Moroccan Men/Online Love

Submitted by ~Margo~ (United States), May 14, 2007 at 21:45

I am so amazed at how many women are intrigued by Moroccan men. I for the first time was contacted by a Moroccan man who, without knowing me, felt I should be his wife. That totally blows my mind!

I am 52 years old, raised 3 children on my own for most of my life after divorce. There has never been a man who wanted to take care of me or my family. I think that is just an illusion and fantasy. I am lonely and could be in a desperate situation. However, I have self-respect and have to think of my children as well. I have been married before and fell in love but that dream fell apart.

No man, Moroccan, or otherwise can fix your life. It is one thing, if you have been together face-face and fall in love but to talk online for a few months and think that this is the man of our life could be very unrealistic. We sometimes can confuse loneliness with love, especially when a man tells you things you want so desperately to hear.

It mostly is a practical thing, but culture and religion can play a factor also. One or the other will have to make some personal sacrifices. I am willing to take a risk for love and believe me, I have waited for love for a very long time. My life right now centers around my family. I have to admit, it intrigued me to meet someone from another culture because by nature, I am interested in other cultures.

As women, we need to be strong ourselves, in turn, a man will have more respect for you. If he truly loves you, he will be willing to see you, whatever it takes. He will not ask you to go to him or ask you for money. Please be smart about marrying someone you hardly know. I met my husband after 4 months of dating in the military, and divorced after 7 years and 2 children. Love is wonderful but be smart about love. Best of luck to your relationships.

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