My date last night was really nice! We went to dinner and then a monthly evening event hosted by the planetarium, and it was something fun and different for both of us. I hated the drink I ordered, and he traded with me (haha) and I just think he’s so nice. 🙂 He’s traveling overseas for work this week, but said he wants to see me again when he’s back and I wanna see him too.

Banjo and I made things exclusive 😀 Things continue to go really well!
Last night I went out for drinks with basically all my friends and Banjo (he’s met most of them before, but met a couple more) to celebrate my birthday early. Several people commented to me that we look super cute and happy together.

In the morning he made me one of his yummy brunch creations. Tuesday’s my actual birthday and he’s taking me out to dinner. And we also have a double date planned with my friend and her boyfriend on Friday. So all happy updates over here! Hope everyone had a good weekend!

So happy for everyone! It’s great to hear such lovely stories and adventures.

I went out on a 3rd date (for brunch) yesterday with a very sweet, funny younger guy I met on OKCupid. It’s early, but yesterday we both voiced that we like each other and we want to keep getting to know each other and see where things could go. He’s younger than my baby sister by 3 days…26 to my 34…so we’ll see, but he’s a lot of fun and we’re going to dinner and a comedy club together next weekend. We have a lot in common and a lot of similar interests, and I so very rarely find men that I think are actually funny. 🙂

I think guys in their 30s just continue to be primarily interested in 20-something women. Women in their early 30s aren’t in such high demand with guys of the same age, and you’re not really into 40-somethings yet.

Meanwhile, guys in their 20s would have to compete with 30-something guys for the attention of 20-something women, but it’s easier for them to get the attention of 30-something women.

So when you get into your 30s, you hear somewhat less from 30-something guys and more from the young’uns. As you get into your mid-late 30s you’ll be more open to guys in their 40s, so your options will shift again. This is all normal.

I love all these positive updates, too!

@nickel_5 That kinda sucks! Back in college, I had a huge crush on one of my best friends, who wound up moving home in the middle of the school year. He came to visit months later and we finally made out and it was THE WORST. We tried a few times to see if it was just a bad first kiss, but we just didn’t have that kind of chemistry. And I was so sad! Then he then immediately slept with one of my friends. Like while staying with me and two hours after he and I were trying to force that physical connection. And then I was sad in a different way. Anyway, maybe give it another shot? But it’s nice that you’d at least be hopeful for a friendship. My sister has had good luck at turning failed online dating attempts into friendships, and I’m weirdly jealous.

@TheLadyE I don’t think age is a huge deal! We like who we like. I’m 30, and one of my friends who is 26 basically loves me and wants to date me. I really like him a lot, but just don’t think we’re compatible — and not because he’s younger, but because he does things like cocaine.) It seems like you’re having fun, so just go with it. I have a friend who think it’s horrifying to date younger men — to the extent that she thought being like 11 months older than one of her exes was a big f’ing deal — and I think she’s so stupid for it.

@Veritek Was that date 2? 3? I’m pleased with the direction things are moving with the guy I’ve been on a couple dates with, but it’s been SO LONG since I’ve felt excited in that can’t-wait-to-see-him-next kinda way. So I’m glad you’re feeling it for both of us! 🙂

@kmen Are you meeting the family when you go to Toronto? I’ve been there in the dead of winter before and the weather was brutal, but it’s a great city! Have a wonderful time!

oooh TO isn’t that bad! haha I am from the greater toronto area, the winter has been better this year than in the last 6 or 7 years. More snow, but the city is awesome! I hope he gives you a good tour. Lots of neat things to see and eat 😀

I am glad to hear everyone is enjoying their dates. Seems I am getting all the crap luck on my end. None of my dates have lead anywhere, and the guys on Tinder and Bumble seem to never respond. The guy I went out with a couple weeks ago informed me due to his schedule (he is going to LA periodically for the next couple months for work. We are in Alberta) that it may be difficult to keep something going. Which I predicted as he had mentioned the LA thing the first time we met, and then due to our busy schedules haven’t had a second “date.” He said he wants to keep chatting and see me when he can, but idk. I told him I have no issue talking still but only if it is genuine interest, not that obligatory kind cause we went out once and have been talking for a couple weeks. Also suggested that he could contact me once the dust settles and see if I am still available. Waiting for a reply now…