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[D48]Dating For Over 50

by Keith Londrie, Kei

Some people, no matter how old they get, never seem to get the hang of dating. Countless bad dates and cheesy pick-up lines could make you feel like giving up and staying single forever. You could be dating just to have fun, or you could be looking for a serious companion. You must keep a positive attitude and learn that with age comes experience. And experience is the best teacher! Take your emotions and the emotions of the other person into account when evaluating a date.

Don't rush dating. There is nothing wrong with getting to know someone before you date someone. Dating over 50 does not mean you're running out of time. Rather the opposite. You are experienced and have learned that to get along with someone, you must find that perfect match. Knowing someone prior to an actual romantic date takes the stress out of putting on your best face when getting to know someone. Most people try so hard to impress someone that they forget to relax and be themselves. When dating, at any age, you want to get to know someone well, before taking that important "next step". And both people need to relax in order to show their real selves.

The dating frame of mind changes with age. The emphasis of marriage and children is practically gone by this point in a persons's life. Most people dating over 50 are just looking for a person to have a great time with. Some are divorced or widowed. Others are still in search of the right person to spend their life with. You can be assured that if someone is dating over 50 then they have been there, done that, and know exactly what they want and don't want in a mate. They have
"been there" and are usually set in their ways. This does not mean that they can not change, it just implies that is unusual.

As with most types of dating, there are sites devoted to dating over 50. "Prime Singles" is a dating site specializing in the over 50 crowd. You can browse in your area or across the world to find your perfect match, and its all for free. Whether you are seeking someone who is over 50, or are over 50, its almost impossible not to find a match. Dating over 50 can be just as fun as dating when you're 20. You're never too old to date and it's never too late to fall in love.

I call it hysterical! As the owner of two online dating websites (one for Black Singles and one for Senior Singles) AND a black dating service (I give dating events) you would think I could at least find some datable men. YOU would be wrong!

It had been almost two years since my husband's death before I even considered “dating” again. The gentleman was really nice, could hold a conversation but was not really my type. Now mind you, my type has been all over the place so I don't have a type per se. However, he was not “it.”

That indefinable “it” that lets you know up front just how far to take this thing. So, for me, right now I am taking everything very slowly. Being a widow does have its advantage. One of the advantages is it will buy me time. So even when I KNOW this is going absolutely no where, most men have the common sense and tact not to rush or push me. Great for me. With the slim pickings here in Baltimore, slow is the only way to go. I have been just friends with a man only to find out six months down the road that I really REALLY like this guy. So my method is to take my time, feel the gentleman out and let things unfold as they may. But fellas Please help a sister out!

While I will admit I have been a little spoiled (my husband dressed his self and me very well and was always slim), I am not yet ready to deal with massive beer bellies, nose or heaven forbid ear hairs! Nor am I willing to be seen in public with some one who has on plaids with prints (wtf) or squeaky leather shoes, let alone sandals with crusty feet. What is going ON?

OK so, Yes, I do judge all my friends on their character, ability to hold a great conversation (not the one sided conversation where he talks and I yawn), along with a good sense of humor.

A women's erogenous zone has always been between her ears, most women don't realize that until their innate “hotness” has worn off. AND the man of their choice now is sporting one of those beer bellies. To take me to dinner a few times does not constitute an invitation to spend the night (What? You want to stay here?) I need just a little more than that. I can assist with the dressing as needed, but please get rid of those PLAIDS AND PRINTS! A man who can talk and listen is what I am seeking. A great sense of humor and adventure are always a plus. These are truly the golden years. I can do this alone, but would rather be with YOU!

If this is you, hit me on my website. Ladies, happy hunting and good luck to you!

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