Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Don't Believe Everyone Can Find Love? Think Again

Dear Harlan,

Please tell Jimmy, the 50-year-old male who wrote to you saying he felt all alone and doesn't have a chance in heck for a relationship, that there is hope. He told you that your advice about there being a lot of people out there looking for him was BS. Well, it's not. Tell him that I am here for him! Where is he? Tell him to take his meds and contact me. I'm 50-something, still single and waiting patiently for Prince Charming. Could it be Jimmy?

Mary in Pa.

Hi Mary,

I can't hook you up with Jimmy. Even if I could, it doesn't feel right, Mary. I do appreciate your letter — it's further validation that there are options for everyone, including Jimmy. I always knew that Jimmy had options, but I'm amazed that there's someone out there who found his bitter and biting look at life inspiring enough to want a date with him. I'm sure Jimmy will be a much more attractive guy once he gets it together, but I'm curious as to why you would be attracted to someone who clearly is feeling ugly, unattractive and unhappy at this point in his life. Do you think it feels safer to date him because a guy like that is more likely to stick around? I mean, if he doesn't have any other options, where's he going to go? I'm just thinking out loud. I find it so fascinating that you would want to meet Jimmy in his current state of being. Here's an idea: Instead of waiting around, put yourself out there for the next 12 months. Try set-ups, online dating, speed dating and participate in events that will put you in the path of men. I know you'll find your prince — and he may even be charming.

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