Why would anyone want to date a single mom?  Thing is, there are a lot of "us" out there, re-entering the strange world of dating.  It's not the same as it used to be when we were younger and dating.  Back then, there were no kids to consider, and potential dates came from your social circles instead of a computer or well-meaning friends who arrange "blind dates".  Anywho, here's my take on why dating a single mom is a great idea:

1.  Single moms are pretty independent, because they have to be.  So, the woman sitting across from you is no wimp!

2.  Your mom always said, choose a partner that would be a great mother to your kids.  Here's the good news..she's already a great mom!  Look no further.

3.  She'll be good for you, she's already incredibly patient.

4.  She won't play games, she doesn't have time to just fool around.  Thus, she will be good for you.  She will take you seriously.

5.  She's going to size you up to see if you have what it takes to be a good thing for not only herself, but her kids.

6.  She is easy to please.  She doesn't get too much time for herself, or a break - so she is easy to pamper.  Trust me on this one, dinner out that isn't pizza or a cheeseburger wrapped in paper is truly a treat.

7.  She is loyal and fiercely protective of her brood.

8.  She knows how to articulate her wants and needs in a relationship.

9.  She is practical and fun - she's not into DIVA behavior, unless she's watching Atlanta Housewives on Bravo, but doesn't want to experience it.

10.  She has long since worn out the party girl lifestyle, but a fun night out is always a treat.

11. She’s selfless. Single moms put others’ needs before their own.

12. She can make you a great spaghetti dinner, she's talented like that.  She can also give a great neck rub.

13.  She's got children and if you are privileged enough to enter her inner circle, you'll get to tag along to adventures like soccer zone and the zoo.

14.  She has an endless capacity to love those around her, whether they are her own children or those of another. 

15.  She understands that those she meets have their own baggage, those bags just come in different colors, if she's willing to help you "unpack", she's a keeper.

16.  A single mom, really has to handle all "ground zero issues" at home - that makes her very adaptable - she can feed a crew of two as easily as sixteen, grocery shop on a budget, and multi-task; however, she is also very appreciative of a helping hand - she is easily enchanted by acts of kindness.

17.  She has a new view on love - you see, a single mom has already dealt with a broken heart, she'll likely love you like you've never been loved before.  I placed this close to the end, not because it lacks importance, but because if you've read this far, hopefully you see the single mom with great ability to love already.

18.  She is fluent in the language of love, verbal and nonverbal - expect she would wrap her arms around you every morning and every night, in every way.

19. She makes a great best friend and knows what that means.

20.  She's used to working hard, in her home and work - while she is used to being in control, because she has to be in control, she welcomes sharing that with another and knows how to enjoy riding in the passenger seat.

So, you see, dating a single mom may be a really good thing, when you look at what she does every day and how she does it.