Ok, so what concerns do you have about the biggest difference of allвwhen your child brings home a potential mate of a completely different gender. When I taught GD we discussd the lessons. Mormons can be pretty crazy without it. Your post could have been written by me, in August. I just started dating this guy and not only is he in the army, but also a doctor. Till then, I know I should be more patient and understanding than any ordinary wife is. He has changed so much over the years and is very impatient with the kids. We'll see how long till last I have my business degree and work in a male Dominated environment so I have choices.
That is a goal worth fighting for. My Buddhist husband likes Mormons and even going to church. Oh well, I'll just pretend she's not mormon and see what happens. A grandpa sense of humor and occasional clever line from an old movie go a long way. Your attempts at being funny or lightening the mood may backfire, and your date may be put off. It's easy to forget why I chose to be with him in the first place. I get a lot of satisfaction out of being a paramedic and my business is a long time dream. He would be leaving his career, something he has worked so hard for and his passion for his family. You will get to mingle with a lot of new people, and who knows, maybe you will also find the guy or girl of your dreams there. With that same attitude they will rise up on the other side of the veil.
My husband was definitely worth the heartache and suffering that I endured but I am grateful that he was able to see that our family was worth a change in lifestyle. So it is going to be over anyway. If she can accept me for who I am and what I believe, knowing that I'll never give her the eternal family she wants, then maybe we'll be ok. He loves me and would do anything to make me happy. Perhaps with a note written on the back. I'd just like to add that unless you're happy being with her as a full believing Mormon, don't stick around in the hopes that she'll de-convert. It really helped to make me feel better. It started making me feel very nervous and apprehensive at the thought of having a family, and having all of his time be consumed by his work. I don't know what to do. Doesn't leave many options here though but better than constantly having them push the church on you until you either give in and convert or break up.
I feel for you. And on the other hand the thought of having to go through these residency years ahead haunts me. Nevertheless, I rarely have any trouble with setting some time aside to stay in touch with family, friends, and any woman I might be dating, as well. It is really hard and so good to see that I am not alone in this.
