I'm not in a big hurry to find a LTR, but I WOULD like to have some fun with someone of the opposite sex every now and then. But, again, there's work....that four letter word that keeps rearing it's head.

Question: How do YOU balance your work life with your social life?

I heard what night is saying. And with the world looking for jobs right now, I don't suggest anyone quit one that is a sure thing. Bird in the hand sort of situation.

But, what I suggest is this. Open up your eyes to people around you. Down the street, around the corner, across town; any lady appeal to you? Night, I think you would have time if the person was closer to you on the map. There is nothing wrong with a grill out, yard darts (or what ever the current game is), or just iced tea on the swing and chat. Ice cream then a walk/talk. Simple pleasures are the best when trying to build a meaningful relationship with another. That would be a way to socialize and get to know someone. Believe it or not, there are women who have a similar story, working too hard and too long, and trying to find time to meet someone.

for seadragon, if "the one" is a party animal and has to be wined/dined/bedded before any other obligation in your life is properly addressed, then, well "the one" is not "the one."

Your real question was "how do you balance your life?" Going to be honest, not very well!! If I am available, the other party is not, if the other party is available, then I am not. And it continues for a while like that. For years I never wanted to go anywhere alone, that is changing. I do go alone now, with caution, a male baseball cap on the dash or deck for safety image that a man is onboard or around. And, I don't dress to kill when I go out alone, now that is a shame. Not one to be a victim, but also not one to take prisoners. Maybe I need to rethink my plan also...think, think, think.

In final thoughts, pick your partner and doe-si-doe.

I've worked all of life...Even as a kid at home, I had chores every day. I didn't have time for sports or much socializing. Joined the Navy straight out of school...worked, got out, got a job....worked. Took a buyout that my company (after 20 years) offered and went back to work....work, work, work.....The job I'm in now seems to be all consuming....6 days a week with 8, 10 and 12 hour days AND 2nd shift. So, I join a dating site in hopes of dating....I'm not in a big hurry to find a LTR, but I WOULD like to have some fun with someone of the opposite sex every now and then. But, again, there's work....that four letter word that keeps rearing it's head.

Question: How do YOU balance your work life with your social life?

My work life is my kids and I don't have a social life outside of DH so problem solved LOL...

hmm, sounds interesting! Does he have big strong arms?

I've worked all of life...Even as a kid at home, I had chores every day. I didn't have time for sports or much socializing. Joined the Navy straight out of school...worked, got out, got a job....worked. Took a buyout that my company (after 20 years) offered and went back to work....work, work, work.....The job I'm in now seems to be all consuming....6 days a week with 8, 10 and 12 hour days AND 2nd shift. So, I join a dating site in hopes of dating....I'm not in a big hurry to find a LTR, but I WOULD like to have some fun with someone of the opposite sex every now and then. But, again, there's work....that four letter word that keeps rearing it's head.

Question: How do YOU balance your work life with your social life?

I didn't reread his original post but I think he said he's not looking for a ltr anytime soon but he is looking to date someone.