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 Author Thread: New age restrictions on searchs, yay or nay?
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 26 (view)
 
New age restrictions on searchs, yay or nay?
Posted: 5/19/2013 4:17:02 PM
I don't actually try to date here much, but I am (was) in contact with numerous female forum friends 20 - 30 years younger. I guess I am now forced to kiss that good bye?

I'm not sure why women who hate being contacted by alleged "dirty old men" could use the freakin' age filters if it was that much of an issue.

Big Fish...Big Brother.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 19 (view)
 
Interesting Topic. Haven't seen it here
Posted: 5/18/2013 8:31:06 AM

I've noticed A LOT of women on here put " white men only". Have most of you here had a bad experience dating black men or are you just racist ?

Another post & run thread, but I'll play.

As long as I've been on POF I have never read a profile stating "white men only".
I have read quite a number of caucasian women stating "seeking black men only" however.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 17 (view)
 
Am I being scammed?
Posted: 5/16/2013 3:09:27 PM
I just write to inform you that a Check of $1,980 will be issued in your Names and will be sent to your address on Tuesday. I will email you as soon as i have the tracking details from our Clients, this is what you will do, as soon as you get the check get it deposit into your bank account immediately



I travel a lot and get my hands occupied because am working with many companies in the states and outside,


DUDE! The grammar alone should tell you all you need to know!
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 205 (view)
 
Race is just another preference...
Posted: 5/15/2013 2:28:51 PM
Wow...this is crazy.
No matter which direction a person is facing regarding this topic, no one will turn the other around.
This is the definition of futility.

I've run into several caucasian women who literally state "Black men only" in their profiles. My thought is "bummer"...nothing more.
I've also messaged black women who told me they only date black men. Ok...so what?

Why should I take these things personally?

Vast majority of women here will not date me because I'm separated. Ok...bummer for me, but it's their choice. I don't get upset over it.
They all believe the generalization/stereotype that separated people cheat, will reconcile, are "undateable"
No amount of rational argument on my part will convince them otherwise. So what do I do? Whine? Complain?
I could, but I have found that accepting the situation and moving forward is the best course of action.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 11 (view)
 
Need some help organizing my thought and would like some opinions
Posted: 5/12/2013 7:57:20 AM
This is very controlling behavior. Something that will mess up your relationships forever until you get it fixed. Trust me! Work with the therapist on this.

I read the comment you referenced and in all honestly I see absolutely no controlling behavior at all.


VVV Sorry...disagree.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 11 (view)
 
Is he inlove with me?
Posted: 5/12/2013 6:52:12 AM

We've been going out for a couple of months and we've spent a lot of time together and we communicate a lot everyday.

And the saga continues...sigh.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 17 (view)
 
Im still a virgin at 30, would most girls care?
Posted: 5/11/2013 4:06:47 PM
Why would you need to mention it?
I didn't mention it. I wasn't 30, but still. watch a few videos and when you get to that point you'll find that everything falls into place as long as it doesn't fall.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 3 (view)
 
Just Friends...no 'Sprinkles'
Posted: 5/11/2013 3:53:59 PM

but is it possible to be friends...with no 'sprinkles'?

Sure, but not with him right now.
As long as he has feelings for you he really can't be just a friend.


he told me he likes kissing me • he likes certain physical traits I have • he was all over me on the dance floor, sang my songs with me • propositioned me the other night to go home with him • wanted to see me after a concert i attended without him • snuggled with me on his birthday • told me that I am the only person he wants to sleep with •

Friends don't normally act/say/do these things.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 60 (view)
 
Predator or Paranoid? What are his intentions?
Posted: 5/11/2013 3:27:19 PM
^^^ Yea...I'm bored. What's it to ya?
If one were to choose to, one could pick any word or phrase in a conversation and make a mountain out of a mole hill.
Guy asks about kids =potential pedophile...run
Woman asks about my car = gold digger...run
Guy asks where you live = stalker run
Woman asks what you do?...gold digger..run lol

Look...forums are fun, but it's not filled with psychologists or psychiatrists. It's filled with people with a life time of failed relationships.

Lets all live in fear...just in case.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 58 (view)
 
Predator or Paranoid? What are his intentions?
Posted: 5/11/2013 3:00:53 PM
Um...So I guess what needs to be done if a guy is contemplating dating a single mom is to never ever ask about the children. This sort of info is very helpful. Oh CRAP! I asked a woman how old her children were the other day.
What profile do I fit?

Back to reality. Way too many people who choose to chat endlessly before meeting build up this fantasy and begin to have real feelings for a yet to be met person. It happened to me about 5 years ago. When we finally met it was a nightmare, but prior to that we emailed often, talked on the phone a lot and it's easy to get caught up in it.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 99 (view)
 
Race is just another preference...
Posted: 5/11/2013 2:42:35 PM
Re msg 90.
I'm the kind of person who will date anyone for the most part. But I gotta tell you if Halle Berry and I were in a relationship and she had the shyt attitude displayed in msg 90, I'd tell her to take a hike. I could not deal with that. I don't care what color you are. If your attitude sux you will have a difficult time with relationships of any kind!
Too many people blame physical attribute for their difficulties when it could just be their personalities.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 19 (view)
 
ideas for speed dating icebreakers
Posted: 5/11/2013 2:36:14 PM
It's not really dating and there's no way I could do it. I'm the type of person that grows on you. But when you are unemployed they tell you to come up with a fine elevator speech. I think that's what needs to be done.
5 minutes? Two people? Stick with something non-confrontational. Like is she a D cup or a C cup?
For the ladies...bone up on local sports teams, steak & tools (your pick)
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 83 (view)
 
Race is just another preference...
Posted: 5/10/2013 2:08:13 PM
But, I'm envious of you abmccray, you get 50-100 emails in a month... I may have gotten 20 in the year I've been on here. LOL!


I got 4 all last year and 1 so far this year. Being old, balding & separated is apparently the worst. So you guys count your blessings!
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 45 (view)
 
Had my first POF date last week. What happens now?
Posted: 5/8/2013 2:51:01 AM

Oh well, hes loss.

It could have been her loss for not contacting him/showing interest in him/thanking him sooner.


But next time,please thank the guy a lot sooner rather than wait for him to contact you.
In the follow-up thank you (the next day) it's easy to arrange another date if you're both interested.

Exactly!
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 344 (view)
 
Sex on the First Date - Guys - what do you think?
Posted: 5/4/2013 5:43:48 PM
I think men and women would be better off if men, especially, stopped believing the hype that men are always horny, ready and willing - well, at least past the age of 25. :)

Um...I'm livin' the hype.
Now I just need to find me a lady. My fore arm's the size of a freakin' tree trunk.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 72 (view)
 
Help from Ex wife
Posted: 5/4/2013 4:40:39 PM
I'm left to wonder how the OP knows all of this? She knows exactly how many times she calls him, she knows what they talked about.
It sounds made up to me along with that picture.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 16 (view)
 
McDonald's? Really?
Posted: 5/4/2013 3:55:25 PM

Thank you! That is exactly what I was thinking... Cheap, no imagination. I'd have been more receptive to a walk in the park with a bottle of water than a ... gag.. happy meal.

Um...I read all responses before this and no one said that.

You suggested meeting him at a club with your friends there. Yeah...not TOO UNCOMFORTABLE
Where was YOUR imagination???

Look...it's a MEET, not a date and NO ONE said you needed to eat a happy meal.

It's not a really bad idea for women to participate in the date or meet regarding suggestions. It's 2013 NOT 1813.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 22 (view)
 
Something that started so casually....
Posted: 5/4/2013 3:45:36 PM

No, haven't had a FWB arrangement. I must say you make it sound quite appealing.

I want one of these...any youngins' out there? Contact me!
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 27 (view)
 
If you're going to take a picture with your phone, AT LEAST LOOK UP!!
Posted: 5/2/2013 3:03:18 PM

Is this another one of those threads where everyone attacks the poster.

You might want to check the OPs posting history. You might end up attacking him as well...
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 111 (view)
 
is this normal?
Posted: 4/29/2013 2:52:24 PM
I don't know, but I am wondering how far does he have to go, how many friends, ex's or otherwise is he required to ditch for an "on again, off again" relationship?

The OP met her, he was open with her that they are friends. The OP and he are obviously not in a committed relationship if it is described as on-again, off again.

I don't blame him for not telling her if she is going to freak out...
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 772 (view)
 
u can't have a platonic friendship with opposite sex
Posted: 4/29/2013 2:39:48 PM
Sure you can...Some of my best friends are women. I've had some for over 20 years.
Gotten some of the best advice about women & dating from those female friends too.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 15 (view)
 
Add Politics Category to Profiles
Posted: 4/29/2013 2:27:11 PM
^^^
I was referring to the "add politics to profiles"
Depending on the subject, my political party view differs.

Why would you even want to meet anyone from here?
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 13 (view)
 
Add Politics Category to Profiles
Posted: 4/29/2013 12:51:11 PM
Hmmm...
Difficult. I have some Democratic political views, some Republican, some others. It just depends on the actual view.
How would that work in my case?
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 65 (view)
 
Separated status - does it really matter? Why?
Posted: 4/29/2013 11:51:56 AM

First: it is NOT married/unmarried. Many many states/countries have provisions for *permanent* separation, and both sides are allowed to date and live their own lives without interference by the "spouse". . . . Once one half (at least) of a marriage sez it's over, the vows become null. The rest is legal maneuvering.


Yes...thank you!
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 43 (view)
 
First date
Posted: 4/29/2013 9:18:27 AM

I KNOW but you told me I had to bring my own beer. I'm still outraged.

Hey...I have old fashion values. You asked, you buy.


Which brings me to this. I would bet if the OP would've gotten a handy or bj, this wouldn't have been a thread. I wonder if he would have said "thank you". I mean, it's only good manners.

Interesting question...
Last BJ I got was about 15 years ago. I can't recall whether I thanked her or not.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 39 (view)
 
First date
Posted: 4/29/2013 5:48:37 AM
OP,
I think some people just do not care too much about saying thank you.
I still have no idea how your date meeting knobheads relates to her not buying a drink.
Still...one person out of X number isn't a pattern

msg 16

I NEVER drink alcohol on a meet up OR on the first few dates. Clouds judgement.

Only way to get through a meet with me is by drinking prior to and during.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 63 (view)
 
Separated status - does it really matter? Why?
Posted: 4/29/2013 5:26:43 AM

Speak on the phone and hear his voice and try to get him to video. If he is reluctant to do that, red flags.


If you look at the post immediately before yours, you will see that they have already had several dates.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 312 (view)
 
People who are here only for the forums
Posted: 4/29/2013 2:58:26 AM

Another thing I've noticed that the people who say they are only here for the forums have been here a LONG time. They are veterans, right?


I'm here only for the forums. I"m not sure why I'm bothering to reply to a 5 year old thread though.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 13 (view)
 
need to find a way to stop men from repeatedly asking for sex
Posted: 4/26/2013 2:50:27 PM
I think there is a bit of "concerned guy" self promotion involved here.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 499 (view)
 
When a woman is squirting...exactly what is squirting out and from where?
Posted: 4/24/2013 2:29:41 PM
I only experienced this once and it scared the shyt out of me.
We were lying in bed, kissing passionately for the longest time. At some point I put on a condom and got about half way in when a flood of liquid shot out of her like no tomorrow and completely saturated the sheets and comforter.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 10 (view)
 
Could I have a review please? :)
Posted: 4/24/2013 1:50:39 PM
It's just me and I'm not the gender you are seeking, but I like your profile.
Since I have been enjoying you forum posts, it is about as I expected it to be.
Was "stirred not shaken" intentional?

I've no issue with ladies in pictures...just label who they are. "Sister", "Cousin" etc.
If she's an ex, crop her out.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 113 (view)
 
It's been a year, he won't give me oral!
Posted: 4/24/2013 12:45:15 PM
Eh...some like it, some don't.
Personally, I like to give, but I also like raw oysters and clams.
Maybe next guy you date, you should head off to a raw bar to see if it's a go or a no-go.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 2 (view)
 
He acted like he was doing me a favour by dating me.
Posted: 4/24/2013 8:51:26 AM

"Yeah, but a bill like this is no big deal to me. If you pay your share and run short, your kids will have to do without. I couldn't do that to them. "

ugh...Seems like an odd way of "taking a stand"
Couldn't he have just politely insisted? He just came off as a jerk.

Are you feeling like you'll be viewed as a charity case by him?
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 17 (view)
 
Can I pick your collective brains, for a second?
Posted: 4/24/2013 7:51:53 AM

So my question is this. Is there anything that you can suggest that I can do to get over this "resistance" to all things romantic (that doesn't involve drinking goat's blood or using voodoo dolls)?

Wow...you're really tying our hands here!

Stop putting pressure on yourself. Stop calling it dating. I think there is a lot of pressure we put on ourselves to do what we "think" we should be doing. Just do what you want to do and "date" when you feel like dating.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 21 (view)
 
Shy men are a waste of time?
Posted: 4/24/2013 7:09:59 AM

and that if he met me in person he wouldnt approach me O_o

Fear of rejection sux. How many men have you walked up to and asked out?


I know people can be complicated but damn! why is is so difficult for shy guys to atleast carry a conversation with a girl they like?
Because they're...umm...SHY?


I feel that if you are a grown man that is too shy to talk to a girl then you're not man enough for me,

To equate being a man with shyness is pretty dumb in my opinion, but if that's your opinion, it's your opinion.


As soon as I notice a guy is "too shy" I feel like I should just dismiss him, is that bad?
Might be bad for you, but good for him that you dismiss him.


I also cant accept that a man is willing to let a woman he fancies walk by because of a small fear.

Yet you have no issue dismissing a guy based on some ill-conceived notion.


Stop putting women on such a high pedestal we're just women you wont be condemned to death by talking to us sorry to be harsh but grow a pair.

I seriously doubt it's that. Some people (like me) are a little shy/awkward around people we really do not know. Personally speaking it takes me a while to warm up to someone...usually after a few meets then I'm good. I have a pair, btw, and they're big.

Now...do them a favor and leave the shy guys alone.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 40 (view)
 
is this normal?
Posted: 4/23/2013 5:29:13 PM

Rule number 1: No such thing as "just friends" between a man and a woman where at least one is sexually attracted to the other.

Who said one was sexually attracted to the other?
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 23 (view)
 
Harsh Reality of Dating these days.
Posted: 4/23/2013 11:29:53 AM

Can you say I am not good dating material because of {insert flaws}

Don't agree with this as a general statement. What I might view as a flaw may be seen as a strength by someone I gel with.
Just because a person corrects what they view as a possible flaw still won't make them dating material for every one.

One of my biggest "flaw's" right now is that I am separated. I'm not bitter or angry and I don't blame women for not getting involved. I'm not interested in those who won't bother to even say hello. Consequently, I cannot get upset by that. I meet people in real life, explain my situation and more often than not, they're ok with it.
Online however, the opposite is true and it doesn't bother me.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 5 (view)
 
What to tell her?
Posted: 4/23/2013 11:09:42 AM

Now, with knowing very little about her, I get constant phone calls. I don't think this is someone I am compatible with from the conversations.

If you haven't met her, just block her and be done with it.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 21 (view)
 
is this normal?
Posted: 4/23/2013 10:29:44 AM
OP, he's not a "great guy." He doesn't give a rat's ass about your feelings. He knows you don't like him hanging out with his ex, yet he continues to do it. Obviously, your fears and concerns are a low, low priority to him.

Wow...strong words for someone YOU DO NOT KNOW! You have absolutely no idea regarding his feelings for her. Is a partner really supposed to drop everything and everyone in their lives based on a partners whims?


I am more concerned about their emotional connection. In my opinion, emotional intimacy could be worse than physical intimacy.

Well...They had an emotional connection once. Probably still have one, but it may be of a different kind. How long have they been divorced?

Years ago, I had maintained friendships with ex girlfriends. Every now and again I would go out for a drink or to the park, etc. We never did anything other than talk. My wife did the same thing with a couple of her male ex's.
It didn't bother either one because we trusted each other.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 4 (view)
 
is this normal?
Posted: 4/23/2013 9:07:55 AM
Is it normal for my boyfriend to hang out with his ex wife sometimes? I met her & she was very nice. She actually told me not to worry about her because their marriage was over years before he moved out of their house.


Do they have children together? I think it's important for the two to maintain a good relationship if children are involved. I really don't know any divorced people who still hang out if children are not involved.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 9 (view)
 
Harsh Reality of Dating these days.
Posted: 4/23/2013 8:43:35 AM

If we REALLY wanted to, we could date the first person who contacts us here because you have one thing in common. You are both single.
Nope...I am separated, but she was one of the few here who was open to it.



However, we look at a picture, read a few words and then make snap judgments on those things.
People make snap judgements based on appearance in real life as well. BUT I will grant you this, it is more judgmental online in my opinion.



When we do contact each other, we are judged the same way.
And? You are judged on any first encounter, first meet or first date as a potential fit or not



No wonder why some of us are bitter because we do make contact and then we are judged “unworthy” by someone who doesn’t want to get to know us.
Yeah, but that's not MY problem, it's theirs.



Cause we are all awesome right? (more sarcasm)
Obviously you've never met me.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 68 (view)
 
Cuddle vs. Snuggle
Posted: 4/23/2013 5:45:25 AM

Ok so I want to snuggle.....then cuddle.....then go nite nite.
Anyone care to join me?? :)


Books flight on "travelocity . com"
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 63 (view)
 
Why gender bash??
Posted: 4/22/2013 8:20:20 AM

Why gender bash??


Why not? It certainly helps weed out people as potential meets if they're posting in the forums.
So many are frustrated, so many are hurt/have been hurt by the opposite sex. Maybe for many of them the gender bashing is a form of therapy. They take their frustrations out on strangers...
Or maybe they're just a**holes.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 23 (view)
 
Can anyone explain this to me?
Posted: 4/21/2013 7:46:17 AM
I think a lot of it is how it's phrased. There's a big difference between "I refuse or I insist that I pay" and "I'd like to treat you." One is certainly more controlling than the other which is generous.


Dated a man who insisted on paying for everything, bought me things, did things for me. Eventually I asked him to stop because all I ever heard was "I bought this for you", "I did this for you".

Yup...been there. Unpleasant.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 32 (view)
 
Pagan should be a religious choice! =)
Posted: 4/20/2013 12:49:39 PM

I've been Pagan most of my life.... I'm a published author of Pagan writings... and celebrate Pagan holidays! Why is this not a choice for me in the list?

Santeria and Rastafari aren't on the list either.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 10 (view)
 
discrimination or just Jack-pot justice?
Posted: 4/19/2013 8:59:30 AM

A case in which an Asian customer of CVS is suing the chain (for $1 million) because a 'racially insenstive' term was scribbled on her photo envelope by a CVS clerk, when she went to pick up her pix.


Damn...I'm missing out on some cash. About 7 months ago I went out for a beer and a hamburger. I was identified on my check as "geeky bald guy". I can't find my copy of the check any more, but I'm sure I was emotionally damaged as a result. Oh well...maybe next time...I'm sure there will be a next time.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 15 (view)
 
Girlfriend is moving into her own apartment and I want her to have a better TV...
Posted: 4/19/2013 8:28:01 AM

Therefore, I am thinking about purchasing a 40 inch TV and keeping it at her place under the one condition that if we break up it is mine and comes with me.


In the event that you choose not to bring it with you each time you visit and take it home when you leave, you need to get your gf to sign a contract stipulating you you are only storing the tv at her place while you are together.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 9 (view)
 
How long somone has been a member?
Posted: 4/19/2013 5:51:57 AM

Yes; myself I joined 9/2/2009.
As for yourself, just look to the left of your post, and there it is under your photo.


Not necessarily. Some people close account, then create new accounts. The date you mention is only when they created that particular account.
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 112 (view)
 
Pissed, Played and Out for revenge...Or not?
Posted: 4/18/2013 10:20:03 AM
Not addressing all bullet points...


3. He told me the day of our date, "don't forget my kiss when I see you tonight".

Seems reasonable after a couple of months of chat.


4.Before the date he told me after looking at my full body pics, he couldn't believe how "hard" I got him.

Were you two engaged in sex chat prior to your meet?


6. Prior to the meeting, he kept saying that he couldn't wait to touch me and hold me in his arms.

Seems reasonable after two months.


7. The morning after our date, he sends me a text of his erect penis (through his boxers), stating that he woke up with "something bulging".
You just described almost every man's morning. Minus the texting.


8. While on the date, he mentioned to me that he had been recently diagnosed with a sleep disorder, when I asked him if he snored, he said he did and asked " so does that mean we're not going to sleep together?" I just laughed it off thinking he was joking.
Ok...TO ME...that sounds like a joke.

Is it POSSIBLE that you already concluded that he was only interested in sex before the date? Could you have acted differently during the date based on that? Maybe he got a weird vibe that he didn't like???
 procolharem
Joined: 8/29/2008
Msg: 104 (view)
 
Pissed, Played and Out for revenge...Or not?
Posted: 4/18/2013 5:16:50 AM

I must mention, that he did ask lots of questions about my ex and whether I still had feelings for him, as I mentioned to him while we were talking on the phone that I had seen him recently. He then asked me if I had slept with him, (which I admitted to since we agreed to not lie). I told him that I had slept with my ex out of sheer impulse while he was at the house that we used to share completing some contracting work. I hadn't had intimacy in 7 months, but I told him and also the my new friend that it wouldn't happen again. So when we finally went on our date, he had lots of questions about whether I missed my ex. I told him that I miss being in a relationship/marriage, but I did not miss him per se. He said that he felt that because my ex had done so much for me (he owns a successful construction business), that I was fearful of not having that security. I told him that this is not true, and I am indeed ready to move on now. I'm not sure if this played into things going down hill.


Yeah...I would have bailed too if I was the new guy.

All this vital missing info that would have certainly helped better understand the OPs situation earlier in this thread.
Maybe it was intentionally not included???
 
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