DEAR ABBY: I am a 70-year-old male former teacher and social worker. I stopped dating 30 years ago because the only women I had loved had all dumped me. I felt I was only a temporary convenience to them.
Since then, I haven’t been romantically involved with anyone so I would not be dumped again. However, I am lonely for female companionship and afraid I’ll die without ever having had another girlfriend.
I’m not attracted to women my age, and I don’t see younger women being attracted to an overweight old guy who isn’t even scraping by on Social Security. Dating services don’t screen their members. Is there a solution for this problem? — HOPELESS IN MISSOURI
DEAR HOPELESS: I’m sorry women in your age range don’t qualify, because it would be easier for you if they did.
To be appreciated for the person you are, you will have to meet through mutual friends, church or an activity you enjoy — something that will allow women to see the strengths you have. However, if that doesn’t open some doors and some hearts, because you’re looking for unconditional love, consider adopting a puppy.
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LawyerLady
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HAHAHAHAHAHA @ puppy. I think this guy needs to re-evaluate his standards. If he's an overweight poor old man, do something about it. Lose weight, seek a better job, focus on bettering himself and developing some self-esteem. Or seek out an overweight, poor old woman.
He needs to get a reality check that he needs to lower his expectations. Since he is a older, overweight and poor he is not going to get a pretty young woman. He may not even get a attractive older woman either. I agree he needs to get a dog or cat for company. It's sad that he could be missing out on meeting someone who he can enjoy life with.
