Submitted by North_Acanthisitta23 t3_10x4n5i in relationship_advice
So I've been single for about 2 years now. The first year I was single, I took a lot of time to learn things about myself, learn to be alone, and become a better person and father to my kids. The second year, I spent talking to new people, getting myself out there, and learning to be more open with potential partners. September 2nd, 2022, I met my current girlfriend, and we've been dating since October 17th. I've felt extremely comfortable with her. She's really transparent, compassionate, listens to me, and attends to all my needs. She knows I have 3 kids and loves them. Her family loves them, and they've been extremely welcoming to me and my sons. One weekend, while the kids were over, we went to Dave and busters together, and we all had a great time. When they went back to their moms house, she asked them what they did, and they told her that they had gone out with me and my girlfriend. My ex-wife didn't bring it up right then and there, but she did pick at their brains and asked a few questions. When she brought it up, she told me that "Her kids will not be meeting my new girlfriend until she meets her and sees what type of person she is." I completely disagree with what she wants. I had no issue when she brought someone around our kids, I talked to a few people before, and my kids didn't meet them because I wasn't sure if they were going to be serious. I trust my ex-wives judgment when it comes to wanting to bring someone around the kids, and I expect the same. I told my girlfriend about this situation, and she said she has no issue meeting my ex-wife because she loves my kids and wants to become a permanent part of their lives. I feel like I would be giving into the manipulative BS my ex-wife wants if i get them to meet.