As Valentine’s Day approaches, I’m often asked about my dating life. Do I have plans on V-Day this year? Yes. I always do, regardless of whether they’re with romantic interests or friends. This year is no exception — we’ve got a great plan in the works (more on that later). But back to dating. I’ve always been a skeptic about online dating, as it has never really amounted to much for me. I’ve seen it work for others around me, but for me, real life introductions seem to be better. And some may argue that I’m too picky when it comes to suitors. As you know, I disagree, but with online dating in particular, I’d argue that you should be picky — very picky. Especially when people like this guy are part of the dating pool in which I’m wading. Which brings us back to one of the main reasons why I prefer meeting people in person — fewer psychos.
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12 responses to “One for the Skeptic”
I guess that answers my question . . . I suppose I should be thankful you didn’t repost my introductory missive.
I guess that answers my question . . . I suppose I should be thankful you didn’t repost my introductory missive.
Hi. The way I approach the problem of who to date, I found the way for me was to developed a list of things I don’t want in a date, as opposed to a list of requirements. I narrowed them down to three items, which I think suit my personality – having to deal with any of those would be death to any relationship.
One of the three is a trait I genuinely abhor in a person, and it rules out an estimated 90% of the single people I meet here in Dublin, Ireland: smoking is the #1 deal-breaker. Add in the other two, and it’s pretty clear that I’m gong to be a bachelor for as long as I live here. Good thing I’ve learned to live with it, I don’t have to deal with the hassle of dating etc. any more.
Hi. The way I approach the problem of who to date, I found the way for me was to developed a list of things I don’t want in a date, as opposed to a list of requirements. I narrowed them down to three items, which I think suit my personality – having to deal with any of those would be death to any relationship.
One of the three is a trait I genuinely abhor in a person, and it rules out an estimated 90% of the single people I meet here in Dublin, Ireland: smoking is the #1 deal-breaker. Add in the other two, and it’s pretty clear that I’m gong to be a bachelor for as long as I live here. Good thing I’ve learned to live with it, I don’t have to deal with the hassle of dating etc. any more.
psychos are everywhere…some might even be reading your blog from time to time…oh, I digress…in any case, you had that chance for a three-some about two years ago with that kid the bar and his old girlfriend who showed and you said no…so yes, you are very much the prude. But I think you are a good looking girl…best of luck.
psychos are everywhere…some might even be reading your blog from time to time…oh, I digress…in any case, you had that chance for a three-some about two years ago with that kid the bar and his old girlfriend who showed and you said no…so yes, you are very much the prude. But I think you are a good looking girl…best of luck.
See? Isn’t the internet great? Now my mom, my boss, and anyone I might possibly be dating now know what a “prude” I am. At least according to a commenter who I’ve never met. One might argue that one declined threesome does not necessarily dictate one’s sexual proclivities. But this is a family show, so I’m not going to go there.
See? Isn’t the internet great? Now my mom, my boss, and anyone I might possibly be dating now know what a “prude” I am. At least according to a commenter who I’ve never met. One might argue that one declined threesome does not necessarily dictate one’s sexual proclivities. But this is a family show, so I’m not going to go there.
What you do with your sex life is no-one’s business. Three-somes are not for everyone, and as your mom,I’m glad to know that it’s not your thing. This choice does NOT make you a prude! But it’s still none of my business!
What you do with your sex life is no-one’s business. Three-somes are not for everyone, and as your mom,I’m glad to know that it’s not your thing. This choice does NOT make you a prude! But it’s still none of my business!
I’m very, very against online dating. There’s a dead zone on there for people of a certain age. I’d say it’s about ages 35-42 for women. You get sifted out of the searches and everyone assume that if you’re a certain age you’re either automatically barren or will be in a rush to get married. There’s too many options online and that’s why you exchanjge an e-mail or two with someone and they disappear.
Eric Schaffer is a delusional narcissist. He’s just some angry guy who’s been blown off one too many times. I’ve been fixated on his blog every since Gawker and Salon wrote about him. I deal with singles and couples every day and I see his type all the time.
I’m very, very against online dating. There’s a dead zone on there for people of a certain age. I’d say it’s about ages 35-42 for women. You get sifted out of the searches and everyone assume that if you’re a certain age you’re either automatically barren or will be in a rush to get married. There’s too many options online and that’s why you exchanjge an e-mail or two with someone and they disappear.
Eric Schaffer is a delusional narcissist. He’s just some angry guy who’s been blown off one too many times. I’ve been fixated on his blog every since Gawker and Salon wrote about him. I deal with singles and couples every day and I see his type all the time.