Every relationship I ever had with a man evolved out of an existing social situation; we were friends who took it to the next level. I’ve never been on a date…not once, ever. Now that my 26 year marriage is over I’m constantly faced with the question, “Are you dating yet?”

First I wasn’t ready. Then I was. But how? I’m always meeting new people and putting myself into social situations. I figured I’d meet date-able men organically. So far, nope. The one man in over a year who piqued my interest wasn’t interested.

I’ve joined the pay-to-date world of online dating sites. No prince charming yet. A few nibbles. A few interesting communication threads. Some booty calls and weird contacts. Last week, my first ever date.