I have never asked a guy to sleep over either, I have dated and my children have meet some of the guys, have had days out with them and on occassion perhaps their children. The message that it is ok to sleep with someone that you dont have a commited relatonship with was not one I wanted to give my children.
I do believe though that dating and having a social life are an important part of my life, I wouldnt allow my children to sit at home with no stimulation and not to get to interact with their peers why would I do it with myself.
I do remember the first time I saw mine, after my first child. I hadnt of course seen my tummy in months, I bent over to wash my hair caught sight of them and screamed lol
Well speaking for myself, I was married for all of my twenties and for some of my thirties. The rest of my thirties were spent concentrating on the children and going back to school.
My forties are for me.
The internet option also wasnt as widely used twemnty years ago.
Well since you have to have been living apart for 4 of the preceeding 5 years before you can apply for a divorce here, I think you would be really sure after that time that divorce is what you wanted.
I do realise what you mean, but I know what its like to be in the childs shoes and I will do what I can to help that child realise that she is not alone.
RE: What NOT to say on your first date?
Oh I seem to have left my wallet at home,,,