[constanyiskancho]

My instinct is that you're reading too much into this, looking for a dark lining to a silver cloud.

I feel that he understands you have children, and it's not a negative issue for him at all. But it's you he's learning about, and it's you he enjoys talking to. That isn't to say that your kids are unimportant, just that at this stage of the game, his eyes on riveted on you.

Since you're insecure about this topic, I'd suggest taking the bull by the horns, but doing it very gently. Mention something the kids have done at school, or what you did with them last weekend. Make it a casual "piece of my life" comment. It will reinforce that you have kids in your life, without being blunt about it. When he shows interest, or chuckles along with you, it will ease your concerns immensely.

I'd definitely bring the kids into the conversation before you meet him face to face. Though I feel the chance is slim, if your children are a problem for this guy, you'll both be saved much heartache.