Quote From: dandeelion I haven't seen this show yet - not sure if I am going to watch it or not.
I have been on my own for the past 7 years and divorced for the past two years- that's a whole show in itself.
I devoted myself to raising my son - who will be at home for a few more years yet. I live in a small rural community. I wasn't great at dating when I was younger and now that I'm in my early 50's I find it very discouraging. I won't go to bars. A lot of men back off when they find out that I still have a youngster at home. I've tried the online dating thing and it isn't working for me. It wasn't the best experience of my life.
Thanks for bringing this up.
I enjoy listening to Dr. Phil, appreciate his wife being there for her husband(on so many levels). The show was amusing - whether you live in a rural area or not we all have the same problem. approaching 50 with a child(mine is an 11 year old boy). I am far from being bored. care for my son, I work full time, race yachts, travel for pleasure mostly, volunteer.
I sit on many boards, attend all types of functions from embassy - montly ladies tea. My former boyfriend from 25+ years ago (partner in a law firm) - he is my best friend in the world. My rock and I atend many functions together for a couple of reasons 1) we do not have to attend to each other during the function 2) we try to find dates for each other. No matter what we have tried - it just does not seem to work. Rural - Urban - we all have the same experiences it is just a question of degrees.
I too would so enjoy hearing/watching a show which addresses our situation and would challenge our beloved Dr. Phil to produce such a show and at the least take a look at my list of qualifiers.
Hang in there stay active and above all - maintain your health(medical/physical) for your child.
With warmest regards,
