I am ready ...

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Registered: 02-20-2007
I am ready ...
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Wed, 08-15-2007 - 9:44am

So, I haven't be trying to date at all. Perfectly happy with my life the way it is. But, last night, for some strange reason, once the kids were in bed and I had finished my chores, I got a little sad, lonely. Haven't really felt like that. Called a girlfriend so I would have someone to talk to, a little adult conversation. Although a good distraction, once I was in bed I felt lonely again.

I think I'm ready and am going to actively do things to get myself out there some. Although I don't sit around the house I need to make an effort. My kids will be with their dad next weekend and I will start planning now for things to do. I was originally supposed to go to a concert with some friends next weekend (out of town) but went shopping and that will be a little too pricey to do.

The local MEETUP group is pretty active and full, so I will make an event next weekend with either the 30s&40s crowd or 40+ crowd (although I'm 39 I don't think they will notice). I will go alone (have thought about asking someone to go with me) so that I will have to mingle and meet new people. If nothing else I will make some new friends. I am attractive, friendly and outgoing. I know I can do this!!!!! Right now there isn't anything on the calendar other than a 20s & 30s pool party. That crowd is too young for me, but there should be other things on the calendar by the end of the week.

I have kids activities and such this week, this weekend and next week. I will be friendly and talk to other parents (read male) being sure to check for a ring... I need to get out there. Now is as good of a time as any. I am really happy with all other aspects of my life right now. Things are going well and I am in a good place.

I do want to try to meet people IRL and not do OLD. If I haven't gotten any dates by this time next month, I may consider it but I'm so fabulous, that couldn't possibly happen ;o)

Priscilla putting herself out there.

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Registered: 09-01-2006
Wed, 08-15-2007 - 9:48am

Way to go Priscilla! Sounds like you are in the perfect frame of mind for this right now. Confident, independent, self aware. Good for you! Can't wait to hear all about your tales....

Rose

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Wed, 08-15-2007 - 11:25am
Excellent! It sounds like you are ready! Don't forget to read all the tips and reminding yourself how fabulous you are. Start practicing today!
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Registered: 05-13-2005
Wed, 08-15-2007 - 5:58pm

"Although I don't sit around the house I need to make an effort."

BRAVO - your socializing to-do list is great!! Keep us posted!!

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Registered: 02-23-2007
Wed, 08-15-2007 - 6:36pm

My mom always said "when you're head's in the right place, your heart will find it's place." Didn't get that when I was 15 but it makes such sense now.

Good for you!! Keep us updated and good luck out there! The water is fine - jump on in.