Why was there no course map for this marathon?

[jbnati]

Though I did start thinking that maybe married dads would be ok too. I know the whole dynamic of married guys going out with single guys, and wives not loving that. But a married guy/single guy "playdate" for their kids? Really? I can't imagine many wives who would be against that.

I guess it depends on the dynamic. I've gotten together with a couple we were mutually friends with before the fan got bogged down so to speak. I also have a guy at my church who's suggested just getting together and watching some football. He has a 13 year old son and maybe him and my S can get together and play video games. But you're right - I think it just depends on how much their wives know about us.

JB and WHG you guys are awesome dads. Your kids are lucky just have fun with them.

Thanks for that Rick. You bring up a good point. My relationship with my S has always been pretty good, and we've always enjoyed spending time together. My W has excelled at getting together with friends that turn into his friends. It's really a good balance and we kind of complimented each other that way. Now I am feeling a little pressure to provide that part of the equation. I probably shouldn't be, and I'm guilty of comparing myself to my W, or actually competing with her on that (and I defintely shouldn't be doing that!)

JB and WHG, have you tried meetups.com? No idea if there is one, but maybe you can find a group for single dads.

I just checked it out. I think it's really geared toward Dads who are really single. When I think about further, though. My church is actually a good resource, too. I think I'm just ramping up on it though. I'm probably just wanting results too quickly.

Single moms aren't immune to this, either. Its crazy how much you notice all the families out and about this time of year. Almost all of my friends are married, and who wants to hang out with the single mom? Third wheel, anyone?

Who wants to hang out with single Moms? Probably single Dads! Believe it or not, there are men out there that see a good Mom as attractive. However, that's not where I am right now. I'm not really single. It would run a risk of derailing my game plan. I don't want to put myself in that position.

I am glad to hear single Moms struggle with this, too. And I do know what you mean in regards to being the third wheel.