Interesting thread!
Here's my story:
I'm 49 years old. Since '99, I've been online. I've also done the online dating thing on and off. I had several dates, some short term relationships that for various reasons didn't proceed further, and a few serious relationships. My longest was 5 years. The shortest LTR was 1 year. Back in the day, I did the bar scene but after I found my way online, I preferred that over anything else.
Currently, I am wanting to get back in the online scene but I'm facing some issues. Mostly due to low self esteem. I had a weight problem that was helped with weight loss surgery. However, while I have lost over 120 lbs, it has caused some loose skin and lymphedema in my legs. I'm apprehensive about what someone would think of my appearance face to face. From what I've learned from lurking about various sites, people seem to be more shallow than they used to be. Maybe I am looking at the wrong sites for my age range? Or just being very self conscious?
