How can a Non Drinker, Male Single Parent meet the person of his dreams???
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It depends how flexible your dreams are. What are you going to bring to a relationship? What are you looking to gain from this relationship? How will this impact the life of your child?\n\nWith the right personality, nearly anyone can be "the person of your dreams." People are reactive to how you treat them. If you make a person feel beautiful, wanted, and loved, chances are they will do what they can to make you feel the same way. If they are not motivated in improving your life, they are not relationship material (and vice versa).\n\nDrinking has very little to do with a mature relationship. Look for women who are looking for a relationship. It narrows the search. Matchmaking services are far more successful for long term relationships than trying to find a date at a non-drinking bar. \n\nGood luck trying to complete your "family starter kit." Be open enough to find a girl who may be in the same situation. The Brady Bunch worked because they had common goals. Could be a good starting point.
51509
what are you asking? how to find him or how to cope. Details please!!
450866
I've been in your same situation when i was younger. with my parents i told them some of the nice things that this guy did, that let them know that he was nice. Ask this guy to meet them. Not really at the house at first, but maybe at a park or a school activity. Then he won't be so nervous. Tell your mom first. Mom's are always easier. Dads will understand eventually. Don't say date or anything yet, say hanging out or something like that, then after a while say casually in a conversation with your parents how your friends think that you and _your guys name__ are such a cute couple. or something like that. that will be easier. if they are really strict just say that this guy is your special guy. hope i helped!!!
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27 is not old !!! my wife found me at 28 and she has a son. he was 5 then, just turned 8 last week. we are married now with one on the way - any day now - due date next week. i thort as you do " where is she? where can i look? "  I'll be honest with you, i never believed the old saying " stop looking and they'll find you "   but thats exactly what happened. honest. the only real advice i can give would be, dont try too hard, be yourself at all times, dont wait too long before you tell him you have a child, go out when you can with friends, explore all avenues (i mean blind dates and set ups as long as evaluating all pickup lines).  goodluck and i hope that the right guy is just aroun the corner for you.
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The first thing is settle for friendship when he does get here. People can be pretty decieving when you meet them in real life. Secondly, you heard he had a gf but it may not be true. Just casually try to find out if he does or not. Having a new father figure in a kid's life can be hard, but he's still at a young age. Just make him get to know the person first, it's always easier that way. Like if you guys go to the park or out for a dinner together. Plus, it's also a nice way to find out how he treats your kid. just take it a day at a time. good luck:)
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Start by looking in the right places.  Determine the kind of person you want, and go where he is.  If you want a drunk, go to a bar  If you want a jock, go to a health club.  If you want a person of faith, go to a church or join a coven of pagans.  Get involved in a political campaign, even a republican one if you have to.  Go back to school. You have to give yourself the opportunity to meet new people first.  The second part is simple.  Relax and be yourself.  Stop looking and start having fun.  People are attracted to happy, fun people who enjoy life.
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It's nice to hear a single father going through what most single moms go through, well the thought would be just like any guy they do not want to settle down with someone who has kids, there not ready yet, keep looking you'll find someone who will love you and your daughter no matter what!
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Give it time. Get out and get back into things. It does take awhile, but can be done. I stayed single for over 2 years before I was ready to get back out there. Don't give up hope. When i thought i would never meet anyone again..I did. Your whole attitude will change. Make some new friends and try things that you never have. You will be able to show these new things to the kids too.
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there is hope i am a 27 year single mom who until a year and a half ago was  raising two boys by myself .then i met and fell for a guy who is the best thing to happen to me and my boys.in the last year and half he has treated my boys better then their own father.sometimes these guys are harder to find then most but don't give up. and never let anyone say your children are baggage they are bonuses to any relationship.some guys are just not mature enough to realize it.
695603
try to find a man thats not taken...
605340
Try to meet him outside of work! But I hope you know the risks of an office relationship!!
532091
well, find out if you and the new person have anything in common.  the guy I am currently wishing will develop into something more, met at a bingo game...we started out talking about how lousy the bingo numbers were...now, we talk about all sorts of stuff.  try looking at places to meet people that meet your interests.  if you like Karate...try several karate studios...if you like dogs...try dog parks...if you are religious...try church...or other place of worship.
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start small... just pay attention to him and be there for him.. he will be gone before you realize it ... take advantage of every opportunity to interact.. you may have to initiate the connections. Understand that he may not know how to talk to you either... He is a dad, not a mind reader.
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Hmm, this is a tough one.  But first let me say THANK YOU for being interested in a single mom!!  Men like you are hard to find.\n\nAnyway, I am 26, so you may get a different answers from someone older, I don't know.\n\nHow good of friends have you been in the past?  Obviously she is somewhat interested if she invited you to her house and also went to dinner with you a second time .  But I know you ware looking for a more definite sign than that.\n\nMy honest advice would be to simply ask her.  Ask her if she is interested in dating anyone.  Flat out.  She is a mature woman with her own life and responsibilities, and she will have no problem giving you a straight answer.  \n\nDating gets complicated when kids are involved, as you are always looking out for the best interest of your child.  So she may have decided that she does not want to date anyone until her daughter reaches a certain age.  If she's not interested in dating, ask her if she minds you continuing to call on her as just friends.\n\nOnce you get out of the puppy love thing, I don't think there is a need to dance around the issue.  Just ask.  The worst that can happen is that she says no.  Then you will know where you stand and you won't waste a year trying to read signals.
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The best thing to do is get the two to meet in a non threatening way, it could be at a party or some other social gathering.  Make sure it is as natural and non pressurising as possible.  Then if the two have any ting in common they can find out without any strings!
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My best advise is this... make your own choices and build your life. You can't plan for a man to come into your life, and when he does it will probably upset your apple cart a bit... that  is what love does. To meet a nice, good, and strong, man you should try looking in quieter places and not night spots. Bookstores, libraries, coffee houses... those are good places to just relax and attract a few fellas. Good luck!
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Yes, I know you can.  My girlfriend met a guy on yahoo chat several years ago.  She has a handicapped son and he had 5 kids.  I was very skeptical...thought it would never work.  They got married and he has been her knight in shining Armour!