Dilemma of a Woman in Her 30s #25 Hi Her Thirties, I'm 36 and never had a real relationship. I've dated. I've been on holidays with men. But l've never been introduced to a family. Never had a toothbrush at someone's place. Never been someone's "girlfriend" properly. I used to laugh about it. Now I lie. Everyone says "you've got time," but I'm starting to feel like I've already missed something I can't admit out loud. What do you do when shame starts to feel louder than hope?