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Dating thread 167: Help, I need somebody - but not just anybody

999 replies

CassettesAreCool · 19/08/2019 12:23

  1. The first rule about the dating thread is 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. 12. Any relationship you have that could get ruined by having a conversation about your feelings, standards and/or expectations wasn't really stable enough to begin with

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Marlboroandmalbec34 · 19/08/2019 18:04

Where is jesuis Come on we need a happy update here

Marlboroandmalbec34 · 19/08/2019 18:05

Thanks everyone. I honestly think I would go mad without you lot!

Bluezoo123 · 19/08/2019 18:06

Haven't posted for a bit as been busy with the summer hols.
Hugs and 💐 to marls sunshine and ant you all deserve better.welcome to all those new to the thread - sure others here will pint you in the right direction for all things OLD related and yes *how did the big meet between Mr C and your dd go?

kerkyra · 19/08/2019 18:07

Sorry to hear about people having a hard time on here Flowers
I had a pleasant date with Mr chunk but he wasnt for me. We got on well and he was ummm,a little more chunky than I expected but that was my fault for not asking for more pics. It's all so shallow which I hate. He was attractive though.
We also have very different life styles, he did love to chat about his dd and her horses and what nice car she wants him to get her after passing her test. Yawn.
Anyway,he was quite normal and its given me pof hope!
Also,that I still like a baldy Grin

JeSuisPrest · 19/08/2019 18:08

@CassettesAreCool Thanks for the new thread.

@Sunshineandflipflops and @Marlboroandmalbec34 How shit for both of you. FWIW sunshine it took me 3 months to delete MrAbs WhatsApp and number.

@Ant330 There are no words, but I think you might find it harder to shake her off than you think. She sounds quite determined that there is still something between you.

Update from me is that all went well with the MrC/mini JeSuis introductions. He stayed over but said he'd prefer it if he stayed in the spare room as it was the first time they'd met, stuff like this is why I love him, he's much more grown up and sensible than me. We had a great day out today at the beach, we walked hand in hand along the shore whilst DD played in the sea, and I wished we were a little family 😳 It's my birthday today and he got me my fav chocs, flowers, a bracelet off my wish list, and put "lots of love" in the card. He also sang happy birthday to me at midnight, so I'm keeping him for a bit longer...

Ginmel · 19/08/2019 18:11

Sounds like a perfect birthday so far @JeSuisPrest glad all went well. Is tonight black dress night or is that another time?

Ginmel · 19/08/2019 18:12

And happy birthday tooCake

Marlboroandmalbec34 · 19/08/2019 18:18

Happy birthday jesuis sounds like a lovely day and Mr C is a keeper

ccgirr · 19/08/2019 18:20

Yay @JeSuisPrest let’s get those happy vibes going. Happy birthday too 🎉
@CassettesAreCool I think I’m probably over thinking and it wasn’t about me he has been totally normal and he’s bringing his twins to meet me and my 2 dc tomorrow 😳 maybe I’m just wobbling because of that!

ccgirr · 19/08/2019 18:21

@Ant330 glad you weren’t captured but don’t trust her!! Hugs for today

Ndotto · 19/08/2019 18:23

There are certainly plenty of people on POF but the ones I fancy are way too young and have fairly shallow, can't be arsed profiles and messages, the ones who send nice messages and read my profile are just not for me. I know it sounds shallow, but if there's no attraction at all what's the point? Did look on Guardian Soul Mates but did not match with anyone I liked the look of.

One bloke keeps messaging me with details of what he had for his dinner, and the minutiae of his daily schedule.

Some people start out OK and quickly get sleazy

Some of them seem to want a penpal - they live bloody miles away from me and seem to have no intention of meeting up

Many of them look way older than their stated ages!

A lot of the messages are just non-sequiturs, have no idea what to say back to them

I've seen profile pictures that are upside down, or so badly lit the face is just a shadow, or taken in toilet mirrors, or their cars. Many, many in cars. Like they are hiding from their wives or something!

How many do you all reject on average before someone normal shows up?

Neverexpected2 · 19/08/2019 18:23

Hello newbies

Sorry to hear things are tough at the moment Marlboro, sunshine and ant. You all deserve better and I'm confident good things are coming your way.

Lovely update JeSuis 😊

Still chatting with the iron I put off nicely and hes still pushing for meet but I cant do anything till next week as not kid free till then. I will name him if a meet comes off I think

WhatWhyWhen · 19/08/2019 18:31

Rejoining for my sins! (New username!), and will try to back read!

I was “seeing” someone for a few weeks and it was just lovely, we completely clicked and he pullled the plug last week. Saying I’m one of the only people who ever got him, I was sexy, clever, fun, and we liked each and have fun. But I want more than him at the moment (I don’t we hadn’t even had the conversation) and he felt bad being himself as if asked him to a couple of things, no pressure, he’d said no but felt bad saying it. Confused Surely that’s not on me. Just not sure wether to last ditch text and ask him if he’s absolutely sure. Thing is I’m prideful so went straight to “forget it ok let’s be friends” mode to protect myself and I’m not sure if I should break that for once and just ask and take the hit! First time I’m so very sure this is his damage / fear and he’s wrong.

On other notes I’ve decided to multi date as a result which I have never done before, but keep focusing on one and getting burnt. How to you handle the dating/talking/flirting with more than one? I feel guilty!

But currently have Mr Nice who is so lovely, had one date but not sure if a fancy him Sad want another date to make sure as he is lovely!

MrFootball, don’t know much about him, seems stable and kind, have a date next week.

Mr TFW (totally fucking wrong) Irish, hot, unbelievably sexual and still living with ex wife that makes me Hmm. Not arranged to meet as I’m wary of the living arrangements, but a great distraction.

Guess which my stupid brain wants???

BatshitCrazyWoman · 19/08/2019 18:37

Happy birthday JeSuis - so glad it went well!

WhatWhyWhen · 19/08/2019 18:38

JeSuis that sounds amazing! How along are you? Smile

Ant haven’t read the back story, she dumped you and has now had a paddy about wanting you I’m guessing? Not good and I hope you feel happier soon

Peanuthedz · 19/08/2019 18:44

Wow @Sunshineandflipflops that's a shocker. I was convinced he would come round. I think he missed you too much when you were away. Anyway you've given him enough second chances (ie one!) I hope you're ok and it's not too painful letting him go.

@Ant330 I think she has attachment issues. And is a bit nuts. Stay away, block. And hope tomorrow is better.

@Marlboroandmalbec34 if you read back you're always ambivalent about him. Maybe it's time to go with the cold rather than the hot. I have more to say but not time.

Actually they've all got attachment issues. Avoidant I reckon. Esp mr sas and ms h. (And ms peanuthedz but that's for another day...)

CodLiverOil556 · 19/08/2019 18:51

Oh my goodness so much sadness on the thread  to everyone that needs them. @Sunshineandflipflops fucking hell I'm so sorry - was not expecting that from MrSAS. I think the advice of delete and move on is good but so very hard. I had to do that with Mr Army but it felt good afterwards. @Ant330 I think whoever said MissH will be hard to shake off is correct although she should really be named MissHeadfuck...good luck with her and I'm glad the interment went well (I do live for a living) @Marlboroandmalbec34 bloody hell, you had an odd arrangement with MrBig but it suited you and I'm sorry it's not working. @JeSuisPrest happy birthday and what a lovely update! Lots of love in the card means ILY I reckon!

So my update had a fantastic evening with MrTall and I actually am head over heels in love with him - we're nearly 10 weeks in and everything is still so easy. Whoever posted that poem it's fantastic - I hope Mr T is forever.

Welcome newbies the ladies and men have a wealth of knowledge on here - follow the rules and you can't go far wrong. Out of the apps I preferred bumble and OkCupid.

Ant330 · 19/08/2019 18:55

JeSuis Happy Birthday! Glad the meet with daughter went well, he's definitely a keeper.

Sunshineandflipflops · 19/08/2019 19:07

I've re-installed Bumble and Tinder and am so underwhelmed it's unbelievable.

Marlboroandmalbec34 · 19/08/2019 20:13

Oh sunshine I am also having a good swipe session. Interestingly I have swiped 3 guys on bumble “looking for relationships” who I have spoke to on fab!

peanuts intrigued about what you have to say. When you do have time do let me know I really need to hear peoples views as I am so confused. I have always been on and off with him. Just wish I could hold on to the “off” feeling and block him

Yep it is off kermits it’s been fun but I am very sad today so it’s not working. Really happy for you and Mr Tall.

ccgirr phew glad you’re feeling better

MoreNiceCereal · 19/08/2019 20:19

Can someone tell me the exact link to fab? I think might have more success for what I want there.

WhatWhyWhen · 19/08/2019 20:24

What is FAB?

CodLiverOil556 · 19/08/2019 20:25

@WhatWhyWhen fab is FabSwingers it's not for the faint-hearted

SimonJT · 19/08/2019 20:35

@JeSuisPrest Happy Birthday 🎂

I’m really pleased the meet went well.

WhatWhyWhen · 19/08/2019 20:55

Oooohh thanks. Erm no, not for me, not a swinger!

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