Yup. Here it is ... you will now have to suffer through my ramblings on dating after divorce.
Of course, we all know dating can be fun (NOT) ... and filled with lovely experiences (a few). However, here is what I want "that guy" to know about me and my family.
First, if you have raised all your kids/stepkids/adopted kids/etc. and enjoy your life of peace and quiet. Please do not date me. It is most likely I AM NOT THE GIRL FOR YOU.
Next, if you live in India, Morocco, Indonesia, Somalia, or perhaps even Canada or Mexico it's not likely that I will relocate more than a few hours from where I currently live. It is highly likely I AM NOT THE GIRL FOR YOU.
And, if you are in a job that requires significant travel and/or time away from home - which leaves me feeling as if I am a single parent (which I am so why would I change that?). It is very likely I AM NOT THE GIRL FOR YOU.
If you are easily offended by strong opinions, show of emotion, and/or brutal honesty, it is definitely likely I AM NOT THE GIRL FOR YOU.
In this house, are many toys.
It is loud.
There are fingerprints. Everywhere.
Things get messy.
We yell.
We cry.
We love.
The clothes don't always get folded or put away.
We hug.
We pray.
We laugh.
We are REAL.
So, if you have found that following your last relationship, you enjoy peace, quiet, neatness, sanity -- then it is most definite that I am NOT the girl for you ...
However, I believe "that guy" is out there. Somewhere. And, until then, I will raise my children to the best of my ability, being both mother and father; doing my best with God's help to love my kids and give them the space to heal and grow into the magnificent people already inside of them.
