When I attended the Divorce Care classes at a local church, I remember one week’s topic being dating. A big point made was that we should find happiness with ourselves before we even try dating again. While I was a bit excited to see what was out there, I made myself wait until I was […]
Single Mom Dating: My Favorite Lines from Online Dating Profiles
While swiping through dating apps, I come across some very interesting people and things they have in their profiles. Here are some of my favorite lines I’ve found so far. “Sometimes I eat peanut butter out of the jar.” “Looking for a human to be a human with.” “Sometimes I wonder if my dog only […]
Single Mom Dating: Too Much Too Soon or Too Good To Be True?
I’m writing this because I can. I’m writing this because I’ve stopped doubting myself, I’ve stopped wondering what if, I’ve just stopped. And I’m good. I’m completely good and that is so amazing. When I started sharing my Single Mom Dating stories, I knew this one would end up here, I just didn’t know how […]
Single Mom Dating: My First Dating Profile and First Coffee Date
I had been a single mama for just over a year. My divorce was finally finalized. I wanted to date. But I thought about how little chances I had of just randomly meeting someone. So I gave in and created a profile on a couple dating sites. I connected with N and we messaged back […]
Single Mom Dating: A Double Happy Valentine’s Day to Me
“I will respond to your texts hopefully tonight.” That was the message I received from J. On Valentine’s Day. We met on a dating app and texted for a few weeks. He seemed great – a lot of interests shared and traits that I’m looking for in my future husband. I even told him […]