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Mspire · 19/11/2010 19:24

hello,

I have a DS aged 6 and have been single for 4 years, yes you read that right Blush.
I am starting to wonder if there is something fundementally wrong with me, and i am scared that il be single for another 4.
I do go out a couple Saturdays a month, and i dont even get luck then.
Where are the men, or are the decent ones really spoken for? Anyone know of any hotspots to meet some guys, to even to network with? Anyone else been single for this long?

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Biobytes · 19/11/2010 19:26

Hiding under a stone, dressed like frogs initially, but believe me, there are some very nice people out there. I have kissed some very considerate frogs and a very disdainful prince. I would take the frogs any day! (but then I'm a frog too) :)

boobettie · 20/11/2010 10:43

Hi, I hate to say this but I have a DS 8 yrs, and been single for 6 years and met no one of any significance during this period. I don't really go out but used to and still didn't meet anyone. I doubt very much that there's anything wrong with you at all. There are men out there but I do believe you have to be ready to meet someone and sometimes without you even knowing, you're not really ready. You could try internet dating, personally I found it a bit depressing, but know of people who've had some luck. Don't wait about for a man to make you happy, just get on with your life and someone will come along. Sorry can't be much more help.

gillybean2 · 20/11/2010 13:33

Probably lone parents topic isn't the best one to post this question as we're all single (some of us way longer than your 4 or 8 years...)
Though I'd actually like to know the answer too when you get it so it's not all bad! Grin

lilac21 · 20/11/2010 18:03

I do online dating...it gets me out, if nothing else! I also joined Spice, they may have a group in your area.

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Mspire · 20/11/2010 23:38

I do get on with life :)but in a way wanting and looking forward to a decent man to distract me from my usual routine. Some excitment... just need to be pulled away from this "ground hog day" approach to life. Perhaps i am not ready deep down and i should go with the idea that it will happen when i least expect it to. I have subscribed to match.com and so far no luck. It is frustrating.

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lemonsquish · 21/11/2010 01:05

I've been single for a lot longer than 4 years and still don't feel ready really. I think it's best to concentrate on your children and yourself, the rest will follow (I have been told). I have dabbled on POF but not met anyone....scared off by 20 messages in 24 hours! Confused I hid my profile and didn't reply to any Blush. Sorry, I haven't any advice.

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Mspire · 21/11/2010 01:09

I am at some comfort to know that i am not the only one, thanks :)

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