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Help me NOT send this text!

183 replies

HelpMeSitOnMyHands · 19/08/2014 16:36

Cherchez l'homme. Of course, it's about a man.

I met him April, we got to know each other slowly. I realised I liked him, and that he was a patient, good humoured, clever, creative person, who cared about thinngs. We tentatively discovered we both liked each other. We have been on two dates, that's all, but they were a full week apart because I was away in between. He was supposed to be coming over to my house later, and I sent a text to suggest a time. I realise I haven't heard from him since early monday morning. Just after midnight Sunday I mean. Now I'm sitting on my hands. I'm quite mumsnet savvy. I recognise the red flags. I recognise a player and a narc. I thought this guy was lovely. He seemed to like me back. We were actually chatting (and I know you can't count on beer-talk) about the near future iyswim.

Help me not to send a sarky "?" by text now. My house is clean on the plus side. I'm going to go and get a bottle of wine, for mySELF. Whether he comes or not.

OP posts:
StaringBlankly · 19/08/2014 20:03

Is he there yet OP?

Changeitplease · 19/08/2014 20:06

What's happening OP? Are you ok?

Castlemilk · 19/08/2014 20:07

Good God. If he hasn't even bothered to reply to your texts, I'd actually be pretty pissed off if he sauntered in expecting dinner tonight!

That's just RUDE. And in the context of a potential relationship, not fucking on at all.

I'm afrais that when no text reply materialised by lunchtime today, I'd have made sure there was no meal waiting, in case he did turn up. 'Oh! Um - you never replied to my text. No meal, I'm afraid - I assumed you would be polite enough to confirm you were coming. If you want to get a pizza, here's the special offers- I don't mind if you eat it on my sofa...'

Shlurpbop · 19/08/2014 20:07

I have everything crossed for you!

judypoops · 19/08/2014 20:07

Hope he's there!

HanselandGretel · 19/08/2014 20:07

Something tells me he would have replied, doubt he will just turn up.

wobblywilma · 19/08/2014 20:07

I keep refreshing the thread! :D hope's turned up OP!

AliceDoesntLiveHereAnymore · 19/08/2014 20:11

does seem rather cheeky to show up expecting meal without bothering to answer texts though....

HelpMeSitOnMyHands · 19/08/2014 20:11

Im just preparing supper for one here. Going to go easy on the wine, although i do feel i really deserve a glass and it wont hit the sides......

I can hardly believe it. Not only did i think he was a great guy, that we were very compatible, and that he was mature and treated others with respect, but i thought (embarrassed now,) he was crazy about me. Clearly i was wrong...

OP posts:
TonyThePony · 19/08/2014 20:12

I hope the lack of response means OP and UT (Useless Texter) are enjoying their dinner with a lovely bottle of wine Smile

HelpMeSitOnMyHands · 19/08/2014 20:13

I hope he squirms like a worm at work.

OP posts:
TonyThePony · 19/08/2014 20:13

Oh fuck. Sorry for the crap x-post!

Still, I wouldn't text. Just see how he is when you next see him.

Enjoy your wine! Least you don't have to share it Wink

HelpMeSitOnMyHands · 19/08/2014 20:14

Nobody knows and i didnt sleep with him. So thank god for those two small mercies.

I am GUTTED though.

OP posts:
ladygracie · 19/08/2014 20:14

No! You must not feel embarrassed at all. He is the one who has behaved badly. You have done nothing wrong.
It feels shitty though so you have my sympathy.

wobblywilma · 19/08/2014 20:15

... Oh no OP, still no word then? Maybe give it til.half past and give him a ring? If he doesn't pick up then you have your answer.

ladygracie · 19/08/2014 20:15

Yes to the squirming. Make sure you are cool, calm and dignified when you see him. What a twat.

sonjadog · 19/08/2014 20:16

He's an arse. Shame that he didn't turn out to be a great guy but better you found out now than later. I know that isn't much consolation right now.

pictish · 19/08/2014 20:16

Jeez...he could've bothered letting you know.
Fucking rude not to.

StaringBlankly · 19/08/2014 20:16

Sorry OP.

What a tool!

sonjadog · 19/08/2014 20:17

I would go for ignoring him on Friday. He isn't worth it.

gottafindaman4yagirl · 19/08/2014 20:18

What a pig of a man, get a pillow and punch the hell out of it imagining his face. I know I would be upset to the point of tears.

Lucky escape for you, the man is a spineless coward.

LiberalLibertines · 19/08/2014 20:19

Urgh, what a twat!

HanselandGretel · 19/08/2014 20:19

Why would she give til half past and then ring??? She's not desperate.

SirRaymondClench · 19/08/2014 20:19

Sad so sorry he turned out to be such a dick-split Op.

I had hoped he would turn up Thanks

Changeitplease · 19/08/2014 20:20

I am so upset for you :( he is such a bastard!