I stand by my hopes, but I always appreciate hearing other people’s thoughts.
Do you think I’m naïve to believe there’s a “Mr. Darcy” out there?
I love a rom-com, but I’m realistic, I’m simply looking for a man with depth, respect, emotional intelligence, a capacity for growth, and a genuine desire for real partnership.
I'm sure there is.
The issue is whether you can find him and then whether he's available when you do.
The problem is just meeting people, it gets harder as you get older. Modern life has made it harder still.
Basically the more you socialise the more chance there is. You need to be visible. Work, clubs (as in activities), social events, courses, just being out and about. But I don't think the odds are too high. Otherwise there are apps, but I can't face that, maybe you can, assuming all the people aren't just lying.
I used to have hope luck would smile on me.
But you only need one, not hundreds, so who knows 
Maybe 2026 will bring what you what Santa forgot.
I'm sure there is.
The issue is whether you can find him and then whether he's available when you do.
The problem is just meeting people, it gets harder as you get older. Modern life has made it harder still.
Basically the more you socialise the more chance there is. You need to be visible. Work, clubs (as in activities), social events, courses, just being out and about. But I don't think the odds are too high. Otherwise there are apps, but I can't face that, maybe you can, assuming all the people aren't just lying.
I used to have hope luck would smile on me.
But you only need one, not hundreds, so who knows
Maybe 2026 will bring what you what Santa forgot.
Hi,
Very kind words, I agree with you.
I know I probably hinder myself by not socialising, but at the same time it’s not easy to socialise when you don’t already have friends. Definitely food for thought.
I can’t really see myself going down the app route. Not to say it hasn’t worked for some people—I’m just not sure it would suit me.
Here’s to 2026… just the one.
It didn’t escape my notice that you said you used to have hope. What happened to it?
