Dear Paul B,
I am a an “older 28 year old.” I have always been a polite, caring, generous person. Perhaps, my family and our roots are the reason for my softer side. I am a full time RN at a Chicagoland hospital, where I have been employed for about three years. Recently, other nurses have fixed me up with “friends, brothers, and others,” and I am personally horrified by the results. And it is not just a few dates…it was nine. Only one of these “men” showed enough class to open a door, and engage in any type of interesting, lucid, conversation. These mopes showed little or no interest in my work, while I asked numerous questions of them. Am I back in the 50’s when women didn’t work? I most likely make a bit more than these guys, so perhaps they were a bit intimidated, but I assure you I am NOT that way at all. I approached these fix ups with open eyes, and an open mind. What I received was some most memorable evenings…in the worst way imaginable. One date didn’t have enough for dinner, AFTER he ordered a very expensive steak and a few cocktails. He did leave a tip (I believe it was six dollars) which was way below expectations. I am not a snob, nor am I closed off in any way. I like to have fun, but I am perplexed at the selection of men out there, and these were “friends” who know me. When I asked them “what they were thinking,” they told me that my expectations were too high. These guys were about my age, so they weren’t way too young for me. What do you think of this situation, Paul B.?
Doreen
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Dear D,
You are not the first to clue me in on “the dating scene” of today. I truly believe that most males are not sensitive to a woman’s needs, at least not until they are 30 or so. Males, (as well as females) come in all shapes, sizes, and upbringings. You obviously need to date some older men, perhaps 31 to 36. This is NOT to admit that there are no men for you your age, but I do feel that some of these twenty eight or so year old’s are still in “party form,” and are don’t recognizing a serious woman, such as yourself. From your letter, I have the hunch that you are ready to settle down with the right man, and therefore, you need “better friends” to fix you up, or you need to get out there and meet others, through networking, dances, or perhaps through some of the doctors that you work with. You do need to be out there to meet others. Nobody will come knocking at your door. Keep your chin up, you’ll find your knight…..Stay positive…
Paul B
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