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Seeing a guy... is this weird?

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Athousanddiamonds · 25/08/2017 19:17

Hi, just want an opinion about a guy I've been seeing.

We met about 3 months ago and have been dating steadily. By dating I mean going for drinks at the pub on occasion and getting to know each other. We both work so only really see each other on the weekends. I have stayed at his house a few times had sex. We text often every day.

Anyway he seems nice enough, we talk a lot and I do fancy him. He split up from his previous gf last year, they were together for 12 years and owned a house together for 8. Not sure this is relevant to my post but just a bit of background.

Anyway we were at his house last weekend and something he said has been bugging me. I don't know if it's just me being sensitive. Years ago I had an unplanned pregnancy with my then bf. I was on the pill at then time and had no intention of being pregnant. I thought long and hard about what I wanted at the time and decided I couldn't go through with the pregnancy. I decided to terminate - please don't judge.

Anyway I brought this up with this guy last weekend (fuck knows why - must have been the wine) and his attitude towards me changed!! I mean like literally as soon as I said he went 'you did what?!! My family can never know about this' but he became almost nasty with me. I explained the pregnancy was never planned, it was contraception failure and not a decision I took lightly. But none of this seemed to matter, he was just completely off with me. I asked him if he had a problem with it - why should he when it's my past!! He replied no, but his family will!!!

I ended up having to justify the choices I made years ago and telling him as if I would tell your family!!! It's not something I talk about it general!!

I only brought it up as we were talking about our pasts. I haven't even met his family yet and sure as hell wouldn't introduce myself then bring it up!!

Was he BU or am I being sensitive? It's played on my mind all week although we have been texting the same as always.

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Athousanddiamonds · 25/08/2017 21:47

Love your last comment Crisp.

It's occurred to me I've been dating and slept with the equivalent of Donald Trump Shock Surprised he didn't grab me by the pussy. Grim.

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Athousanddiamonds · 25/08/2017 21:49

Oh and yes we definitely used contraception. He made it clear he had numerous conquests after his ex left

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crispandcheesesandwichplease · 25/08/2017 21:51

Lines from a Smiths song - can't remeber which, "On the day that your mentality, catches up with your biology, come round ...."

Athousanddiamonds · 25/08/2017 22:05

Great line Crisp Smile

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Athousanddiamonds · 25/08/2017 23:02

What the f...?

It must be a dead night wherever he's gone. He's just text saying he's sorry for what he said he didn't mean it. He's still unsure of people after his ex left. He asked can we discuss it and he says 'I know we have some differences but I'm hoping I can change your mind Smile'

Change my mind about what? Sod it, I'm not going to reply to it at all.

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ihatethecold · 25/08/2017 23:03

Grim.

Joysmum · 25/08/2017 23:27

Predictably he's texted again. Have you blocked him now?

Shynapple · 25/08/2017 23:29

He's sorry for telling you to fuck yourself? He didn't mean it?

Not sure how anyone gets out of that outburst with a weak apology.

I agree with you - not worth your time replying. Hope you are ok

Athousanddiamonds · 25/08/2017 23:31

I did. I don't want him becoming a pest.

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Athousanddiamonds · 25/08/2017 23:34

I am ok. Or I will be. It's a shame because up until last weekend I really did like him and was willing to overlook his childishness.

I was stupid for thinking we could have gone somewhere and trusting him with stuff about my past. You live and learn.

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crispandcheesesandwichplease · 25/08/2017 23:37

Don't re-engage with him OP. He's a fuckwit. Horrible but predictable yoyo behaviour of be a shit, apologise, be a shit apologise. He's clearly also got anger issues the way he sent the 3 texts in row earlier escalating to "fuck yourself' so quickly. It's silly, immature, and displays a lack of emotional regulation. I think you're well rid of someone like that.

Athousanddiamonds · 25/08/2017 23:40

Thank you Smile and don't worry I have blocked all forms of communication with him. He definitely has anger issues. Good luck to him I say.

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crispandcheesesandwichplease · 25/08/2017 23:43

Yep, he's made his big fat angry bed and he can slumber gaily in it! Get the gin out and find something decent to watch on TV or listen to some music. At least you don't have to shave your legs this weekend. Every cloud and all that ...!

Athousanddiamonds · 25/08/2017 23:47

Ah true and I've saved some money by not going out with him tomorrow Grin

At least we didn't get into a long term relationship and I didn't end up The Bride of Trump complete with church wedding

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Mum2OneTeen · 26/08/2017 00:04

Lucky escape there Diamonds, he did you a favour by reacting the way he did. What a prat! And the escalation to "go fuck yourself" was the final nail in the coffin really.

I'm in awe of your decisiveness, well done! Flowers

Athousanddiamonds · 26/08/2017 00:12

Thank you. At least I know it was all him and not me. Makes me feel less bad about ditching him

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HelenaDove · 26/08/2017 00:58

Jesus you dodged a bullet there OP.

Fucking misogynistic forced birthers pro lifers.

crispandcheese totally agree. I was brought up Catholic too and "quit" at 18

Ellisandra · 26/08/2017 07:30

Bloody hell - 5 minutes to "you're just like all the rest fuck you" ShockAngry

Thank goodness he showed his true colours even more bluntly than already - just think if he'd talked you round Sad

So glad you dumped him.
Biting a woman's bum - actually full on assault. Bloody hell.

Athousanddiamonds · 26/08/2017 08:41

Yep and the arrogance of him trying to 'change my mind'. Erm, no it it doesn't work like that.

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IDoDaChaCha · 26/08/2017 08:43

OP some people have very strong views on anti abortion. I doubt he will change his mind. I wouldn't pursue a relationship with him if his behaviour towards you has changed because of your last decision. He will keep judging you, and you don't need that.

IDoDaChaCha · 26/08/2017 08:44

Ah, just seen the update. Good for you.

JigglyTuff · 26/08/2017 09:03

I can't tell you how many men I've dumped who've reacted like that. Depressingly common. Glad you dodged the bullet OP

Athousanddiamonds · 26/08/2017 09:24

How anyone can judge someone else's past is beyond me. Hope you're ok Jiggly.

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JigglyTuff · 26/08/2017 09:26

Oh I'm fine thanks Smile I don't date any more - best way to avoid the utter twats Wink

Athousanddiamonds · 26/08/2017 09:33

I might take the same path. Met some right oddballs in my time GrinGrin maybe the common theme they all have is ME!! 🙈 I'm happy to be single for now. Going out with some girls from work tonight. Hope I don't bump into the misogynist

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