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Posted: 1/12/2008 4:07:11 PM | Don't ever give up. Any woman who doesn't want a man who is willing to raise his kids on his own and step up to the plate for the responsability isn't a woman you want or need anyway single dads are the best kind of men as far as most single moms are concerned.Hang in there.   | |
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Posted: 1/12/2008 4:11:39 PM | IT WILL GET EASIER AS YOU ESTABLISH A ROUTINE TOGETHER. Hang in there. | |
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Posted: 1/12/2008 4:17:23 PM | I would totally give anything to be with a single dad who had a home and who wanted a family who cared about him. What happed to all the women in these mens lives?
I would also love to have another baby. I am a single mom of 2 kids (teens) and finding a man who had the house, the house pool, yada yada and who was not paying child support to me would be finding the diamond in the rough because I am so into family. I love children and romance. Great combination... but not with a guy who is so broke it is really a burden on him to care for his family. I'll pass on that. I have been a broke single mom for way too long. I miss having the family and am ready when my prince and shining armor, single dad or not scoops me off of my feet and carries me home. | |
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Posted: 1/12/2008 4:19:51 PM | | not all women just those who don't know what its like to be a single parent or are to self-absorbed to care about anyone else. Keep looking you will find someone. | |
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Posted: 1/12/2008 7:36:25 PM | I think single Dads are admirable. What I find to be a shame is the lack of support in our society for them. Many of them are doing their best to learn how to balance family and career, the same as mothers - single or not- have been struggling with for the last 30 years or so. Everyone acknowledges how hard it is to balance family and career for women, but it's rare to find someone who will support a man in having to make those tough choices.
Like when he's called away from work because a child has gotten sick at school, or has to go to a doctor's appt. Women have been the ones to do this for so long, that employers practically expect it from them. They don't like it, but they expect it. But they don't cut Dads any slack to be able to do the same thing, and now the Dads are feeling the same pressure that women have felt for so long.
Our society needs to wake up and realize that a parent is a parent, regardless of gender, and parents should not be discriminated against in the workplace, or in any other environment.
Many of these single Dads are still getting their feet wet, and haven't learned how to schedule their lives so everyone gets what they need yet. No one expects a new mother to get into a routine with her baby, so everyone is taken care of, for up to a year, but when a Dad suddenly gets full-time custody, they don't get any slack. It's not fair. They feel so much pressure to get it all handled right away, and feel bad if they can't swing keeping the house clean, laundry done, extra-curricular activities and transportation organized for the kids, learning a crash course in appropriate nutrition, scheduling annual checkups and dental appts., playdates etc.
It's a hell of a job to do, and still find downtime to just relax with your kids. Kudos to those Dads who have committed to all this, and still are able to give a lady the attention she requires to feel important in his life. | |
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Posted: 1/12/2008 7:43:53 PM | | Brother we are out here. We just keep a low profile. Believe it or not it is becoming more and more common for dads to have the kiddos. Stay strong stay true. | |
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Posted: 1/14/2008 5:50:37 PM | | i am a full time single dad of a 12 year old boy and have been for 9 years | |
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Posted: 1/15/2008 1:54:48 AM | | single dads are not only sexy but i admire them alot its hard work bieng a single dad i bet and i love the fact that some love and will do anything for thier kids, not like the dead beats who arent ther for thier kids so selfish | |
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Posted: 1/15/2008 5:53:44 AM | I am a single dad of two (6 years old girl, and 8 years old boy).
I sacrify my carrier, my energy, and my sentimental life to them, otherwise nobody woudn't do it for them. It s only normal, it s my duty and my pleasure to do my best for them.
I have to take care about my own life too, of course, but sometime when there is a choice to do, they come first.
Am i wrong, or is it that most of the women and men who understand that and loves that have got also a few hard lessons in their life ? I am not sure young men or young women without children really understand this (i mean regarding the single dads, because regarding single moms, nobody is surprised) | |
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Posted: 1/15/2008 9:23:52 PM | Am i wrong, or is it that most of the women and men who understand that and loves that have got also a few hard lessons in their life ? I am not sure young men or young women without children really understand this (i mean regarding the single dads, because regarding single moms, nobody is surprised)
well rinograde
wich i think sucks because its also hard to be a single mom i know lots , and people dont appreciate that thier strong for doing it on thier own too, people only stereo type them in a very mean way not cool, i think some moms realy try hard and do very well on thier own but yes it does get challenging at times and children are a blessing as well. | |
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Posted: 1/15/2008 10:17:04 PM | | I agree with the other girls, guys you are what some of would call the dream guy. Someone who understands what its like at th eend of the day trying to be both mom and dad and support a family emotionally and financially. Just having that companionship at the end of the day would be a god-send. I have two beautiful girls who have a Dad that rarely comes around. He helps with nothing and sees these wonderful gifts as a burden to him and he isnt even the one putting in the time to help them grow. I too am a family person and having to be young and a single mother who wants the picket fence dream I tend to be laughed at. So, where are all of you single dads looking for a good woman to take good care of a family? | |
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Posted: 1/16/2008 4:26:14 AM | I have enermous amount of respect for single dads.
I was raised by just my dad, he raised me and my twin brother, and times were hard for ovious reasons but he was always there for us no matter what!
Soo if times ever get hard or thing ever get you down just think your daughter/son will always thank you for it :)
From talking to people about it to others on occasions the women i no have nothing but respect for single dads :) it is to be admired.
I wish you the best :)
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Posted: 1/16/2008 4:53:48 AM | Well done for bringing you're kids up alone....
Personally I wouldnt dat a single dad who was full time but thats just my opinion....
But either way, I'm sure you do a tremendous job x | |
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Posted: 1/17/2008 11:58:00 AM | Id actually prefer to meet a single dad,that way my kids wouldnt be such a nightmare for him to overcome and he would understand how much time kids take up and realise as a parent our relationship would have to come second best! Its just a shame i cant find one!!! | |
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Posted: 1/17/2008 5:42:22 PM | | I am a full time single dad of a 13 year old daughter. My older two daughters are in and out very often. I took all three with me on a business trip last summer to Florida. I put my 16 year old in charge and went about my daily business. It actually turned out to be an enjoyable trip for me. | |
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Posted: 1/18/2008 12:22:21 AM | I agree with the girls here, you single dads deserve respect and I am one who respects you, you all seem to be doing a great job and enjoying it at the same time. Being a single mum I would date a single dad because you have a greater understanding of being single with kids and understand how hard it is getting babysitters if you want to go out whether it be for a date or just for an evening away to relax and have some you time more so than a single guy/woman with no kids.
Take care and have a great day.
Kas xx | |
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Posted: 1/18/2008 12:59:29 PM | I am a single dad of three and am very happy with that situation. I have run into some individuals that have had an issue with it but they are few and far between.
I have noticed the number of positive posts on this list from the ladies, you are all very special.
Stephen | |
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Posted: 1/18/2008 2:06:07 PM | | Full time single dad as well for 4 years now. Bringing up 2 girls and a boy of ages 10,7 and 6. | |
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Posted: 1/18/2008 5:07:40 PM | | hi i am a single dad and i have 2 kids and work and full time so life is busy for me but its worth every minute of it they r lots of single dads i read in news paper last year that the number of single dads has rised rapidly over the last 2 years so you are not alone it mite feel your the only one sometimes but your not honestly i take my kids on holiday spain inverness /nairn blackpool when on holiday and at kids entertanment party i find single dads do stand out and you allways get asked who you are on holiday with ect ect my youngest kid pulls me up on dance floor to join in party games /fun most times i the only dad on the dance floor with my kid but i dont cares we go on holiday enjoy ourselfs and allways have great holiday so dont let being a single parent stop you inverness caravan holiday is great [£200 a week at coulmore bay ] a relaxing holiday there lots of amazing kids parks you can spend days in stand on beach see dolphins jump out water [one hr after low tide at forttrose golf course ]and it dont cost you a penny but you do need a car to get around so dont feel your aloan there are thousands of us single dads and the number of us is every day if you went on holiday with your kid/kids you love it so never let being a single dad hold you back in life just enjoy life with the kid/kids jar.head | |
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Posted: 1/19/2008 3:55:05 AM | Hi...I am a mother of five....and I think for kids to grow up balanced people,they need both balanced parents...I don't know any guys with their kids with them...and I suppose the thought of starting a relationship with one scares me.....but I also believe if the match is right from the start...then the rest will fall into place almost naturally...blended families will always be a test for both persons...it will take work and both have to be fully committed..Best wishes for all who try..
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Posted: 1/19/2008 8:22:00 AM | there are single dads out there but, u definatley dont see them as much as single moms. i have mixed beliefs in why this happens. one i think is because i hear it is close to impossible to take a kid away from her mother unless she really screwwed up. the courts tend to keep the kids with their mother. but, also i hear that at the age of twelve the kids can decide who they want to live with. the other is alot of men get used to the freedom, its like a full time babysitter and if they keep a good relationship with the kids mother they can see them whenever they like. its almost like the best of both worlds.
but let me tell u this i would much rather dad a single father, than a guy would has his kids every other weekend. it seems like he would be alot more understanding exactly what all is involved with being a full time parent. plus, maybe not as much babys momma drama. kudos to u, wish there where even more men out there like u. | |
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Posted: 1/19/2008 6:19:07 PM | I love being a single dad!
I agree with the free time comment whole heartedly.
During the week I get up at 4am. get the kids clothes and lunches ready for school then get myself ready for work. (I have 4 kids aged 6-11-14 and sixteen.Two girls, two boys)
After work you get home, clean house and get supper started. After that you spend time cleaning again and then time with the kids. After the youngest two are in bed I have an hour left for me, and that usually doesn't happen.
So that leaves the weekends. And that's when the older ones are with their friends and I'm home with the younger two.
So yes. I fully understand the meaning of being a single parent. As I'm sure all single parents do.
Kudo's to all you wonderful people who have taken the bull by the horns and ran with it! | |
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Posted: 1/19/2008 7:02:00 PM | | I HAVE BEEN A SINGLE DAD OF FOUR KIDS FOR THREE AND A HALF YEARS SINCE THIER MOM LEFT FOR ANOTHER MAN 20 YEARS YOUNGER. ANYBODY CAN BE A DAD BUT A REAL MAN TAKES CARE OF HIS KIDS NO MATTER WHAT WOMEN THINK OF US. | |
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Posted: 1/19/2008 7:36:47 PM | Only one kid here, a 10 year old son, but I am completely alone in raising him. My parents are gone and the nearest family is an hour away so I have him 24/7.
I wouldn't change it for the world. | |
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Posted: 1/19/2008 11:59:10 PM | I KNOW THE FEELING ALL TO WELL,,,,I AM A SINGLE MOM AND BEEN THIS WAY FOR 15 YEARS NOW,,SO I DO RELATE TO HOW HALF OF YOU MEN THINK, PEOPLE NOW A DAYS JUDGE WHICH IS TO BAD, THEIR LOSE I GUESS, IT TAKES A WONDERFUL PERSON TO UNDERSTAND WHAT REAL SINGLE PARENTS GO THROUGH ALL THE TIME, I MYSELF HAVE THREE, THEY ARE A LOT OLDER AND I FIND IT ALSO HARD TO FIND ANYONE, MY THREE ARE GOING ON 18, 19, 22. WHOM WANTS SOMEONE WHOM CAN NOT HAVE ANYMORE CHILDREN, WELL I KNOW FROM MYSELF, THAT I DO NOT CARE IF YOU HAVE A CHILD OR MORE FROM WHATEVER AGE, I LOVE THEM THE SAME WAY I LOVED MY THREE. I HAVE A LOT OF LOVE TO GIVE OUT TO THE RIGHT ONE, BUT TILL NO CATCHES. EVERYONE IS SO JUDGEMENTAL.....SIGNING OUT
SYLVIAD | |
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