Me too :) If a guy starts saying things like "My ex was a waste of space", etc, I start running for the hills before they manage to complete their little temper tantrum. I don't find it very pleasant to hear someone's ex described as a "Pig" or whatever else that describes people in a bad light. It's too uncomfortable. They're just bitter. Bitterness. Who needs it? I guess dramatic people don't mind it, though, and are more likely to put up with a negative guy. Negative equals negative. Put negative in, you get negative out. And to the OP, what an adorably sweet face your daughter has :) Looks like a little angel. I wish you luck in your search. You seem a very decent guy. A good all-rounder.

You never cease to amaze me Joe!!! I really like the "blood to shark and circle and crap on you AFTER they eat you alive" remarks....Made me kind of horny....

I bet your teeth are sharp!

Oh wow. LOL.

So, take out the history. Ok. This is where I get a tad confused. People tell me that openness and honesty are important. I am not going for a sob story. Was just explaining where I am right now in my life, as I thought it was important info. I do very much agree though, there is too much of that, and not enough of ME. For instance , my likes. I will have to edit it slowly. I'm so used to listening and learning about others, that I never get to talk about me. It's weird, well, different is more like it. Let me practice....

I like : Horror movies, Comedies, Reggae, World music, DubStep, nature, photography, activities, anything new, happy people, children, seeing new things, horticulture (gardening, plants, and everything involved, indoor and out), outdoor activities.

I would like to do : Go to a concert, visit outside of California, hang out with like-minded and loyal people (all previous friendships have ended in either them moving away, or because they were only using me for money/food/housing/rides/etc... guess i am too trustworthy), play in the snow, and i could go on and on.

Thank you very much for opening my mind to this. Understanding people is what I truly lack experience in. I am a person, I have a personality, likes and dislikes, and I have never put them as a priority over others. That is a big problem. Lol

Ok, nice profile. Your description(s) about who you are, make for a good conversation starter for whom-ever you are trying to attract. Sufficient, I would think (this - from a woman’s perspective). Anything more detailed and you would need to start an actual conversation with her

As far the whole texting thing with the girl you’re seeing...
Here’s my 2 cents:

1) She may have lost interest in you. Sorry to say, but this happens often with people, especially in the early stages of dating. The daily ‘hi, how are you’ texts may be boring her. I somehow get the sense that she’s the type to crave excitement. As the first thing that came to her mind was... "****, he's hot. Now, you can cut to the chase and ask her point blank if she has lost interest. Yes, this seems forward but it works in most cases- that is, if she feels like being honest with you. This works in the sense that you will not have you sit there wondering where the heck her mind is at.

2) She may be truly busy. If you want to play the patient guy role, then ‘wait’ for her to be less busy. In the meantimes, commit yourself to caring for your two beautiful children. Don’t stress on not finding/meeting the right woman. Continue being a good father to your kids and the right woman will find you.

...Lastly, welcome back to the dating world. The truth of the matter is, starting from scratch isn’t easy. If you’re willing to give it a shot then keep your eyes peeled and your heart open. Very few of us are lucky enough to find our soul mates with the first try. It’s a rarity but not impossibility.

Good luck!

Are you fantasizing again...

I really can't thank you all enough. You have provided me with better feedback and advice in a few posts, than I have had in years. Blessed Love. May everyone of you find that true special someone.

SATB, I have been playing the patient role. I'm not going to bug someone, especially a hard working single full-time mother. Her gift will be here if she finds time.

Also, I must add that I wouldn't ever speak badly of my ex. She is a good person, but her actions were not. If I were to badmouth or think negatively of her as a person or a mother, then I would be putting that same negativity towards my girls, who are both one half me, and one half her. Just like myself, she never experienced being young and free. Only difference was, she wasn't willing to sacrifice a life without those sort of experiences, immature or not. I do not believe anyone has the right to speak ill of any children's parents, unless there is serious abuse that can detriment the child. We all have our strengths and weakness'.

Edit* I took out the sob history part in the profile. ;)

One more little thing about me that I am proud of. After being married and having children, I ballooned from 175lbs to a whopping 300lbs. I knew I was way too fat because I could barely bend down to wash my feet. LOL. I have shed 100lbs in the past year . YAY!!. It feels so good. I am exercising daily. Can't wait to get toned up like all the dudes at the beach. Hahaha.

a real women doesnt care about looks. But I understand alot of where your coming from. Be truthful always but understand sometimes we are not the best judge of ourselves. Let the right people who are honest and caring tell you, your too hard on yourself. Bad things happen but by being open and caring your doing the first step to heal and help others.

I am in a sort of transformation phase I guess. There is so much more to my story, and I am finally understanding the plot. It's a good ol' who dun it, not a tragedy as I was making myself believe. The epic part is set to unravel. My mind is open, and it's an amazing thing. This cocoon I have wrapped myself in has weathered the storm, and now I can see the sunshine. Thought I was going to be a moth, always feeling lost and rushing towards the nearest source of light. Little did I know, I'm a badass butterfly.

Time to fetch me some nectar!