Man up wrote:
Dude. Tell her you have feelings and you want to date exclusively. If she says no than move on. No such thing as a friend zone. It's just desperate guys hanging on. You'll be better off dating other women & in the end if she does have feelings will make her plead for you back.
This dude is right. Kinda different situation in that my girl has two kids and was coming out of a 10 year relationship (she’s only 28). After the first date she said it was the best time she’s had but she doesn’t think she’s emotionally ready yet for a relationship. I get it, I mean, she went through a lot. I pretty much cut her out and a month later she saw me talking to someone else and she randomly texted me for a second date.
Point is, move on. Tell her you want to be with her. If she says no, cut her out of your life. Don’t let her keep hurting you. It’s tough but you’ll be way better off. If she wants to hang out as friends, just say no. If she’s interested, her attitude will change. If not, you won’t waste any more time.