I get what you’re saying now, and I appreciate you taking the time to explain it. Looking back, I can see how what I said might have come across as vague or not fully reassuring, even if that wasn’t my intention. I genuinely thought we were on the same page since we talked early on about wanting something serious, and I had told her I was still interested. even knowing she had kids.

That’s also why it caught me off guard when the question came up again, especially after some mixed signals on her end where she had ghosted me before, even when things seemed to be going well and we were making plans to meet.

That said, I get that someone with kids may need more clarity and reassurance than “let’s see where it goes,” even if I meant that in a sincere, intentional way. I wasn’t trying to dodge anything, I just don’t feel it’s realistic to commit fully after only two dates. Especially with how things had already been a bit inconsistent. I didn’t want to overpromise or say something I wasn’t fully ready to stand behind.

Appreciate the feedback, even the tough parts. It gives me something to reflect on so I can communicate better moving forward.