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[tessintrnc]

I don't know the situation in the South, of course, but I don't think there are many (if any) new-borns up for "grabs" so to speak!!!! In my opinion (and its just my observation) I think most Cypriot men would only really want a "blood tie" - you know the macho passing on of genes etc?
Tess

[tessintrnc]

Oh I forgot, the ROC goverment gives out 25K (was cyp pounds I believe) to any Greek Cyps embarking on a third pregnancy to boost the population..........

[Tim Drayton]

The thing that really strikes me about Cyprus is that there are no homeless down and outs or beggars in the streets (well, there is one old woman who sits and collects coins on Anexartisias Street in Limassol). Cyprus has achieved the miracle of consistent economic growth combined with social justice and for that reason I really admire this place. The extended family is very strong here, and this is obviously a factor.

[beverley10]

of course there are poor people in Cyprus,mainly immigrants who work for peanuts(if they get paid)or cannot find work and doss down wherever they can with other immigrants.As for orphanages,I personally do'nt know of any,but iff you want a Cypriot husband who wants children,then forget going down that route.Iff he loves you enough,he will accept your situation,but iff he does'nt then he is'nt the man for you.

[purdey]

I agree Beverley,there are poor people in Cyprus.They are mainly the immigrant workforce,who can work up to 14 hours a day.You genrally see them on Limassol seafront on a Sunday,always smiling but poorly paid and in some cases mistreated.
Then there a the building workforce who live five to a room in squalid conditions.No beggars in Cyprus but plenty of poor people.

[Eliko]

GorillaGal, I think you will find that homelessness is quite rare in Cyprus, particularly among children since invariably there are those who will take care of them unconditionally.

I have seen evidence of several 'Dossers' who occupy caves in certain areas, I think the idea is to gain some sympathy from locals, coupled with the desire to live cheaply and thus extend their stay here.

A person with your attributes would possibly be able to bring some joy to an orphaned child, I wonder if you might be better off deciding to 'Elbow' your special friend and devoting your kindly nature to the pursuit of such a noble act as adoption.

Perhaps your 'Special friend' may even change his mind if you made such an attempt (whether or not you were successful), I think it would be unfair on yourself and the child if the primary motive for your desire was merely to attract the attention of a reluctant partner.

There are many orphaned children of other nations who would be so happy to find one (such as yourself) who could bring some joy into their sad lives, there are many men who would be attracted to a person so giving, who knows, perhaps THAT is your Karma.

Best Wishes. X.

[phoenix]

i am not planning anything. like even if i was planning, it wouldn't work out to my benefit, it never does.


my special GC friend won't marry me because i can't have kids. i was trying to point out that we could always adopt. i have a feeling he wouldn't ever want to adopt, but maybe if i pushed the poor little cypriot kids thing, i have no problem with adopting some kids. i always wanted kids, i just would never have any without a partner.

GG there are few reasons why women cannot have children these days.

Have you explored all possibilities?

[GorillaGal]

GorillaGal, I think you will find that homelessness is quite rare in Cyprus, particularly among children since invariably there are those who will take care of them unconditionally.

I have seen evidence of several 'Dossers' who occupy caves in certain areas, I think the idea is to gain some sympathy from locals, coupled with the desire to live cheaply and thus extend their stay here.

A person with your attributes would possibly be able to bring some joy to an orphaned child, I wonder if you might be better off deciding to 'Elbow' your special friend and devoting your kindly nature to the pursuit of such a noble act as adoption.

Perhaps your 'Special friend' may even change his mind if you made such an attempt (whether or not you were successful), I think it would be unfair on yourself and the child if the primary motive for your desire was merely to attract the attention of a reluctant partner.

There are many orphaned children of other nations who would be so happy to find one (such as yourself) who could bring some joy into their sad lives, there are many men who would be attracted to a person so giving, who knows, perhaps THAT is your Karma.

Best Wishes. X.

thanks eliko.
you are wise and kind beyond words.
i always did want kids, i never had the opportunity. yes i was married, but my husband was a total loser and i did not think it fair to bring a child into that kind of a household. i am a strong believer in the family unit, and feel it best to have two parents instead of just one.

i don't know why i keep trying. i am just not ready to give up just yet.

[GorillaGal]

i am not planning anything. like even if i was planning, it wouldn't work out to my benefit, it never does.


my special GC friend won't marry me because i can't have kids. i was trying to point out that we could always adopt. i have a feeling he wouldn't ever want to adopt, but maybe if i pushed the poor little cypriot kids thing, i have no problem with adopting some kids. i always wanted kids, i just would never have any without a partner.

GG there are few reasons why women cannot have children these days.

Have you explored all possibilities?

i had a hysterectomy some years ago, so i am pretty sure there is no possible way i can give birth. i am aware of surogate parenting, which is an option. i was just thinking about ways to fulfill my special friend's wish to have children. but i guess once again, forces work against me. story of my life......

[phoenix]

i am not planning anything. like even if i was planning, it wouldn't work out to my benefit, it never does.


my special GC friend won't marry me because i can't have kids. i was trying to point out that we could always adopt. i have a feeling he wouldn't ever want to adopt, but maybe if i pushed the poor little cypriot kids thing, i have no problem with adopting some kids. i always wanted kids, i just would never have any without a partner.

GG there are few reasons why women cannot have children these days.

Have you explored all possibilities?

i had a hysterectomy some years ago, so i am pretty sure there is no possible way i can give birth. i am aware of surogate parenting, which is an option. i was just thinking about ways to fulfill my special friend's wish to have children. but i guess once again, forces work against me. story of my life......

Hysterectomies suck ..... too many (male) surgeons opt for them at the drop of a hat ...... still no point crying over spilled milk ....... friends of mine adopted much needed Chinese girl ..... if your GC friend is not willing to go down the road of adoption ..... then forget him as the important thing is to do something together, like raise a child ... and it should be insignificant where that child came from..

Good luck GG