Thanks, Perna, and all of you...
The reason I posted this thread was really because I had contacted three of my past male acquaintances about the news of my mom's passing, and it was enlightening, to say the least, as to how they responded. One, with whom I've been corresponding frequently, was downright cold and rude, just talking about himself. Another sent a polite and brief condolence, stating I could write anytime (as if I'm some kind of charity case). Only one responded with any compassion or insight, but not in a way that was encouraging to me. This, leaving me to realize how I continue to "cast pearls before swine!"
Yes, Perna, there IS a lot of living yet to do. Thanks, Sweetie, for reminding me of this....not that I expect it to be with a male partner.
While in the hospital during the long night hours with my mother, I perceived, though maybe I'm mistaken, that a couple of male nurses my age, were actually flirting with me, spending excessive time talking and telling me of their lives, giving hugs, but maybe it was just compassion for what I was going thru. How does one flirt? I don't know...I just shrink into my shell! Anyway, it gave me hope that there really are nice men out there, and maybe that I should, in fact, be "getting out there" more.
Love
Patty