Comments on: We said the “L” word

By: ScubaDad

ScubaDad — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:02:56 +0000

Wow, I clearly need to catch up on the blog entries. I am way behind. I had an experience recently, dating another single mom who I was totally falling for; a romantic trip to wine country, a hotel near the ocean and a fireplace…After a day of amazing wine tasting and feeling just generally on cloud 9, I told her that I was falling for her. The reaction was something a bit akin to watching a large train slam full speed into a non-moving one. Watching the cars slowly back up and crash upon each other. I think it does take tremendous courage and openness to do that, especially when two single parents mesh and undertake all the complications that implies. I am not sure how long it will take me to be able to say that to someone again…

By: Jenn

Jenn — Wed, 27 May 2009 02:44:54 +0000

Oh my! I need to catch up on my blog reading. Congrats, Rachel--nothing better than throwing your heart out into the universe and having it returned. Unbelievably happy for you. As far as the I love you's--that is daily, sometimes hourly. I've gone too long not saying it. Much love-Jenn Jenn´s last blog post...Impostor

By: Honey

Honey — Wed, 20 May 2009 18:23:42 +0000

How long has it been (you guys dating, I mean)? I think I said I love you to the BF after about 5 months and he said it after 7 or 8. Honey´s last blog post...Best. Party. Ever.

By: Gabi

Gabi — Tue, 19 May 2009 18:37:05 +0000

In the romantic sense….a really really long time!! Like YEARS!!! That is a HUGE step for me too! It’s like handing someone your heart and asking them not to stomp all over it. Once bitten twice shy here.

By: bad mummy

bad mummy — Sun, 17 May 2009 18:31:49 +0000

So happy to read this! It's been about 3 yrs since I said 'it' to another other than family or The Mook. Tho I did say it to my FWB/best bud just the other day but in a totally platonic way. As platonic as one can get with a FWB who is also a kick-ass pseudo uncle to the Mook. bad mummy´s last blog post...Grace in Small Things

By: Kari

Kari — Sun, 17 May 2009 14:57:31 +0000

Awww so sweet! I remember when I was first told the L word with the current squeeze. I was in the hospital on the phone with him. I remember being scared he siad it and wanting to run away with my gown open and all. I pretended I couldn't understand him (the pain meds helped ha!!) Then I told him when I was ready about a month later. I know I felt it when he told me but I couldn't let myself go down that path yet. Good for you for having the confidence to do so! Kari´s last blog post...Let the talking begin.... Tweens/Teens and cell phones.

By: walt

walt — Sun, 17 May 2009 04:02:35 +0000

It sounds like we are just about on exactly the same track, as I just heard this a few weeks ago from the woman I have been seeing for two months. I think that she may really be the one for me (after lots of false starts), so I said it right back. It feels very very good. I’m still a bit cautious inside my head, because I’ve heard it a couple times before (I’ve never said it first), and possibly not always with complete sincerity.

By: John F

John F — Sat, 16 May 2009 21:14:11 +0000

Congrats! I am a wimp when it comes to love as well. Probably never got over the hurt of the past so I am hesitant and have used the line "I think I am falling in love with you." Gives me an out..."oops must not have been thinking". But then it also give her the out as well, but firmly places the ball in her court. Way to go Rachel! John F´s last blog post...Opinions Needed

By: singlemomseeking

singlemomseeking — Sat, 16 May 2009 16:02:24 +0000

Well, Lovebabz, somehow that does NOT surprise me about you…

By: Lauren

Lauren — Sat, 16 May 2009 12:55:12 +0000

I am so happy for you!

I can’t remember the last time I told someone I loved them. I know I said it to my very first boyfriend when I was 16, but I don’t think I’ve ever said it to a guy since then.