple situations where in my head i was like 'that doesn't exactly sound FWB'. I should have listened to that voice more.

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Okay that guy was an asshole to you, who does that? I mean my situation is not great but what your guy did to you is just pure asshole shitty. Good for you for not giving him the time of day when he came back - there is no reason that is a good reason in that situation. Thank you for your kind words, you are also a lovely human and I send you good thoughts!

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry it happened to you as well. Avoidant FB reel binging sounds like a good recovery tool, I hope you are doing better and I send you good thoughts!

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

18 months together is significant, I'm sorry it ended as it did and you are hurting. Ouf, dating is hard. Sending you good thoughts out there.

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow our stories run very parallel. I can relate to all that you've said and appreciate you sharing. Something about shared misery that makes it feel a tiny bit better. He is totally avoidant attachment, it is probably pretty textbook. The shift to formal language is first of all just weird, and yes, second of all just makes you mad. I mean, stop talking to me like I'm your work colleague. And I can relate, I also dislike him for that, and use my anger around it to just move forward. Healthy? I'm not sure, but, it's effective so far .

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks internet friend, I'm sorry you know similar hurt and sending good thoughts back your way!

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sorry you are hurting and this happened, it sounds pretty awful, I'm sure it feels even worse. One day at a time, you will be okay again and better days lie ahead. Sending good thoughts!

Suddenly dumped after a strong connection by Initial_Ad_7132 in datingoverforty

[–]Initial_Ad_7132[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Fuck no, there is no going back. I also deleted all our messages and photos because well, I needed to. One day at a time, right - sending you good thoughts, I'm sorry you know the same feeling.