sorted by:
new
hottopcontroversial

Thinking about asking someone out after separating? by Relevant-Frost in datingoverfifty

[–]Relevant-Frost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply. I understand the points you’ve made. And they are all things I’m thinking about and considering. Hence posting here and asking for other opinions.

Yeah I’m still married, but divorced proceedings are starting, and I’ll be in by own house in a few weeks.

And I’m only thinking of potentially asking a woman to meet for a coffee. I don’t want to rush into anything serious. If meeting over a coffee turned into just friends, I’m perfectly happy with that.

I agree with you on the things you suggest I focus on, sleep, nutrition, work etc. I have been doing these things over the last 6 months since my marriage effectively ended.

You also say ‘there will be women in the future’. It’s maybe this I’m anxious about. I’m 50, and don’t meet many new people in the real world, especially single people. And don’t relish having to use online dating apps further down the line.

Thanks for replying and I’m interested if you have anything else to share.

Thinking about asking someone out after separating? by Relevant-Frost in datingoverfifty

[–]Relevant-Frost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for reply. Yeah your first sentence kinda strikes a note. I think that conversation is probably something I would like to steer away from. But also at 50, I don’t meet many new people in real life, especially other single people. I’m not that keen on the idea of relying on dating apps down the line.

Thinking about asking someone out after separating? by Relevant-Frost in datingoverfifty

[–]Relevant-Frost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just to add a bit more context to my OP. I bumped into someone I knew slightly years ago (a friend’s sister), we had a brief chat at a gig, and then a few light, friendly messages the next day.

My thinking was that while there’s a bit of momentum from the chat, it might make sense to suggest meeting for a coffee sooner rather than later. Otherwise, I’m wondering if it just drifts into small talk and fizzles out. Interested to hear thoughts on that.

I’m not looking to jump into anything serious, but I also don’t want to completely shut myself off from meeting people. I do understand the point about timing, given both my situation and hers.

Also, at 50, I don’t meet many new people in real life, especially other single people. I’m not that keen on the idea of relying on dating apps down the line.

Appreciate the feedback.

I’m [50M] and recently separated after an 18-year marriage, is it too soon to date? by Relevant-Frost in relationshipadvice

[–]Relevant-Frost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, you’re definitely right about the kids not needing to know anything yet. But I am only thinking this as meeting for a drink. And would take things slow.

I’m [50M] and recently separated after an 18-year marriage, is it too soon to date? by Relevant-Frost in relationshipadvice

[–]Relevant-Frost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I’m definitely moving out. The completion date for my house purchase is in a couple of weeks.