As you find yourself venturing out into the dating world again, it is crucial that you decide what your deal breakers are so that you don’t end up in another bad marriage. We all have certain things we want in a spouse. If you’re like most women you’ve been making that list from the time you were a little girl. You dreamed of how wonderful your life would be after Prince Charming came rushing in to sweep you off your feet. Then you found out Prince Charming wasn’t quite as charming as you thought and found yourself single again, but this time with a few children in tow.
Things are different now. Life changes and so do our dreams. The things that weren’t so important to you then are vitally important now. You learned what things truly bothered you and what things weren’t such a big deal. You learned what things you really wanted and what things you couldn’t stand for any longer. As you embark on your journey to find Mr. Right once again, keep these things in mind. Remember those values that are most important to you and find someone who will share in those values with you and will support your children in these values as well. Find someone who will treat both you and your children with love and respect.
Let them know where you stand, and don’t back down. No matter how much you like them, nothing is worth putting your children through another bad relationship. If something isn’t sitting right with you, don’t second guess yourself. Trust your motherly instincts. It is better to be alone than to be with someone who treats you with anything less than love and respect. Don’t let your loneliness get the better of you. You have children who are depending on you to make a good decision for them. Decide what you want and stick with it. You deserve it and so do your children. Prince Charming is still out there, you might just have to look a little harder this time.