But really, what has me all messed up seeing everyone coupled up with the one they left me for. Including my exH. I just feel like I am being punished for something.
Ginger,
If you see a recurring issue with your relationships, then there probably is a problem that needs to be addressed. Maybe it's a good time to go on a Ginger Quest to find some answers rather than simply trying again and achieving the same results.
I've been questing for 10 years.
I am kind of done questing.
It's pretty simple. I need to not even entertain the thought of even going out on a date with someone whom I know is logistically or emotionally not the right fit. And not let my emotional desire get in that way. I need to be more logical. Everyone (my exH situation was just a mess) has been at a very different place in their lives than me.
which = not too young, or not too old. Not in another state. Not fresh out of a marriage. Divorced, kids, ready for a relationship is all I should be considering and I should be turning everyone else down otherwise.
Timing has been pretty much awful with all of them. My mistake is ignoring it, thinking things will work themselves out if it is meant to be.
Other than that, bad luck.
I wasn't asking why this happens though. Just how it makes me feel.