Everywhere I go in my new city of Seattle, I seem to practically trip over attractive men in my age group who at least appear to be straight and single. And they’re all very nice when I interact with them. These are all good signs.
The thing is (yes, there’s always a thing) they are oblivious, usually, to my interest. I’ve seen this in male friends my entire life. I’ll say, “Couldn’t you tell that girl was hitting on you?” and inevitably they reply, “She was?” Clueless. As dense as a London fog.
Of course, there is the possibility that every single one of them isn’t the least bit interested in me. But if I believe that, I may as well throw in the towel right now. And then I’d be without a towel. That would never do.
I think what I need is an ad executive. A professional who will come up with creative ways to put my intentions out there. Find a way of saying, “Hey! Don’t just smile and jog past! There’s potential for romance here!” “Hey! I appreciate you holding this door open for me, but I’d rather you stop and actually talk to me.” “Hey! Thanks for the advice on fun places to see in Seattle while exchanging meaningful eye contact, and thanks even more for drawing me a map on how to get to these places. Now ask to come with me.” Or maybe I should start with simply, “Hey!” Because I don’t even seem to be getting that across without help.
I’m thinking of getting a t-shirt that says, “My dogs love me. You would, too.”
The View from a Drawbridge 
Believe me, I feel that way sometimes, when there are only the two of us here, after being married 37 years. It’s like when the children reach a certain age they become “Mother Deaf”. My Husband said to me once, “I see your mouth moving, but I don’t hear a word you say.” It’s enough to make you scream. But, Winter is coming, and men tend to want something a little warmer to cuddle with after the game. So patience, there will be someone soon.
Hope so.
Lots of good men here on the Left Coast. Try eHarmony – it’s working for me 🙂
Might do that if my work schedule will ever settle down. Fingers crossed.
Don’t even worry about the work schedule – if you find someone you’ll find the time – well worth taking the chance 🙂
Still, a little predictability would be nice.