One of my dating websites has you answer three essay questions as a part of the getting to know you process. Since these questions are intended as ice breakers, there really isn’t a wrong answer.
But apparently, one woman took the questions too seriously. Instead of moving on to more open communications, she decided to dump me.
She was a college professor. I guess she was too used to grading papers.
I realize that some times it is hard to come up with a user login name. But, try to pick a user name that is flattering.
I recently ran across one that called her self “Piglet”. And, of course, she was a large woman. Another large woman called her self “two ton tessy”. Remember, some times these names are available because no one wanted them. Think!
On the cheap dating sites, less than half of the women post a picture of themselves. And, I can understand that posting a photo can be a bit problematic.
For starters, you need access to a digital camera. Then, you need someone to take your picture. After that, you need to down load it from your camera and upload it to the dating site. So, I can understand why someone might not have a photo for the dating site.
However, recently I ran across a woman from the area who didn’t have a photo available. When I read her profile, I found out that she was a professional photographer.
I can only assume that her omission was intentional.
In an effort to get a photo of them selves, some women have resorted to standing in front of their mirror and taking a picture of their reflection.
Unfortunately, most of the pictures are taken in front of the bathroom mirror. So, not only do I get to see them, I also get to see their bathrooms.
And, what do I see in their bathroom? I see the bathrobe hanging from the back of the door, I see the wadded up towel on the floor, I see the toothpaste and hair care products on the counter, I see the toilet paper on the shelves, I see the toilet with the seat up which makes me wonder if there is a man in the house.
And, while photos are important, please make sure that they are showing everything that you want them to show.
Waiting for a Date? Don’t trust the hostess. That is what happened to me the other day.
I arrived at the restaurant a little early and told the hostess that I was waiting for someone. So, she took my name and the name of my date and told me that they would bring her to my table when she arrived.
Well, they didn’t. So, while I was waiting at the table, my date was waiting by the hostess. After 20 minutes, she left without every knowing that I was there.
Moral of the story, don’t trust the hostess.
How long do you wait for a date to show up?
The other day, I was going to meet a first date for dinner. 15 minutes after the scheduled meeting time and no date, I started to worry that she might be a no show. So, I started reviewing the menu in earnest.
When a half hour had passed I went ahead and ordered. I figure that everyone can be running a little but after a half hour, I have to assume that something major has happened.
It was a bit awkward eating by myself, but I am a big boy and can deal with it.
Most everyone has their idea of what their ideal mate would be like. Giddy girls dream of handsome movie stars or hunky athletes, while boys envision beautiful fashion models with wonderful personalities and ample assets.
For example, one middle aged woman wrote that she was looking for a doctor who made $200,000 a year. And while her dream is possible, it is not very realistic. Likewise, a guy may be looking for woman to share his interest in mountain climbing. But finding someone like that on a general dating site might be almost impossible. So, the trick is to determine what is realistic and what is not realistic and what is “settling”.
Quite often on my dating websites, I am matched to a person who has not included a photo with their profile. And, I realize that for some people, uploading a photo can be tricky. But, I read their profile anyway. If they sound like a prospect, I will ask them for a photo or just take them out for supper. After all, I do have to eat and I should get out more.
But, I was very suspicious of one profile that did not include a photo. Why? Because she listed her occupation as that of a photographer.
I once dated a woman who had a pinball machine in her house. I thought, “how cool”! I love pinball machines and she even let me play it. Then I got to thinking that I too could own my very own pinball machine!
But, as much as I love playing pinball, I knew that if I had one in my house, I would never get anything else done.
Sorry “Fantastic Four” it will have to be another time.
“I don’t get along with my boss.” That seems to be a common statement from my dates. And, in the past, I sympathized with them. But as time passes on, I have come to realize that the reason that they don’t get along with their boss is because they are NUTS!!!
Sorry!!