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[quote=Anonymous]Hi !   Can you maybe explain to your children what dating for you is all about?   That you two are going out and trying to see if you are compatible.  You are looking
for things like  character traits like honesty and and kindness and respect.  You need to see how he is with communications and confrontation and what you have
in common.    These things take time as 
you "try each other on for size" so to speak thus the reason for dating.  Can you explain that just because you have a boyfriend doesn't mean you are going to marry the man or that he is going
to replace their father in their hearts?. Don't know if their father is active in their lives, but know that they may resent your boyfriend.    Be as up front and 
honest with your kids as you can.  Listen to their feedback.  Get a feel for what they even think about you dating.  As you bring your boyfriend around, watch how they act
around him and how he acts with them.   My kids were older when I started dating, but they were thrilled for me.   Be true to yourself!  Keep the lines of communication open![/quote]

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