Some habits are hard to break. My brain has been set to "serious relationship" for the last eighteen years, so starting to date casually has been a confusing transition. Long term, keep the peace, don't go to bed angry, salvage at all costs mentality is no longer necessary, but it's difficult to shut it off.... Continue Reading →
Warts And All
Remember at the beginning of a relationship, when you could present a highly curated version of yourself in small doses? Those were the days, man. If you've been together a long time, there is very little mystery left. Your 24/7 partner is seeing a lot behind the curtain that your Friday night date is shielded... Continue Reading →
It’s The Wild Wild West
I've heard from several of you following my last post that folks dating in their 30s and 40s is fascinating, and so I am back to share a collection of traumatic events stories to start your weekend. All have been collected from friends and acquaintances over the last several months as I meet more tragic... Continue Reading →
Tell Me About Yourself
When your marriage ends at thirty-seven and you have three kids in tow, dating can seem like a quagmire of half-truths and red flags. In fact, my most used phrase of 2024 has got to be, "that's a red flag." My relationship ended and I had no idea what men my age were like. Did... Continue Reading →