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jesy · 16/11/2014 11:58

Can I start us ???'

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dippinmytoe · 05/12/2014 16:52

So do I... They say all sorts , or turn out to be yrs older than their pics etc.. I was on the verge of coming off dating sites.. It gets very tiresome listening to the same old crap and same old faces.

Docmartensanddungarees · 05/12/2014 16:52

Blossom I think Dippin gives good advice.. it is so hard and I have so many times found myself in that vicious circle and not knowing whether it's best to text and try to pick up the pace again, or give up. I try not to let it happen now, just go with the flow of conversation.

Juju It is a difficult time of year for it, sounds like a good plan.

Jesy I went all hormonal when I came off the pill too... It gets better!

Docmartensanddungarees · 05/12/2014 16:57

I too no longer know what to believe! But I carry on regardless, just watching out for any Hmm tales!

jesy · 05/12/2014 17:01

Doc

I'm just going to restart it I like the convenience of no periods lol

Think a combination of that , the comments I had of that nut case and not eaten for two days not helping x

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jesy · 05/12/2014 17:22

I think I should start an on line dating detective agency lol

I've just quizzed this bloke to death , he stated he a doc so bs radar up lol but so far he checks out!

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JuJuHeyHey · 05/12/2014 23:02

Several friends have pointed out that he might be poorly - everybody is ATM. Think you get a bit skeptical of everything after hearing so many tall tales on here! Anyway, we'll see if he texts back to rearrange or not.

I'm completely the opposite about the hormonal thing though - I'm off hormone-based contraceptives for the first time in years and I feel amazing. They were making my hair fall out, had really bad acne and generally felt awful, really depressed - having natural periods now is a great feeling. It's nice to feel my body's natural rhythm again - I'm even thinking I'll try natural family planning (god, I'm turning into my hippy mother). If I ever get a bf again and get the opportunity, that is ;-)

TortillasAndChocolate · 06/12/2014 07:06

Juju - what did he say when he cancelled?

JuJuHeyHey · 06/12/2014 09:49

He said he was unwell, which is perfectly feasible. I was just a bit skeptical because he texted rather than ringing (which I think is rude but he has this 'thing' about not liking ringing people) and he didn't say 'let's rearrange' or anything. But he was really nice when we met so I'll give him the benefit of the doubt if he does get in touch again. If not then ah well, you win some you lose some!

jesy · 06/12/2014 09:57

Juju

I'm not keen about chatting on fone either so that it probably true.
Give benifit of doubt x

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gottafindaman4yagirl · 06/12/2014 09:57

Suppose to have second date today, just don't feel enthusiastic at all. Major Tom seems to have cooled off, as I suspect he might coming on so strong to start. Like he's got his act down to a T.
I feel like a cynical witch today, plus someone close to me is suffering ill health so I'm worried about them.
Major Toms not cancelled but if he don't text this morning, and for a week he's been texting good morning before 9 am. I will treat myself to a cinema trip.
Anyone got some positive dating action going on?

jesy · 06/12/2014 10:09

Gotta

Well hopefully my walk still on , we chatted briefly last night .
Not sure tho,he older than I normally go for and seems very busy.

Plus last night I saw pictures of ppl I used to work with all out at my so called friends hen night

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MadeMan · 06/12/2014 11:59

"...but if he don't text this morning, and for a week he's been texting good morning before 9 am."

This is why I personally don't really do regular texting because if you're not careful it sets up a pattern that people expect you to keep up. He might have gone christmas shopping this morning Gotta as it's Saturday and he probably texts every morning during the week because he's bored at work; not that I'm comparing you to other time fillers such as Candy Crush. Smile

DollyRocker1 · 06/12/2014 13:27

Gotta I don't think there's any harm seeing Major Tom for a coffee or quick bite. It'll only be a couple of hours out of your day and there might be a valid explanation why he hasn't been in touch sooner.

I've got a date lined up for Monday night. I'll call him Mr Software Tester.

Do you have any male friends with whom you do couple type activities with - cinema, dinner etc - when you're single (don't mean FWB)? I do this with my friend Lee who I've known for years. Going to see Paddington together tomorrow.

jesy · 06/12/2014 15:05

I got stood up , he wasn't there wen I'd got to his he'd obviously been out as dog chew on front drive ( he shops in aldi by the way lol )
My head says delayed at work, heart says I've been stupid , I even knocked on the door lol and put dog chew on side so it didn't get soggy if it rains .

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SuperFlyHigh · 06/12/2014 16:33

dolly I did have 2 male friends like this one texted me after ages saying he had always fancied me but basically a filthy text!

The other I knew 7 years then he wanted to date me, I was flattered but didn't really want to do this he'd been made redundant etc it lasted all of 3 months and destroyed our friendship. Now looking back I think when we were out I didn't give anyone a chance as they assumed (wrongly) we were dating (before we did date).

SuperFlyHigh · 06/12/2014 16:34

jesy sorry to hear that. Wonder what happened?

jesy · 06/12/2014 18:09

He went to tell his parents that they going to be great grand parents .
Said he really sorry and suggested a hot chocci in local pub by his .I've said yes as I want to drop a card of near him

He got a of going on can't be easy knowing your teen pregnant.

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jesy · 06/12/2014 18:11

He'd texted me at half one but I didn't see it

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IsabeauMichelle · 06/12/2014 18:39

But if he had arrangements with you at a certain time, why did he do something else Confused

jesy · 06/12/2014 19:01

His daughter announced she was pregnant the night before , family need to come first .
But tomorrow last chance

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IsabeauMichelle · 06/12/2014 19:02

Yes, I get that bit, but why go and see his parents at the time he was supposed to be meeting you? He had the whole of the rest of the day to do that!

jesy · 06/12/2014 19:16

I don't know tbh ,but has been apologetic

We waited 18 months another day won't hurt

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MadeMan · 06/12/2014 19:41

"We waited 18 months another day won't hurt"

You organised today's date 18 months ago and then he stood you up?

SuperFlyHigh · 06/12/2014 20:26

Ah well that'll be crunch I wouldn't bother after 18 months pregnant daughter or not.

gottafindaman4yagirl · 06/12/2014 20:40

My date with Major Tom was lovely, he's very sweet. My dads in a bad way with his health so I am anxious at the moment. He said he would drive me to Hospital if I needed him to.
I am so not use to being told I am pretty and stuff, he is not bothered about having more children which is a plus for me. I know its way to soon to care but I don't want to waste his or my time if we want different things.
He's very handsome and got a fit body, he's a good dad and I felt relaxed with him.

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