Dating After 40

By Allie Ochs

Like many singles, 48 year old Jeff has had enough of being alone. He would love to just walk down the grocery isle and there she is : the woman of his dreams.

Love rarely strikes that way and Jeff is more likely to get the cold shoulder in the frozen food section.

As a 40 plus single you have gained qualities such as compassion, integrity and patience, all of which nurture rewarding relationships. Yet, life and lack of opportunity get in the way of dating :

• Your dating years are numbered
  
• You are busy with career, children, friends and hobbies
  
• You don't have hours to spend getting to know someone
  
• You know what you like in a partner and want choices
  
• You want to expand beyond your limited dating opportunities

For midlife daters the Internet is definitely the way to go and here is the main reason: Your special someone may not live within your vicinity and unless you log on you may never find him or her. Thousands have found lasting love on the superhighway to passion and so can you. As a mature love-seeker you have a lot more going for yourself than you think:

• Most mature singles seek love and a sense of belonging
  
• They are just as shy and new to the game as you are
  
• Youth isn't the only thing that guarantees dating success
  
• Great relationships require great characters - at this stage you've got it!
  
• This generation is not likely to waste your time and good will
  
• They are less likely to play games

As a matter of fact, dating after 40 can be extremely rewarding. A great place to begin your dating journey is online, with plenty of resource sites containing everything you ever wanted to know about dating at 40 plus.

When selecting a dating site, consider choosing one that charges a fee, chances are that you will find more sincere members. Post a complementary, truthful profile, a recent flattering picture and get into the groove of colliding with your one and only.

No more excuses, just connect with like-minded love-seekers from the comfort of your home. Put your wonderful self out there and let the world know that you are seeking the love you deserve. Get prepared to make that first contact and let the idea of dating put that sparkle back into your eyes. 

Love is ageless and may just be a keystroke away!