You are 41 right? Maybe you are going through a mini MLC yourself. Nothing wrong with that.
Fig is right about becoming great friends first before letting passion and romance play into a relationship. I felt rushed a bit too much with the girlfriend after my wife, and had we waited much longer before the romance, I think we would have realized much quicker that we were not very compatible. The saying is that love is a choice, but I want to also add that it cant be forced. I tried that.
The latest lady I have been seeing (her name is Carrie) for the last 3+ months seems to have a similar attitude of just taking it slow. I do think that if we continue that we both will feel better in the long run that we took it slow at first. And if our friendship does not continue to blossom, then it wont be as painful if one of us decides it would not work out.
As for your doubt, just learn to believe in yourself that you are doing your best as a father and a man.
Keep your chin up. Good things are awaiting you.
Kerry
P.S. Do you think the Nationals are going to be a contender soon now that they have the young sensations Bryce Harper and Stephen Strasburg?