Met a guy and had a fantastic first date. So much fun, great chemistry, great phone conversations before and after.

We had plans for the weekend, but my mom fell, and his daughter was sick (22 year old daughter) He told me she was going through something emotionally and he was the only one that he could talk to. so she was going to stay with him for the weekend so he could help her and that he'd be in touch after the weekend, which was fine because I was dealing with my mom and I understand

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It’s only been a few hours and you had one date - maybe give him a day to respond vs expecting him to respond instantly.

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Agreed VP1

I understand that kids always come first. I've been a step mother, I've dated single parents. I told him to take the weekend, But I texted him this morning to ask how his daughter was and nothing. I know he doesn't owe me anything after 1 date but he really seemed into me... so tired of being disappointed.

Depending on what time you texted him, he could be busy in meetings or with work. Or he could still be with his daughter. Depending on your texting cadence before the date/before the weekend, I would give it 48 hours before writing him off.

CS1 no. I did not.

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