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Jul 3, 2009 9:40 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
sargentmcdog
sargentmcdogsargentmcdogHarrisburg, South Dakota USA3 Threads 12 Posts
I chose to be completely honest in my profile about having 6 kids. All i seem to be getting is mean E-mails bashing me for having 6 kids.

Well let me clarify, all 6 kids are from the same mother and marriage of 19 yrs of which the divorce will be final soon.

I thought the honesty would have been met with appreciation rather than opposition. I just didnt want any surprises thrown in at a later time that might be a deal breaker.

My question is this: Should I have left that part off or did I do the right thing by being honest up front?

Im not asking for someone to tell me what to do, I just want some honest opinions as to if being that honest was a good or a bad thing.

Thanks
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Jul 3, 2009 9:46 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
bestbefore
bestbeforebestbeforesomewhere, Dorset, England UK116 Threads 2 Polls 4,701 Posts
sargentmcdog: I chose to be completely honest in my profile about having 6 kids. All i seem to be getting is mean E-mails bashing me for having 6 kids.

Well let me clarify, all 6 kids are from the same mother and marriage of 19 yrs of which the divorce will be final soon.

I thought the honesty would have been met with appreciation rather than opposition. I just didnt want any surprises thrown in at a later time that might be a deal breaker.

My question is this: Should I have left that part off or did I do the right thing by being honest up front?

Im not asking for someone to tell me what to do, I just want some honest opinions as to if being that honest was a good or a bad thing.

Thanks


You are not answerable to anyone except yourself and your family.If people cannot handle the fact that you have 6 wonderful children to bless your life with that's their problem. I've been chewed up and spat out many a time on this site but have learned how to handle it now.Stand tall and ignore the bigots and wide mouthed frogs.Hope you find some happiness and take care of those little treasures.hug
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Jul 3, 2009 9:48 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
Grandepensees
GrandepenseesGrandepenseesVerviers, Liege Belgium45 Threads 1 Polls 3,691 Posts
sargentmcdog: I chose to be completely honest in my profile about having 6 kids. All i seem to be getting is mean E-mails bashing me for having 6 kids.

Well let me clarify, all 6 kids are from the same mother and marriage of 19 yrs of which the divorce will be final soon.

I thought the honesty would have been met with appreciation rather than opposition. I just didnt want any surprises thrown in at a later time that might be a deal breaker.

My question is this: Should I have left that part off or did I do the right thing by being honest up front?

Im not asking for someone to tell me what to do, I just want some honest opinions as to if being that honest was a good or a bad thing.

Thanks


Honesty is always good policy as far as finding a date, m8.
So you've got 6 kids, it's not a crime nor is it immoral, especially with the same woman.
Look at it this way: At least, you know who not to send flowers tolaugh
Do not let the haters get to you and be who you truly are. You will be the better for it.
wine
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Jul 3, 2009 9:50 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
sargentmcdog
sargentmcdogsargentmcdogHarrisburg, South Dakota USA3 Threads 12 Posts
bestbefore: You are not answerable to anyone except yourself and your family.If people cannot handle the fact that you have 6 wonderful children to bless your life with that's their problem. I've been chewed up and spat out many a time on this site but have learned how to handle it now.Stand tall and ignore the bigots and wide mouthed frogs.Hope you find some happiness and take care of those little treasures.


Thanks bestbefore. I must admit I am feeling a little blue about this cause it has not been easy to find a lady who will love me and my kids too.
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Jul 3, 2009 9:51 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
Polarbutterfly
PolarbutterflyPolarbutterflyunknown, Northwest Territories Canada115 Threads 9,486 Posts
In response to: I chose to be completely honest in my profile about having 6 kids. All i seem to be getting is mean E-mails bashing me for having 6 kids.

Well let me clarify, all 6 kids are from the same mother and marriage of 19 yrs of which the divorce will be final soon.

I thought the honesty would have been met with appreciation rather than opposition. I just didnt want any surprises thrown in at a later time that might be a deal breaker.

My question is this: Should I have left that part off or did I do the right thing by being honest up front?

Im not asking for someone to tell me what to do, I just want some honest opinions as to if being that honest was a good or a bad thing.

Thanks


Being a mother of 5 yes,5 teenagers,I know
where you're coming from.I've always stated
that I have children.If a guy doesn't accept
my children,hed isn't worthy of my time.

IMO,ignore what people are saying and just be you;
being a parent is the best thing there is.
Enjoy it.Be proud of it. wine
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Jul 3, 2009 9:52 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
nfowler
nfowlernfowlernowhere, Washington USA89 Threads 2,634 Posts
sargentmcdog: I chose to be completely honest in my profile about having 6 kids. All i seem to be getting is mean E-mails bashing me for having 6 kids.

Well let me clarify, all 6 kids are from the same mother and marriage of 19 yrs of which the divorce will be final soon.

I thought the honesty would have been met with appreciation rather than opposition. I just didnt want any surprises thrown in at a later time that might be a deal breaker.

My question is this: Should I have left that part off or did I do the right thing by being honest up front?

Im not asking for someone to tell me what to do, I just want some honest opinions as to if being that honest was a good or a bad thing.

Thanks
It was a good thing for you to be up front about your children as to having, as it were, a larger than average family.

I did notice though in your profile that you made mention of the oldest is the only one that is with you which may be giving the veiwer of your profile a misconstrude concept of your situation.

But, hey, I hear voices so don't listen to me.
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Jul 3, 2009 9:53 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
USThumper
USThumperUSThumperMexico, New York USA4 Threads 3,957 Posts
I dont think there is anything wrong with having a bunch of kids. I had five. And if a lady I was talking to had left something like that out I would be pissed. If ladys dont want to take on all those kids, they should just tell you, not bashing you for them.cheers
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Jul 3, 2009 9:53 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
NeWildflower
NeWildflowerNeWildflowerScottsbluff, Nebraska USA15 Threads 2 Polls 754 Posts
GAWD I have to wonder who would feel high and mighty enough to send you messages about that! People are completely ridiculous ya know?

Be honest! And pay no mind to ignorant asses like that.
Being honest is never a bad thing! hug
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Jul 3, 2009 9:54 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
bestat45
bestat45bestat45saint john, New Brunswick Canada8 Threads 1,169 Posts
I can't see any reason for someone to bash you for having children. Maybe if you had six with all different woman, and you were a deadbeat dad or something, which isn't the case, so don't worry what others think. Honesty is the best policy.
Good Luckbouquet
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Jul 3, 2009 9:56 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
missingsm1
missingsm1missingsm1queens, New York USA1 Threads 27 Posts
Well I think you are right to be honest about how many kids and the people that bash you without knowing the story are judgemental and you are probably better off without knowing them.Just ignore and be patient.
Lots of luck
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Jul 3, 2009 9:57 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
blondesmiles
blondesmilesblondesmilesorange park, Florida USA1 Posts
I agree, you are right in being honest and upfront.I have 4 kids of my own and 5 grands and I am proud of all of them.I have been blessed and so have you.There is someone out there that would be lucky to have a good honest man,I commend you for your honesty. cheering
sargentmcdog: Thanks bestbefore. I must admit I am feeling a little blue about this cause it has not been easy to find a lady who will love me and my kids too.
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Jul 3, 2009 10:00 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
sargentmcdog
sargentmcdogsargentmcdogHarrisburg, South Dakota USA3 Threads 12 Posts
well the e-mails I have been getting are things like 6 KIDS WHAT THE HELL WERE OYU THINKING, and IF YOU THINK ANYONE WILL TAKE YOU AND SIX KIDS YOU MUST BE CRAZY.

So I hope some can see how that hurts a bit
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Jul 3, 2009 10:05 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
nfowler
nfowlernfowlernowhere, Washington USA89 Threads 2,634 Posts
sargentmcdog: well the e-mails I have been getting are things like 6 KIDS WHAT THE HELL WERE OYU THINKING, and IF YOU THINK ANYONE WILL TAKE YOU AND SIX KIDS YOU MUST BE CRAZY.

So I hope some can see how that hurts a bit
are the letters from your EXconfused
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Jul 3, 2009 10:07 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
Grandepensees
GrandepenseesGrandepenseesVerviers, Liege Belgium45 Threads 1 Polls 3,691 Posts
sargentmcdog: well the e-mails I have been getting are things like 6 KIDS WHAT THE HELL WERE OYU THINKING, and IF YOU THINK ANYONE WILL TAKE YOU AND SIX KIDS YOU MUST BE CRAZY.

So I hope some can see how that hurts a bit


Do you always let your feelings be crushed by total strangers??
Some of them were obviously VERY bored to actually take the time to spew that kinda crap.
If you can't ignore the idiots, you, my man, are gonna have to move to Mars!laugh
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Jul 3, 2009 10:08 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
sargentmcdog
sargentmcdogsargentmcdogHarrisburg, South Dakota USA3 Threads 12 Posts
nfowler: are the letters from your EX


lol no they came from some that I sent E-flowers or an E-mail to expressing interest in
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Jul 3, 2009 10:10 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
sargentmcdog
sargentmcdogsargentmcdogHarrisburg, South Dakota USA3 Threads 12 Posts
Grandepensees: Do you always let your feelings be crushed by total strangers??
Some of them were obviously VERY bored to actually take the time to spew that kinda crap.
If you can't ignore the idiots, you, my man, are gonna have to move to Mars!


some of the E-mails I've got have been much more cruel thatn what I listed.
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Jul 3, 2009 10:16 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
Grandepensees
GrandepenseesGrandepenseesVerviers, Liege Belgium45 Threads 1 Polls 3,691 Posts
sargentmcdog: some of the E-mails I've got have been much more cruel thatn what I listed.


But they still fall within the realm idiocy and meanness. laugh
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Jul 3, 2009 10:22 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
rubendario
rubendariorubendarioHartford, Connecticut USA8 Threads 1 Polls 3,278 Posts
Honesty is the only way to go. If people can not accept who you are, which include your 6 kids, then they just simply are not compatible with you. It separates the bad apples right from the start. And I can't believe you are getting negative emails. I simple I am not interested should suffice. Don't give up..someone will see you for who you really are...someone special to them...chin-up!! thumbs up
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Jul 3, 2009 10:25 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
ladyfingers
ladyfingersladyfingersclovis, nm, New Mexico USA261 Threads 1 Polls 5,456 Posts
Well, at least you know upfront that you can scratch those ladies (?) off your list.hug
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Jul 3, 2009 10:28 PM CST OK I NEED AN HONEST OPINION
ladyfingers
ladyfingersladyfingersclovis, nm, New Mexico USA261 Threads 1 Polls 5,456 Posts
PS: I just took a peek at your profile and you stated that you have only one with you at the present time. Perhaps the women thought that you were going to have them all and they didn't feel like they could handle 6. ??? I don't know. You were right in saying so though. Don't give up.
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