G - not everyone does well with OLD - my best friend didn't. In normal times, you might do best meeting people organically through activities or interest groups - that was just hard for you when you had a young child and not much free time. Maybe once the pandemic dies down, now that your daughter is older and your knee is fixed, you could join a team or charitable activity where you might meet like-minded men more easily. It's tough when you work in a female dominated field and have little chance to meet eligible available men at work.
I agree too with your daughter - friends are most important. My longest relationships are with friends. My best friend has been with me longer than my ex-husband was. She's more reliable too!
