Originally Posted by Ginger
I went on a date tonight. I went in with not the best attitude because I am exhausted and just not in the dating mood. But it was fun. He was cool, but there was no romantic connection I believe on either of our parts. I know he was physically attracted to me, but chemistry it was not. Good convo, laughs, etc, but something missing.
Ginger, you point out when I'm shooting myself in the foot with my date selection. He was fun, cool, and physically attractive--umm, why not give it time to see if it develops?! Fun bodes well for a couple of more dates!

Originally Posted by Ginger
If it ever does happen for me, it won't be through OLD dating again. It will have to be something that grows through getting to know someone over time.
Why are you willing to wait to see what grows if you meet IRL but not if you meet OLD??

Originally Posted by Ginger
I leave these dates and I go home and cry. everytime.
Awww. smirk If it's that much of a chore I can see why you want a break!

Originally Posted by Ginger
I am struggling big time lately. I am working 6 days a week to make ends meet. Trying to keep up with the house, with the gym with my diet, with making sure my daughter is cared for and has what she needs. But inside, I am falling apart ANd I just need someone else to say " I got you"
Wow--that's a lot to deal with. Sending prayers. Like the songs say, "Even heroes have a right to say, it's not easy, being me." I wonder if the "fake" is that on first dates you feel you can't open up about the reality of your fight?