Dating thread 150 - I get knocked down, but I get up again....

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Dating thread rules:

1. The first rule about the dating thread is you don't talk about it with people you're dating.
2. Develop a thick skin.
3. Do not invest emotionally too soon.
4. It's all BS until it actually happens.
5. Trust your gut instinct.
6. People vanishing, lying & being generally weird is not your fault.
7. You are the prize - they should be trying to impress you.
8. If it's not fun, stop.
9. Loo update is mandatory.

10. No dating the thread. 11. Do unto others as you would have them do to you.

And a reminder - you don't know them until you know them!

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@shitwithsugaron yes him... you emailed him or something and he said he would get back to you..

I just blocked him (after letting my husband's oldest friend know and he is dealing with it again) I actually think its not that these arseholes find me attractive I think its because I am not myself if that makes sense so they can act a certain way. I screen shot everything so I know I'm not crazy.

@Ant330 if ever you get a chance try hunky dorys they are an Irish crips and make macoys look shite....

Plus the flavours are better.

Oh man @shitwithsugaron I liked the sound of him lol Not any more he can go on my father Ted inspired list of liars and tw**s lol

Also I will stop talking about crisps now. Hahahaha

@warriorprincessandwidowed can't believe it about your husband's friend, what an arsehole. Sorry you've had to deal with that!

Hunky Dorys ordered from Amazon, I love crisps

Mr S has just left. He draws me back in every time I see him... I must keep repeating to myself 'I do NOT want a relationship'... he asked me tonight why I don't? I'm not sure why I don't. I guess maybe I'm scared of developing feelings for someone and getting burned again.
He makes me question and second guess myself constantly.

Like him a lot...
However- like a gorilla from the mist- has emerged a hot guy who’s been texting intermittently for 2 years
He is v goodliking with out being toooo good looking iyknim
Wants date Friday

warrior bathroom shot complete with wet patch? FFS what is wrong with people?

batshit and peanut - I never thought sex in my 50s would be sooo much better than when I was younger, and yes, like you, it’s because I’m me again. Just loving this.

Having said that, just got back from date with FWB who had, err, performance issues I think they’re called. First experience of this, didn’t really know what to say. We both just chose to pretend everything was fine and I left.

@CassettesAreCool oh, awkward! What caused it do you think? Makes you feel pretty shit doesn't it

30 I think he felt shit, I just felt perplexed. You know, it might be we’ve just been overdoing it. Third session this week, maybe we’ve broken it? I don’t know, I’m not really all that bothered tbh

Everyone I wish I was making this up. On the grand scheme of things it only 2 men. But still....

@ant330 what flavours did you get... said I was nosey this is true.
@cassettsarecool what did you think it was with him tonight?
@leonasa I know I am not myself because I just was abit bought

However I did make the doctor cry last Thursday so obv it's a day to day approach on how I handle things.

It's just the irony your all having fun on fab. I read to take my mind of things and get a wet patch pic disguised as a photo from his holiday. The poor woman he is going to end up with

warrior I’ve no idea really. He’s a very emotional fellow, I don’t know him that well, and although I’m quite perceptive I can’t read minds. I’ll see him next week, see what gives. I’m so glad you find our funny stories lighten your dark moments by the way, thinking of you and your babies tonight

Not long got in from my date.
It was really good. Sort of had half a chat about what we are and decided that we didn't need to decide. Then spent quite a while in a dark room
Whatever it is, it's pretty nice.

Just sneaked downstairs for a quick update.
He's still here from Weds night!!
We did briefly visit his flat so I could check him out, lol, and all was as he said. We walked thro town, arm in arm. I'm still getting used to his Irish humour, very dry. I've been giggling like a crazy school girl, must give myself a slap! We picked up my son from school yesterday - I've defo given the Mum's something to gossip about!
It all feels a little weird as I feel so comfortable with him, like I've known him years. However, part of the reason I sneaked downstairs was so I could fart, what a relief!
He's not bothered about the age gap so nor will I be, eventually, lol.

Will catch up on the thread at some point

@toooldforthis67 the threads moving so fast I can't remember who this iron is? Besides he's Irish hehe. Sounds like you're having fun! And yes the struggle for a fast is real

** fart

The Irish accent is swoon!

It’s 6:45 am and I’ve already been on to amazon to buy hunky Dory’s, which I will limit to one packet a week of a Friday night whilst reading this thread (owing to my mission of losing lard so I can date like you all)

In the meantime I offer up Mr Justice my former solicitor from 2 years ago, who has recently got in touch to say that since I’m no longer his client he’d like to take me out. He knew me 4 stones ago hence the mega diet so I will be happy with him seeing me again!

@warriorprincessandwidowed have you seen Ricky gervais' new thing on Netflix? Afterlife. He loses his wife and goes round dropping truth bombs at everyone. Might be a bit early for you to want to watch? but it's v funny and also a beautiful love story.

@TooOldForThis67 has he moved in?!
Sounds great, sorry I can't keep up with everyone's irons - what is the age gap?

I've had no reply to my message from last night's 20 minute date.
He's either embarrassed about it or celebrating a quick escape. Shame because he was quite good looking.

Meanwhile date 2 tonight with Mr No Eye Contact. I sent him links to a couple of restaurants and told him to book one. Hopefully he has done that and isn't still dithering about the choice.

warriorprincess a 12 x multipack of cheese & onion, salt & vinegar and buffalo. Should last me a couple of days once they arrive, I don't have gothamgirls willpower :)

TooOld excellent

MyOld agree with PPs that he was faced with a real life woman who wanted sex so he ran away. Next!!

Cassettes I've only had that experience once, with someone in their lates 30s, so way younger than me. I think if they really fancy you they can put too much pressure on themselves sometimes. But anyway, ut is awkward ...

warrior oh my god I am fuming on your behalf at your husband's 'friend'. What an insensitive twat. I have a terrible sweet tooth, rather than going for crisps .... I do workout everyday but even so I need to watch it!!

Ant I'm a bit older than you but happy to look at your profile if it would help?

So I'm thoroughly enjoying Bumble. Without a doubt my favourite one. Thanks @lifegoes. Chatting to a few Irons on there. How many dates would you guys say you've been on? As in how many Irons have you met over what period of time?