single forever? feels like it

[mustbemyturn]

ive been single for almost 2 years. One short no strings fling and two one night stands.
rubbish.

Internet dating is the work of the devil, and tbh - i dont get out to pubs/clubs that much. i have no single friends. Going out to gigs and things... well, people just dont chat people up at these sort of things. or at least - they dont chat me up.

i cant join a club or something in the evening as i cant afford a babysitter regulary, and family wont do it regulary.

My short fling i had - i found it exhuasting, so much effort - though maybe if i liked him it wouldnt be.

Im starting to feel like i would like to be in a relationship - but as far as i can see its pretty hopeless, ive got quite high standards, and im not prepared to just be with someone for the sake of it, id rather be on my own.

should i get a load of cats or what?

No more than 1 cat, otherwise your house will smell :)

Persist with the internet dating & you may find someone worthwhile. Do you know any other singles with whom you could swap babysitting nights? Ask your coupley friends if they know anyone suitable for you. I don't know how old your children are but if they are at first school make sure you talk to other parents to make friends.

Alternatively, chat men up in clubs and gigs. They'll love it (or at least I would) and you know you'll both like the same sort of music or entertainment.

i dont know any other single people. Im very much the first of the divorcess.

noone knows anyone.

Child is not at school yet - but will start soon.

i dont tend to go to clubs anymore and gigs its loud music with lots of jumping around. not really a chance for chatting... then as im out with someone in a couple, their boyfriend is waiting outside to pick us up straight after, ori have to get back for babysitter, or they do.

i will persist with internet dating - ive been doing it for nearly 2 years and have yet to meet someone nice who i liked, and who was interested back.

I got a partner needing rehoming - your very welcome to him if you can give him a good home.

you sound quite negative about the whole dating process, not that I blame you, but I wouldn't do it unless you suspect you may get some enjoyment from it

Are you looking your foxy foxiness? If so, get new photos taken and redo your online advert to get a lot of new replies.

Get your ad on lots of sites too.

Then just get out as much as possible and look amazing.

I don't know why I feel I'm in a position to give advice, though - I'm looking around my room and nope, no visible man.