I realize, that you are scared about dating, timing, et al. You aren't ready to kiss on the first date. Are worried about someone elses preconceived notion of timing of when to jump into bed.

I feel that the point being made by myself and several others here, is that when you are communicating with a partner, they will understand you, through and through, and the right man for you, will be the man that understands this about you. Has compassion for you.

There's men out there, that also perhaps, don't like the idea of rushing into intimacy, right away.

And, I am serious, about my above posting. Most of this world, does not have a perfect body undressed. And that's OK.

You mentioned, scars and stretch marks. *raising hand*, I have scars and stretch marks. I have decades old SH/SA scars, too.

Ever heard, the heart that is meant to love you, will?