When I moved in with Mom to be her caregiver I gave up the thought of meeting someone to date and have a relationship with. I have a thought running through my mind "no one would want to be wilth me because I have to spend all my time caregiving my Mom (alzheimers) Is it true?
Forgive me for being so blunt, but you're probably wondering if there's still a chance for a full-time caregiver to have a meaningful, long-lasting relationship.. I can't speak for other men, but no matter how much I love a caregiving woman eventually my patience would wear thin because I can only have a small part of her.
When I cared for my mother, I only dated; and always let them know my situation. The only ones who stuck around were those seeking a secondary gain, but I kept my eyes open and my feet on the ground. I knew that as long as I took care of my extra-needy mother my chances of feeling whole again were very slim. In other words, I kept it real ... with myself.
-- ED
Well said girl!