justme
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Post by justme on Jul 7, 2015 20:14:55 GMT -5
With all the threads that have started as of late with our illustrious posters that are dating, I figured maybe a all-inclusive thread might help. So I'm starting it with advice and vents in mind, but it's YM so I'll be shocked if it's still sticking to that by the 3rd page (if it makes it that far).  Singles and not are welcomed. Until we run the nots off for being so damn happy.  |
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justme
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Post by justme on Jul 7, 2015 20:15:54 GMT -5
I'll start with a vent:
It's so annoying to find a guy that even after one date wants to tell a girl why he's not going to see her again when you're the girl he's not seeing again. It was a long text too. Grrr. Oh well, only one date right?
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Post by Deleted on Jul 7, 2015 20:19:21 GMT -5
When I did the Match.com thing way back when, I tried to focus on the fact that at least I was getting some nice lunches. 
Lunches were my preference because they are easier on the guy's pocket and really don't commit for an evening or whatever. |
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Post by justme on Jul 7, 2015 20:30:59 GMT -5
I didn't get a single date from match.  It was a fun date with him taking the check though. |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 7, 2015 20:41:06 GMT -5
I want a date and don't really know how to go about finding one. I dont drink and dont want to go to a bar. I am not religious. I work only around guys. I have been thinking about online but am not sure. I am okay looking and okay money wise and okay not having any drama in my life. I am maybe (probably) a bit boring until I am comfortable knowing someone, so not a real good first impression that way. I am 54.
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justme
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Post by justme on Jul 7, 2015 20:47:21 GMT -5
Sounds like your options are 1) online 2) ask your friends co-workers to set you up 3) find new things to do and hope you meet people.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 7, 2015 20:51:33 GMT -5
When I was on Match.com, @hickle, I might have responded if you contacted me with that profile attached to a decent picture. I was almost 50 so I was looking for someone my age and fairly settled. I wasn't into drama at all.
My point is to just be honest and who you are. Women will like you or they won't. You don't even have to spend a fortune. In addition to lunches, I did Starbucks several times. I am old-fashioned enough to think the guy should pay for at least the first date, but I wanted it to be casual enough so no one had any expectations.
I met ex-boyfriend on Match.com. That relationship lasted about five or six years.
You can meet nice people online if you are patient.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 7, 2015 21:28:35 GMT -5
I'll start with a vent: It's so annoying to find a guy that even after one date wants to tell a girl why he's not going to see her again when you're the girl he's not seeing again. It was a long text too. Grrr. Oh well, only one date right? Not allowed to vent on break-up texts unless you post the content of said douchecanoe's text!!! |
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Post by justme on Jul 7, 2015 21:31:15 GMT -5
I'll start with a vent: It's so annoying to find a guy that even after one date wants to tell a girl why he's not going to see her again when you're the girl he's not seeing again. It was a long text too. Grrr. Oh well, only one date right? Not allowed to vent on break-up texts unless you post the content of said douchecanoe's text!!! Fine, fine. I've had way worse texts. Hey justme, I just wanted to touch base and level with you. I enjoyed our date and getting to know you, but I've decided to give it a go with somebody I've been seeing for the last few weeks now. Sorry for this, I know it's a bit awkward; you caught me right in that transition phase, but I felt like I should let you know what's going on. Please don't take it personally, I really enjoyed the time we spent together, I just have built up more a rapport with the other girl. Anyway, best of luck and I hope you find someone great. |
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Post by andi9899 on Jul 7, 2015 21:36:20 GMT -5
I lusted after a guy for years and never made a move because he was a client. When the agency I worked at closed, I decided to go for it. I was over it. Decided to stay friends instead because he really was very nice, just not about anything. Later I decided to test the waters and it wasn't a good decision. I blocked his number and for some reason, it still came through. I just ignore him now.
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