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Worried about the man I’ve been seeing

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whyisnothingsimple · 30/12/2025 13:43

I’ve been seeing someone for 17 months - long distance a 2hr drive away. I mainly go to him as we do a hobby together where he lives. We see one another every 2 weeks or so. Recently he has not replied to messages for several days . We both live alone and, apart from this hobby, doesn’t do much else - I have family very near. He hasn’t replied to my message on Saturday - messaged today to ask if he is ok - not read so tried to phone - again no reply so left a voice message asking him to let me know he’s ok. He would normally do the hobby this afternoon - I know someone who also attends at the same time - would it be unreasonable to contact her to ask if he is there? He hates drama as do I but I’m getting really worried - it could be that he’s just ghosting me and don’t want to involve others if that is the case.

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JumpBoyJump · 25/08/2026 11:51

This is amazing!!
I was following your thread when you stated it and was a lovely read to see it come up today and your updates since chrismtas. So happy for you!

And a relationship with your own houses and lives, but then spending time together and holidaying sounds ideal.

Yay!

Trumptontown · 25/08/2026 11:51

Yay OP, lovely update 😊

arethereanyleftatall · 25/08/2026 11:46

Fabulous update!! Enjoy op x

Tamtim · 25/08/2026 10:49

What a fantastic update. Go you. I love that you got rid of ‘twat’ and went on to find someone much more suitable and who clearly adores you. Warms my heart. Have a lovely holiday. ❤️

Joliloily · 25/08/2026 10:32

Brilliant @whyisnothingsimple . ❤️❤️❤️

stayathomegardener · 25/08/2026 10:30

Lovely update, enjoy your holiday.

Loulou4022 · 25/08/2026 10:28

What an amazing update I’m so pleased for you. I sometimes think we have to kiss a few frogs to know our worth and find our Prince. Well worked like that for me anyway.

Tcateh · 25/08/2026 10:22

SliceofTosst · 24/08/2026 21:34

Honestly never know what's round the corner. I'm older and I met somebody unexpectedly too.

So happy for you!

That's so great to hear. I have hope, in my late 50s and been alone years.

LittlestBoho · 24/08/2026 21:54

Wonderful updates! It just shows that getting rid of the dead wood from our lives allows new growth to flourish.

SliceofTosst · 24/08/2026 21:34

Honestly never know what's round the corner. I'm older and I met somebody unexpectedly too.

So happy for you!

NoCommentingFromNowOn · 24/08/2026 20:50

How lovely these updates are!

AMurderofMurderingCrows · 24/08/2026 20:44

Brilliant update ❤️ so pleased it's all working out for you.

Plmnki · 24/08/2026 20:16

So pleased it turned out well, in hindsight the twat pushing you to end it was a positive thing. So glad you have a great life and someone lovely :)

whyisnothingsimple · 24/08/2026 20:00

Another update - new man and I continue to go from strength to strength - we are off on holiday in a few weeks and so looking forward to it - family met and he’s got an invite to Christmas lunch from my DIL and she’s a tough cookie to get an approval - didn’t like twat but never said a word to me until it was over. Twat has kept in touch and still wants me to go down to see him - eh no!!!! I’m 69 next Monday and have to say, I’m
living my best life ever - new man (ok I’ll out him, his name is Steve) is caring, supportive and loving - can’t cook but that’s ok as I can. He does stuff around my house and takes most of his washing home ( although I have given him a very small space in my wardrobe plus 1 drawer - that’s my limit) We have had a few hiccups on the way but are able to talk openly and sort it out - best relationship I’ve ever had!!!

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Annie202 · 03/05/2026 09:09

What a wonderful update! Thank you and all the very best x

deeahgwitch · 03/05/2026 08:58

Delighted for you @whyisnothingsimple ❤️

RelishingGrpSupport · 02/05/2026 22:15

Lovely update, thanks for sharing and best wishes

campfirenights · 02/05/2026 15:28

Just read through the entire thread and update. So glad you’ve found happiness and honesty in your new relationship. So pleased for you 😁

decorationday · 02/05/2026 15:28

That's wonderful.

SliceofTosst · 02/05/2026 15:14

Fantastic news!

This is what happens when you know your worth and don't just accept OK.

I wish you both happiness with each other 💐

Tinsles · 02/05/2026 14:58

So delighted for you.
Together but apart is a great set up.
Being in a loving committed relationship but maintaining your own home and space has several of my friends in their 60's truly living their best lives.
Enjoy every minute of it but think long and hard before you give up your own space.
Keep in touch.
Great to hear from you.

Alwaystired23 · 02/05/2026 13:32

That's a great update. I'm pleased for you op!

KittyWilkinson · 02/05/2026 13:32

That's a lovely update, you sound so happy! Flowers

whyisnothingsimple · 02/05/2026 13:27

Another quick update for all of you who were so great at supporting me late last year when twat ignored me. New man and I have continued to see one another 2/3/4 nights a week since we met. He is absolutely lovely, talks honestly and openly, makes me feel great and supports me (and I him) in meaningful and caring ways. He stayed last night and we both admitted we had fallen for one another. Had a long chat about what that means to us both - neither of us wish to live with someone else again but love how the relationship has developed. When he left this morning, it was so lovely to hear him say I love you - we both admitted that we are a little scared but said we will communicate honestly and work things out together. I didn't think I would feel this way again after 2 long marriages and several other relationships - was just looking for a FWB situation but here we are. I'll be 69 this year and he will be 67 and having the time of our lives - next step will be meeting children/grandchildren in the near future..One very happy lady here!

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Unpaidworkmakestheeconomytick · 13/04/2026 19:28

Great update and perfect response to Twat’s booty call. What a twat!

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