I love my freedom.

Venting no guarantees in life

I didn't marry until 43,so no kids,either, 8 years in the Air Force, going around the world a few times and then getting out, eventually finding work, but low paying jobs did not help in getting dates,and being rejected had me quit looking for 16 years. Maybe I missed the signals women gave me,to possible father their kids,I dunno...

Only when I got a better paying job,was I able to wife hunt. Ran an ad in a singles paper in San Diego,we talked met,dated and married 6 months later,but now she's passed away from lung cancer,27years sure flew by,I'm going to start looking and dating after a full year has gone by(Sept). I believe Women do not like me,I've tried for friendships, and being "there" for them,so I'm clueless........

Consider yourself lucky!

Didn’t Pablo Picasso father a child in his 80’s? This opportunity hasn’t passed you by. And also, why do you need a wife to be a dad? Might you consider a surrogate or adoption? A friend of mine was a confirmed single gal and while it was harder to adopt than if she were married, she was successful. She couldn’t get the newborn she hoped for, but she adopted a 9-year-old who is now an amazing young woman.
As far as women sensing something: Do you talk about becoming a parent on a first date or in your profile? That could make a woman feel like a brood mare. How about asking your cousin to set you up on a date with a friend whose “assignment” is to give you after-date feedback? Sometimes things that seem small can be turn offs to some people.

You are still young enough to make this happen. I hope you find the right person to do it with.
I've no idea if bad luck/timing. Vent away.

Children are NOT necessary for anyone. Don't fret about it.
Just have a great life!
There is a Child Free group on here that you may want to join

As a 42 year old well-employed man you can easily find a partner and have children. Just make up your mind that you want that large responsibility and it will very likely happen.