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AIBU to think he may be a cock lodger?

175 replies

Xmasiscoming2020 · 06/12/2020 10:38

Met a lovely guy a year ago who lives 90 miles away. From a few months in he started asking when he was going to move in (in a joking manner, but constant). He also said he would like us to have a child in a few years.

He is very lovely but there are issues...he is obsessed with body image, constant calorie counting to the point that it interferes with daily life (oh I'm fasting today so I won't have fish and chips on the beach as we planned, etc). He has daily health issues which are mostly in his head but dilapidate him regularly. He has ED but is 'putting off following up on doc appointments because of Coronavirus'...he says other people need the NHS more.

Now...I'm 40, had 3 children, but love the family life and wouldn't be adverse to having one last chance at a family. I own my own home through bloody hard graft. Upon meeting this lovely man and considering his wants, I explained that age is not on my side and if that's what he wants then we'll need to plan appropriately, sooner rather than later (putting aside my concerns about his various issues, which aren't deal breakers).

We had words the other day because I feel that I have tried to accommodate him and his desires...given him an office in my home to work from with a view to him moving in soon anyway, applied for a better job as we'll be needing more money (didn't get it), have him practically live here etc. I feel he is offering very little to get where we are supposed to be going. He is refusing to even consider looking for alternative work, his notice date keeps changing with no specific date set ever. He constantly talks about how wonderful his own county is. He is in debt with a repayment plan over 2 years but talks about getting several things on finance, including a car soon!

We have come to blows this week because he went home on Monday to sort things to sell, for a move here. He put some things he doesn't use from his shed up for sale and then wanted to come back here. I said I'd like him to stay there and get some significant progress done as the last I heard, he was handing in his notice in the New Year. He now says he doesn't know when he'll hand it in.

I have told him that I am more than happy to go back to dating him to take the pressure off, if he is reluctant to commit. That doesn't involve him practically living at mine though...but he's not happy about that.

I'm a very hands on type. If something needs doing then it's all hands on deck. He is very sloth. I'm getting older and this situation doesn't sit well with me. The uncertainty is making me depressed. I don't know whether I'm coming or going anymore.

OP posts:
Yohoheaveho · 06/12/2020 12:26

@AllTheUsernamesAreAlreadyTaken

Please don't let this man ruin you. He will drain your finances, financial security, energy, happiness, self worth. This will all affect your children and your relationships with them in various ways. You're so much better off without him. You need a partner who adds to your current life and compliments it. Not one who makes life harder. Find one who deserves you x
Yup! He's more tapeworm than cocklodger
OhioOhioOhio · 06/12/2020 12:28

I'm bored of him just reading your post. Get rid of him.

Apileofballyhoo · 06/12/2020 12:33

People should make your life easier, not harder.

TwentyViginti · 06/12/2020 12:33

He's more tapeworm than cocklodger

Absolutely!

I'm bored of him just reading your post. Get rid of him

I'm truly baffled why OP wants to carry on seeing the boring twatsack.

A baby with that as a father? Lunacy!

Anotherlovelybitofsquirrel · 06/12/2020 12:33

He's more tapeworm than cocklodger

One of the best things I have ever read on MN Grin

Goldensnitchy · 06/12/2020 12:36

Ugh he sounds like such a waste of space, please just end it

Xmasiscoming2020 · 06/12/2020 12:38

Giving notice on his flat, not his job. He works from home due to the pandemic.

Thank you everyone. You have reaffirmed what I was already thinking. Don't get me wrong, he is a lovely guy in a lot of ways. But this situation isn't good enough. I feel as though I have done my part but he isn't pulling his weight enough for me to make any major changes to my life.

OP posts:
donquixotedelamancha · 06/12/2020 12:41

Met a lovely guy a year ago...........proceeds to describe total dickhead.

Yohoheaveho · 06/12/2020 12:41

@Xmasiscoming2020

Yes I am thinking I'm probably wasting time Confused.

My two eldest have moved out so it's just me and my son, who really likes him. We do all enjoy spending time together and I love him very much. But I'm old and wise Wink and don't want to be here in another 12 months time.

He has deliberately made buddies with your son to make it more difficult for you to reject him. Now that he has the loyalty of your son he will be able to manipulate him into taking his side against you if he he is able to bring his plan to fruition ...ie move into your property. You have said that you're not happy about him 'practically living with you' and he expressed his displeasure about that, thereby acting as if he has a right to your home he started laying the groundwork might from the kickoff... 'jokingly' asking when can he move in and then acting as if he has a right to be in your home. Totally trying to stitch you up!
Purplehatsandflowers · 06/12/2020 12:43

@OhioOhioOhio

I'm bored of him just reading your post. Get rid of him.
me too.
Giraffey1 · 06/12/2020 12:43

Why are you bothering? He has too many issues , isn’t honest about his work intentions, is leaving all the running to you ... none of these are attractive features!

Purplehatsandflowers · 06/12/2020 12:45

@Xmasiscoming2020

Giving notice on his flat, not his job. He works from home due to the pandemic.

Thank you everyone. You have reaffirmed what I was already thinking. Don't get me wrong, he is a lovely guy in a lot of ways. But this situation isn't good enough. I feel as though I have done my part but he isn't pulling his weight enough for me to make any major changes to my life.

thing is too, you are trying to squish him into the partner-shaped hole you have in your head. Too much squishing required. He is SO wrong for you. and if he gets his feet under the table you will have a devil of a time getting him out.

Let him go on to someone he is perfect for.

Find the perfect someone for YOU.

It shouldn't be this hard, really. xx

makingmammaries · 06/12/2020 12:45

If it’s the hustle and bustle of a family that you want, maybe get a dog. Not a CL.

Well done for diagnosing him, OP. He definitely does not deserve you.

Purplehatsandflowers · 06/12/2020 12:47

When i say it should not be this hard, what i mean is a relaitonshio should have at least some effortless parts. You have to manage him in order to get him to adult.

Move on. Thanks

Winter2020 · 06/12/2020 12:51

Hi OP,
I have seen your comment that you have reconsidered the baby. I wanted to say that if you did consider a baby you must be absolutely 100% certain that it will be wanted and cherished even if your relationship breaks down and you become a single parent.

My elder son is 11 and my little one nearly 3. I am 41.
My husband and I joke longingly about the peace we would have had without having had another (although of course he is well loved) When he starts school I can't wait to go for a leisurely meal or browse a shop for leisure not groceries.

You have mentioned your 2 eldest have left home and you have one at home. I don't think you said how old your son at home is but I imagine he could have left home while your new baby was still little. If your boyfriend is nowhere to be seen you could be single parenting a toddler alone while your friends/peers are largely past the intensive parenting years and enjoying their leisure time again. The fact you don't seem to crave a baby but would have one for him I think you should rethink and reframe that you have raised your family and are now moving into the next phase of your life. If your boyf would like a family then set him free.

bluebell34567 · 06/12/2020 12:53

he wont be a fun guy after he moved in.

AlwaysCheddar · 06/12/2020 12:54

Do not let him move in. Call it a day. Don’t have a baby.

SallyNoMates · 06/12/2020 12:54

Your freedom is on the horizon after bringing up 3 children. Why on earth would you want to start again? Shock

TwentyViginti · 06/12/2020 12:55

@donquixotedelamancha

Met a lovely guy a year ago...........proceeds to describe total dickhead.
Grin
HolyBuckets · 06/12/2020 13:00

A cocklodger but without the cock! Sad

Oh dear.

SchadenfreudePersonified · 06/12/2020 13:04

he is a waste of space - and I think you know that but possibly aren't sure how to get rid of him - but you really need to.

You say you are 40 with three children - you can't let him blight their lives, even if you are prepared to let him spoil your own.

I'd dump him now, before we are right up to Christmas when it will be even harder. Just tell him it's not working for you.

GaraMedouar · 06/12/2020 13:06

Ah OP - I was in pretty much exactly your position. ExP was complete cocklodger, moved in, ran up debts etc - I was also nearly 40 and had that ‘last hormonal urge’ to have a final baby.
We did have DD together.

I put his kids from his marriage up every other weekend too for nearly seven years.
He was a lovely personable guy, but like having an extra child , he was the equivalent of a human Labrador, happy go lucky .

I ran myself ragged, was the breadwinner and sole person to pay mortgage, bills , etc.
For seven years.
I asked him to either contribute some money or leave - he shrugged and left. 4 years ago. Owing me £15k.

Now he sees DD on a Sunday (he won’t have her overnights though, just for a few hours - he’s more like a friendly uncle than a dad), and pays no maintenance. DD loves him though as he’s always lovable , fun Daddy.

Don’t be me OP.

I did , on the advice of solicitor get him to sign a letter stating he had no claim on my property . Thank goodness.
He did try and get me to take out life insurance to say he’d get a big payout if I died. I sometimes wonder if he was going to push me down the stairs .
He also wanted me to do a will so that if I died it stated he would be able to live in the house until his death before my kids got their inheritance. I said no to that ! Maybe he wasn’t as nice as his laid back persona suggested .....

I’m staying single now Grin

MrsBrunch · 06/12/2020 13:07

Are you going back to just seeing him at weekends or are you ending the relationship completely?

AllTheUsernamesAreAlreadyTaken · 06/12/2020 13:08

@HolyBuckets

A cocklodger but without the cock! Sad

Oh dear.

A flaccidlodger
HolyBuckets · 06/12/2020 13:09

Floplodger?

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