I have been dating a guy for about 5 years, and he still refuses to marry me. He has come up with every excuse in the book. Now he is saying that the economy is too bad to think about marriage. I have 3 children with this guy, and now I’m afraid no one else will want me. What should I do?
Tired of Waiting,
Susan
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Susan,
First, why would you continue to have children with someone who doesn’t want to marry you? Second, you say “dating”. Do you guys at least live together? If not, I would say allow him to be the best father he can be, and then keep it moving. Don’t waste your life waiting on something that will never happen. Did you guys discuss marriage before you started having babies? There are plenty of good men out there that will accept a good woman AND her children. If a man doesn’t accept the entire package, that just means he isn’t the man for you! Work on you, because you may have some self-esteem issues, and get your life together. Remember: “Never allow someone to be your priority, while allowing yourself to be their option”! Good luck girl!
Leslie