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I'll let you know in the morning if I'm not too hungover

115 replies

lightpineapple · 22/10/2023 11:09

Agh

Dating someone who I'm very fond of and who I think is fond of me. From the beginning I have thought there were lifestyle incomptabilities that would mean a relationship would be unlikely to work. However, we like spending time together and have been happily doing so for around 6 months now.

Yesterday I asked if he'd like to spend tonight together. I've had an exhausting week so plan to be in relaxing anyway, would be nice if he joins, no issue if not.

He said he'd message me today and let me know if he's not too hungover. Obviously no message yet and I don't expect one for quite some time....

It's just beyond me that at this point in life (35 i think he is?) you'd go on a night out and not being able to stop yourself getting so wasted that you'd end up losing the entire next day and evening. Am i being too harsh? I like to go out, but the punishment of being ill the next day means I am very moderate in my drinking Grin Also, in this economy, the cost!

I know it's a pointless thread as I either need to decide it's not for me and end it, or accept it and not mull on it. But it's hard when you like someone and I feel I definitely can be too judgemental when dating.

OP posts:
Tontostitis · 23/10/2023 07:54

He's not for you, you can do better.

junbean · 23/10/2023 07:55

It would be a complete turnoff for me. It's childish and says a lot about them for sure.

IamnotSethRogan · 23/10/2023 08:01

Was he watching the rugby? Like as in it was sort of an occasion as opposed to just randomly getting wasted on a Saturday?

I'm sort of on the fence. I'm a married mother and i love a good night out. Him going out and having some drinks wouldn't bother me. However even if I was hungover, if I wanted to see someone going and watching some films in the evening would be ideal.

Themerrygoround · 23/10/2023 09:52

@ActDottie there has been no update did he come over? Or did he get back to you at all ?

Livingonthedarkside · 23/10/2023 19:16

So did he commit and stay, or did you throw him back in the sea?

porridgeisbae · 23/10/2023 19:24

Op says a relationship is unlikely to work, and they enjoy spending time together.

He doesn't act like he values that much.

She's not the only priority in his life. If he doesn't do this every single weekend, he's allowed to have a night on the lash

If I were him I'd probably just've said I wasn't available to see her, but arranged for some other time. 'If I'm not too hungover' just comes across badly.

I didn't get the impression that OP is seeing it as a FWB situation, or she'd probably be less annoyed by his attitude.

Lindyloomillion1 · 23/10/2023 19:26

Depends on what you want from this relationship.I think if you enjoy your time together, keep it at that level and go on enjoying yourselves. Having friends like that is precious.
If however, you are looking for a long term partner to have a family with, you are obviously not very compatible.

vickylou78 · 23/10/2023 21:15

I think all depends on whether this is a one off (ie. Out watching England rugby or a birthday outing etc.) or whether he's out binge drinking every weekend. I'm 45 and still enjoying a good night out every now and again! I'd think if he was feeling a bit fragile he may just not want to drive over (especially if he can't stay the night!!!)

SumthingAndNuthing · 23/10/2023 21:43

I also need to know why OP can’t have overnight guests? Can’t be much fun for him to Netflix and chill and then have to trudge home again because he’s not allowed to stay over?

Lovemychair · 23/10/2023 23:28

It's the fact that he's happy to keep you hanging that's the problem.

IceCreamSundaeCat · 24/10/2023 07:36

Another one strangely fascinated by why OP can't have overnight guests, sorry OP!

Wouldyouguess · 24/10/2023 07:58

Myhusbandearns150k · 22/10/2023 15:10

Why would you want to spend your evening with a hungover person. You must really like him.

She doesn't? Do people really struggle with basic reading comprehension?

Imaginemissmarple · 24/10/2023 18:35

My sister married a guy who wanted to be an eternal student and was going out on the Randan a few nights a week, it became untenable after they married as it impacted every part of their life, he spent all his wages on going out, was constantly hungover and in bed, he struggled to plan anything outside of going to pub. It feels a red flag …..

Myhusbandearns150k · 24/10/2023 20:11

Wouldyouguess · 24/10/2023 07:58

She doesn't? Do people really struggle with basic reading comprehension?

No one cares what you think. I hope being condescending on here makes you feel cool.

Wouldyouguess · 24/10/2023 20:25

Myhusbandearns150k · 24/10/2023 20:11

No one cares what you think. I hope being condescending on here makes you feel cool.

Edited

If by condescending you mean "being able to read and understand a few simple sentences", then yes I am! I also feel it's a pretty cool skill.
Plenty of opportunities around to hone your reading skills hun!

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