One of the observations I have made since I’ve been dating is that a woman in her 30’s with young children is in a bit of juxtaposition. Since I don’t want more children, it’s difficult dating younger guys or guys my own age as they generally want to start a family of their own. The other end of the spectrum is that while older men don’t want to start a family, they generally have older children of their own and do not want to be involved with someone who has young children. (Which is ironic really in that they tend to pursue younger women, gee I wonder why) Also, there seems to be a predominant thought that some men have that women in my situation are looking for replacement fathers or financial support. This is frustrating, that someone wouldn’t date me for those reasons, but then again, anyone who thinks like that is probably not someone I want to date anyway. My kids have a very active father, they don’t need a replacement father. And I’m determined to become financially independant myself and not have to depend on someone else for it. However, having said all this, I’m not desperate for a relationship, just having fun making friends and if I meet the right person, then I’ll deal with it then:)

So, just some random observations on the dating world. I have met some interesting people along the way and made some good friends.

My fertility awareness workshop went very well yesterday. Mostly women wanting to achieve pregnancy and only one to prevent pregnancy. I think I will do one in Fredericton some time.