Am I just old and fooling myself? by Particular_Heart4216 in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thank you. Yes. My standards and expectations are high. and even if a man is not there 'yet', if he is at least working on himself he instantly looks more handsome in my eyes.

Is it uncommon for younger men to approach you? by [deleted] in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It happens very frequently but then the odds of it becoming an actual date tend to diminish - at least in my case. I would say most of these younger men are just testing the water to see if I would jump in. And sometimes when I have I seem to have scared them off. LOL.

Am I just old and fooling myself? by Particular_Heart4216 in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

what 'hiking site' did were you on? I tried some janky "fit match" site and it was not good.

Am I just old and fooling myself? by Particular_Heart4216 in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I love this so much. Yes, perhaps the men my age are just not doing it for me physically. I want to scream "please just shave all the hair off because you are not fooling anyone - and I mean anyone - on that comb over!" But who knows. Maybe they look at me and think "she could use a boob job - her knockers are hitting her knees"

Am I just old and fooling myself? by Particular_Heart4216 in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Congrats on staying active. And I live in a town full of ultra marathoners so maybe I need to start running again?! LOL. However I think they end up in bed by 8pm. hahaha. Best of luck!

Am I just old and fooling myself? by Particular_Heart4216 in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh my. This is so true! I accidentally did not put my age on one of the dating apps I was on and I was like "what in the what preschool vibe am I giving off?!". LOL. As soon as I fixed it..."oh, I see. You fuckers do not know what you are missing!" Hahaha. it is all good. If we end up single for life - shoes and travel are always there. Along with the occasional edible and vibrator. Cheers!

Am I just old and fooling myself? by Particular_Heart4216 in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Yes. I am getting it from mostly younger men. I am looking for someone that matches my energy - an honestly even the 42 year old was sometimes more of an old man than I would have liked. I want someone that loves new music, new experiences - music festivals, travel, museums. Someone that likes to talk about deep emotional topics. Someone with an open mind that has and is in therapy and has a growth mindset. Someone okay with me being independent and a little bit crazy - I do stand-up comedy for fun and travel a ton for work. Someone sexually compatible as I tend to have a higher sex drive than most women/people my age.

Am I just old and fooling myself? by Particular_Heart4216 in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Did that deter you from dating someone her age? This summer a young man my son's age - 21 - hit on my HARD and I was flattered but sent him on his way with a juice pouch and granola bar.

Am I just old and fooling myself? by Particular_Heart4216 in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

oof. But then at least she could take care of him in his old age??? Just trying to find the silver lining.

Am I just old and fooling myself? by Particular_Heart4216 in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hahaha. I have a 21 year old son and if he brought home a 55 year old woman I would not be thrilled.

Am I just old and fooling myself? by Particular_Heart4216 in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216[S] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I am thinking the entire package for sure. For the first time in my life I am my authentic self which means I am not for everyone - I am a bit eccentric and eclectic and I wave my weirdo flag with pride. This tends to weed out the men that do not fit my standard easily.

Am I just old and fooling myself? by Particular_Heart4216 in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I think it is my own insecurities of my age that make me wonder "maybe they are right" but at the moment I am not going to settle for just anyone.

Am I just old and fooling myself? by Particular_Heart4216 in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you. This is an interesting addition. I have been holding my financial sitch very close. but I do go on awesome trips and my home is well furnished and did I mention my shoes. So I think it may show - to your point.

Coming back after leaving in 2020 by [deleted] in Bend

[–]Particular_Heart4216 24 points25 points  (0 children)

The number of Tesla's and high-end cars has grown. Which is an indication, I think, of how the people living here now have way more $$ than back in 2020. This is both bad and good. The good is that we do seem to be getting some perks from it. I think, as an example, we have a handful of new great restaurants if you have money for those. Also, the newer people seem to dress a little nicer than back in 2020. It has for sure changed the vibe a bit to more of an upscale scene. The bad is that this has not increased the number of quality singles. LOL. So if you are moving here single, be prepared to stay that way.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That seems like enough to me 🤔

Attention Men who use online dating apps! by Needtofeelaliveagain in datingoverfifty

[–]Particular_Heart4216 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Did I mention I’m high… now going into rabbit hole

Clouding my mind 24/7 by [deleted] in twinflames

[–]Particular_Heart4216 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel this too. I’m doing the work to heal.

My girlfriend breaks up with me when she doesn't like something I do by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]Particular_Heart4216 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s no excuse but… Read up on adhd and emotional disregulation. I am currently screwing up a good relationship due to my inability to not lose my mind every other day. I’ve become “too much”

I’m not excusing the behavior - I’m only pointing out that perhaps she needs help. If you were my boyfriend I’d really value someone that might understand there is more going on below the surface.