Lisa

Green eyed Lisa says…..

I am quite a laid back individual. Not to be mistaken for lazy! I love meeting new people, trying new things.”

if I’m not being a mum, or at work you’ll find me in a swimming pool somewhere! I love swimming!!

I love my family, friends, animals, music, and Art.

Lisa has many interests including Rock Music, Movies, Animals, The Arts, DIY/Crafts, Restaurants, Pubs/Clubs, TV/Radio, Keep Fit and Sports.

To find out more about Lisa, just click on her picture.

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Understandably, many single parents will have mixed feelings about Valentines Day. So does this mean that all single parents should hide in the house and stay in, and just let the day pass? Of course not. Being a single parent should not stop you from having fun. Instead of feeling depressed, try to make it a memorable day for you and your children.

First of all, redefine your meaning of V Day and make it special for yourself and your kids. Who says that Valentines Day has to be the Cupid kind of love? You can make it into a special loving event for you and your child by simply doing something fun and creative together.

Have Fun Making Cards

This activity will divert your attention from an otherwise potentially lonely day, but it will also allow you to spend precious time with your children.

Secondly, if you’re a single mum who would rather be with someone special on this special day next year, then you should join an online dating site devoted to single parents such as the Single Mother Dating site. Signing up on Valentines Day would mark a special day in your life too: the day when you decide for yourself that you want and need a partner in your life, and that you are taking that first step into getting exactly that.

Going online is also perfect if you don’t want to lose precious time with your kids. Being a single parent it is very likely that your day to day life is be a bit on the haphazard side, and lurking in bars looking for a new man is just not a practical option. Also, if you don’t want to risk a blind date with someone you don’t know, then signing up for online dating for single mothers is a great option. With online single parent dating, you don’t have to go miles away to meet someone, you can easily connect with lots of people who live near you who are eager to meet you. Who knows, one of those men might just be the one you are looking for, and who knows, you might be enjoying a special Valentines Day together next year.

Dating after you are divorced is not like dating when you were single. You now have experience behind you that makes you more cautious about who you socialise with and how freely you open up to new people. While these experiences can hold you back when you re-enter the dating pool, they can also help you to be a smarter dater.

Tip #1 – Don’t Rush Things

It is important to take your time when re-entering the dating pool. If you try to start dating too soon after your divorce you may rush into situations that you are not emotionally ready to handle. You may also send out the vibe that you are damaged and not really looking to connect with someone right now. These vibes can keep people away from you, making you feel rejected. The first rule of thumb for dating after divorce is to do it only when you are ready.

Tip #2 – Know What You Want

Now that you have been married you know what works and what does not work for you in terms of the traits your partner has. Use this knowledge to your advantage. Create a list of the things that you want in a new partner and a list of things that you do not want in a partner. Why you may never find a perfect match of your “yes” list, the lists will help you weed out suitors that are a bad match for you.

Tip #3 – Put in the Effort

Dating is difficult when you are divorced, and it is going to take some effort on your part to fit it back into your lifestyle. The key here is to put in the effort. Make room in your schedule to get out and socialize at least once a week. However, do not rely solely on bars and clubs for your socialization. A better strategy is to sign up for activities that you are interested in such as cooking classes, exercise classes and even team sports. The people that sign up for these activities will have similar interest as you do and it will provide a casual and low pressure environment in which to meet new people.

Tip #4 – Give People A Chance

When you get divorced it is easy to project the faults of your ex-spouse onto new people that you meet. Try not to do this. Give people the chance to prove themselves without giving them a predetermined flaw.

Being a divorcee and entering the dating world is much different than when you were younger, states Madeline Binder, a divorcee herself. The above tips will help you to get through the awkward stage and be more comfortable with yourself. And if you are divorced and have childen it gets to be more complicated. Smart Divorce, Raising Happy Healthy Children covers some important points as well as some helpful articles in the blog.

If you are a divorcee, you may find yourself a new partner at this popular Divorcees Dating site.

Amazing Amanda

Blue eyed Amanda says…..

well im a very young 42 year old quirky merry little soul with a mad sense of humour.

im not your typical girl i love sci fi and scrambling round castles and things.
what kind of guy do i go for? usually my age or younger, yes im lucky enough not to look my age so i can get away with it intelligent, funny with a good personality and a bit of get up and go.


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Though I am sure many would find it hard to even start thinking about being with another, and you may not be in the frame of mind of getting back out there, you do need to heal and then move on. Moving into a relationship too quickly can end in a messy way, and spending too much time without interacting in the dating scene can put you in a rut, either way; there can be life after love and even love after love.

Take Michael Douglas for example; an older single father who found long lasting love in the Welsh Rose that is Catherine Zeta-Jones. Now, I understand that obviously that there is a money and celebrity element to their relationship, enables Mr Douglas to pull such a hottie. However; you take away all of that, and they are still going strong, devoted entirely to each other. The point is to explain to all you beautiful single parents that everyone has their own baggage – and you shouldn’t allow this baggage to determine your future – and that there is Life After Love.

Every relationship and friendship leaves us with some kind of issues, not necessarily negative ones, but issues nonetheless. What we have to hope is that the baggage we take with us into the next relationship doesn’t negatively affect it. This is, I believe, avoided by allowing time to heal, to sort through the baggage, unload some of it and leave it behind.  Every part of life changes, influences, and leaves traces of itself on you, and in turn affects us as human beings.

So, just remember to keep calm and carry on and find yourself life after love at this great Single Mother Dating site.

31 year old Single Mum

Blue eyed Emma says…..

Hi Im 31 and have a 10 year old son who lives with me full time. I sometimes can come across as being shy when meeting new people but I come out of my shell quite quickly.

I enjoy going out for drinks and a bit of a boogie but also like the quiet nights in relaxing whilst curled up on the sofa with a dvd.

I am looking for somebody who excepts me and my son for who we are.

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There are a number of things that go out of the window when you are a single parent, like; lay ins, money and partying every night of the week! However; it shouldn’t chuck finding real love out of the metaphorical window! Just because you have brought a life into the world, does not mean you have to settle for anything less than perfection.

I know it may be tempting to settle for a nice, safe, comfortable relationship, but; you still deserve spontaneity, passion, and excitement. Here are a few rules for finding someone who will sweep you off of your feet;

1)      First and foremost, do not introduce your little nippers too early on. Make him/her work for the privilege.

2)     Don’t talk about your kids, pregnancy – and anything else that falls under the single parent topic too much. THERE IS MORE TO YOU THAN BEING A MOTHER OR FATHER.

3)     Keep it flirty. I am sure a lot of you, having had a good amount of life experience that individuals with no children don’t have, sometimes makes you feel primarily like a parent. BUT, you are not. Firstly you are a woman/man; hot blooded, sexually active and beautiful. SO, act like it.

4)     Dress up! I am guessing being a parent; you spend a lot of time wearing jumpers with spit up on it, trousers in grass stains from where you have been playing football with your son and comfy shoes. Make yourself feel good, get your swag on!

So, there you go; a few simple, small pointers that may help you in your quest for blissful love!

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Stacey, 21

Blue eyed Stacey says…..

hi, im 21 so a young mum but wouldnt change that for the world! looking for friendship that could possibly turn into more, with a man that is kind, caring, romantic and fun!

im very shy at first but once iv got to no someone then im ok lol i am a stay at home mum at the moment as my son is only 1 but am hoping to go to college next year and do a nurseing course in hope of eventually becoming a midwife.
my interests are shopping, quiet nights in, and maybe the occasional night out but its hard to get the chance lol well anyway if your interested message me love stacey xx

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Hannah says…..

I love travel, snowboarding, the english coast, shopping, ink, chicken chow mein, photography and wearing flat shoes so i can party harder.

I have a two year old son, hes awesome.

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