It's not so bad out there for a 47 yr old male, depending on the male. It's also really, really great that you've learned to hear what people are saying and believe them. She is who she is, and she told you that. I'm not trying to be harsh, but it happened to me too. Yet you chose to stay for a very, very, very long time, so there must have been something in it for you. Maybe hope...or delusion. Now, you say that part is over. So when you meet a woman you like and you ask her what her 'issues' are, you'll listen, and you'll hear, and you'll believe. It's a great tool. As for not having another 27 years...better start taking care of yourself, and you'll have another 47 years.
