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...to not know how to respond to this message...

646 replies

WigglyBraddins · 22/10/2018 12:14

...from a "gentleman" with whom I had a recent liaison?

"Urgh, this is horrible for me, and for you, and it could well sour things and I would hate myself if it did. But, I have to be honest. I said you were not my normal type, physically, and that is very true. I am really attracted to slim women, I can't help it and have tried before, with it not getting very far. I completely accept that circumstances and free time dictate how we are able to shape ourselves. I understand if you are hurt by this, and trust me I hate it having to be a thing. I hate the idea of men dictating to a woman what they should look like, and I am not telling you to do anything. I am just saying, in the past at least, this issue has got in the way. If you did feel like meeting me in the middle on this then I am realistic and not as demanding as you might initially think. As I say I totally understand that your circumstances and how they are not exactly kind in this respect. There are literally zero other red flags, especially none outside of your control, maybe. Urgh, I am so sorry, I know how this issue can really fuck women up but as I say I can't help what I like, but I am super realistic about what is possible and what is not. Urgh urgh."

Suggestions for an appropriate response would be very much appreciated.

OP posts:
penisbeakers · 22/10/2018 13:25

"Fuck off and die you galloping barrel of wankflannels."

BruegelTheElder · 22/10/2018 13:26

I googled it and can't find it anywhere else online...?

Deathgrip · 22/10/2018 13:27

Yes, I’m sure it’s a copypasta circulated amongst MRA types - I think you’ve had a lucky escape here, OP. Negging piece of shit.

Queenie8 · 22/10/2018 13:27

How about replying "you're either a few months too late or too early with the April fools joke!" and then block.

You've dodged a bullet with him Wiggly.

Fizzysours · 22/10/2018 13:28

'Unfortunately I was trying to know how to word this...but you have halitosis (fixable) and I like average- to large penises (not fixable) so maybe we should just leave this?'

PumpkinSpiceAmericanoNoSugar · 22/10/2018 13:31

"I'm not sure that someone like you is in a position to be so picky, but I wish you luck, sometimes miracles happen. Bye"

Guiltypleasures001 · 22/10/2018 13:35

Take off and nuke him from orbit

"It's the only way to be sure" 😁

KirstyJC · 22/10/2018 13:39

"Oh phew - I was wondering how to break it to you that I wasn't feeling it either! I normally only go for men with big dicks that know how to use them, so I am relieved you saved me the bother of telling you I don't want a repeat."

Byrdie · 22/10/2018 13:39

I really think the classiest thing is to ingore the text and block him. He's clearly doing this to get a reaction which makes him a nasty and controlling person... and if he's actually genuinely written this in the hope that you'll give it any consideration, then he's an idiot. Why would you want to engage in any further conversation and waste one more second of your time on someone like this?

BruegelTheElder · 22/10/2018 13:40

Yes, I’m sure it’s a copypasta circulated amongst MRA types

If that's true then even more reason not to reply. He just wants attention.

RedPanda2 · 22/10/2018 13:42

Reply
1/10 on the neg scale

Deathgrip · 22/10/2018 13:43

Exactly - I wouldn’t respond at all, and I certainly wouldn’t be trying to insult him back, they feed off that shit. If you start making comments about his penis then it’s just proof to them that you’re another “Stacey” unworthy of a “real man” like him. Best to just avoid him and thank your lucky stars.

mydietstartsmonday · 22/10/2018 13:43

Just send an emoji of a piece of cake, a glass of wine & an Adonis and say life's too short lol!!!

Lamona · 22/10/2018 13:49

Hi.eugh. this is awkward. I can't remember which one you are. But if you're the one with the eugh terrible breath, who was eugh sub-par in bed and [fill in accurate unique fact about him] then you've saved me the bother of sending my "sorry but I don't think we should meet again " message.

Good luck with your future endeavours. Try some originality, and listerine, next time

LJFM2B · 22/10/2018 13:50

Oh wow, he must be mentally unstable to think that message is ok to send?!!! as an outsider its laughable but its actually really f-ing rude.

I personally would say, "wow this is the first time you have genuinely made me laugh, i hope you have a happy life with somebody who can be super realistic and meet you in the middle to all your needs"

ThatssomedeadbratCarrie · 22/10/2018 13:54

Second he is doing this to get a reaction. X

mamatomjl · 22/10/2018 13:55

Your a size 12 and he thinks your fat basically ? OMG 😂 I love how he always is trying to say that most men like a skinny woman 🤪 when I lose weight my DH tells me to slow down.

I'd say
Ah how nice, you think your actually attractive enough that a woman like myself would seriously give a shit for your opinion on my weight, hope you find a Victoria secret model that doesn't go for looks soon, but then again you would still be fucked because you have the shitty personality to. Nice to meet you though sorry about your small penis, not everyone is blessed in that area.

Worriedmummybekind · 22/10/2018 14:01

Hi xxx, thanks for your message. I have to be honest that I don’t have a very high tolerance for misogyny. I realise this isn’t your fault- society, upbringing etc but it puts me in an awkward position because I don’t normal see men who are as unreconstructed. Maybe you could take a few units from a women’s studies masters, just so you can try to curb this. Obviously it’s going to be really limiting you in your life and career more widely as women and many men will be giving you a wide birth. So I think this will actually really help you move forward in life.
It goes without saying that as healthy, happy woman I wouldn’t be able to sleep with you again. I hope you understand. It’s an ethical issue for me.
All the best,
Y

BrendasUmbrella · 22/10/2018 14:02

Remember that if you send him the link he could search your previous posts too. You might not care, but just a reminder.

And that is the longest "can you lose weight for me" message I've ever seen. Just block him. He doesn't even deserve a response.

itswinetime · 22/10/2018 14:06

if you send him the link he will get a hard on at the idea of all theses women talking about him. Read the message no one sends that! No one who thinks its ok to ask a women to loose weight is also reasonable enough to accept it might make him look like and arse and piss her off!!

SwimSwim · 22/10/2018 14:07

Oh I like pumpkins reply!! "I'm not sure someone like you is in the position to be so picky" 😂

Whyyounoeatmypie · 22/10/2018 14:10

@worriedmummybekind that would be my reply of choice too!

roundbottomflask · 22/10/2018 14:11

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Message withdrawn at poster's request.

exWifebeginsat40 · 22/10/2018 14:11

these are the situations that ‘lol’ was invented for.

SwimSwim · 22/10/2018 14:15

This is why it looked familiar to me..
www.indy100.com/article/this-woman-had-the-best-response-when-a-tinder-date-said-she-was-too-fat-to-love--WJCHq7ctfl

I hope this link works!