Sunday, November 20, 2011

Would you use an Internet dating website - if so what type of dating website?

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Would you use an Internet dating website - if so what type of dating website?
I have used:





1. match.com (waste of time so far)


2. e-harmony (the biggest waste of time, IMO)


3. fitness-singles (its ok, but nothing special)


4. adult friend finder (lots of fake profiles and women looking for women)


and one or two others.








I have found that they are a waste of time. The people on there are either assholes, just want to look at pic and not actually interested in meeting anyone, or the ads are fake - just an ad for a porn site disguised as a personals ad.





You can find some nice people, but it is rare. Women often find that guys have posted fake pics of pics that are 10 years old, guys try to smooth-talk you because they are just looking to get laid, the guy is a psycho.





Like i said, it is possible to find a nice person, but you have to be smart about it. You have to keep your eyes open and see what is really going on, not what you'd like to see.
Reply:A friend has used Yahoo personals.He has found a lovely new girlfriend from a neighbouring town.It has worked very well for him.
Reply:You can try this one it has thousands of members from all over the world. http://personaldatefinder.diydating.com
Reply:No....really don't think that's the best option. Try better to go on speed dating or something like that, this way you'll actually get to see the person and make up your mind about it.
Reply:EHarmony.com is the best dating site on the Internet if you are actually looking for a SERIOUS relationship leading to marriage. You answer over 50 personality questions that takes over 45 minutes to complete. Most people looking for something casual won't sign up at EHarmony. Give it a go!
Reply:Yes, I belong to one now . . . and post on another. I'm more into ones that are for people interested in a relationship - not the ones just looking for sex.
Reply:no i wouldn't cos i prefer conversation face-to-face.





there are quite a few out there tho so good luck if you decide to
Reply:if ur just lookin for sex use adultfriendfinder. if ur lookin for a relationship use match.com
Reply:I did for a while and went out with lots of insane people. You can get as many dates with psychos as you want to.
Reply:Yes, I used Match.com. I met my husband there. Please make sure that you talk to the person first for a while and to see what there motivations are. People are so phoney.





I met some real frogs before I met my prince.





Got married a couple of weeks ago. We have been joyously happy for about a year.
Reply:I used Yahoo Personals and that's were I found my wonderful fiancee.





http://www.personals.yahoo.com
Reply:Yes, but you want to go to a reputable one, like Yahoo personals. It's worth it, but be careful. There are a lot of creeps out there!
Reply:no. i'm too nontraditional for those sites. i've scanned profiles and the types of women i'd be interested in are no where to be found on those things.


I started internet dating any suggestions.?

What do I do about having sex. i've been a widow for4 years and had only one man.

I started internet dating any suggestions.?
Learn to read between the lines and be a good judge of character. You'd be shocked at how many are sexual predators, or have some other hidden agenda like needing to be taken care of. Be careful, take it slow, meet only in public places.
Reply:Be very carefull there is a lot of men and women out there just into playing head games.





Good luck
Reply:download some porn movies and learn from there.
Reply:do what feels right for you. if you don't feel comfortable with a guy, don't do it. if you want to wait, wait. there are no rules and you shouldn't feel compelled to sleep with someone just because you've gone out with him three times or so. it might take you awhile to find someone you'd be interested in sleeping with, anyway. if he's a decent guy, he'll understand and wait if that's what you choose to do. just go into it safely and smart, and do it for YOU, not anyone else.
Reply:haaaaaa better be gettin the webcam out
Reply:i wouldnt worry about the sex part right now. getting back into the dating game is hard enough. i'm pretty sure that when you are ready to have sex again, you'll know what to do.. ;)


BE VERY VERY CAREFUL ON-LINE. always meet in a well known public place, and i think lunch is a better first date then dinner. its light outside, and its more casual. good luck!!
Reply:ehemm,better be careful..don't believe 100% .The risk is high,and if you plan to meet by face,bring somebody along with you and in make sure in public.Don't over expose about yourslef especially your private details.for example,home number and address.
Reply:The only thing I can say is to be careful because a lot of these people online will misrepresent themselves greatly. It's probably better to meet someone in real life because online anybody can say anything and a lot of people have gotten into problems from online dating and relationships resulting from chatting, etc.. I'm saying this from seeing it happen.
Reply:Stay away from internet for starters. Talk about Risky Business. It's like playing the lottery. The best way to meet someone is by not looking. Be yourself, stay self-confident. Be who you are. Know who you are and take it slow. There are no sure-fire methods to connect with someone like-minded but you have a much better chance by staying true to yourself first and foremost.
Reply:I myself am 59 and just started internet dating. I chatted for 4 weeks before he asked me for a date. Meet in a public place the first time. If the chemistry is right he will ask you out for the 2nd, 3rd date. When you feel comfortable with each others company, then sex will come. Don't rush it on the first date.

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What is internet dating?

How does it work? What shall a girl do to the guy? i need explanations... please don't ask me to open websites...

What is internet dating?
just have a communication with him have a chemistry if you feel safe with him.... go for it!!!!
Reply:There is nothing wrong about internet chat,I think it is interesting.. you can talk about everything,that is fun!


Successfulness of Internet Dating Eharmony?

I had no success at EHarmony.


They connected me with women from Canada and California,and I am from WVa.


But, maybe I am just hard to please....?

Successfulness of Internet Dating Eharmony?
well the commercial says if u dont find someone in 6 months they will give u 6 months free


Why is internet dating a waste of time and money?

go to www.plentyoffish.com


it's free...





...probably still a waste of time though

Why is internet dating a waste of time and money?
If u find someone it's not
Reply:It isn't a waste of time and money if you happen to find someone. A lot of people also meet here. I have had many wonderful people contact me. Most have remained friends and email buddies. Maybe you are looking for the wrong type of person, or you give the impression that you are.
Reply:Even if you don't meet someone personaly it can still be fun!
Reply:Who said it was?
Reply:I think because we all want instant gratification......you want the first person you meet to be the ONE but in fact you have to date ALOT and you get tired of meeting losers! Eventually though i think it can work out...my friend met her husband on match.com
Reply:true


Complexities with internet dating?

This woman says she absolutely loves me, and to be honest I love her too, but she is so afraid of screwing things up later that she is afraid to meet me. What can I do to get her to move forward?

Complexities with internet dating?
persuade her. and tell her there's no pressure. remind her the positives of being in a relationship, she'll never know what could happen if she never gives it a chance...
Reply:The fear she claims is probably because she has misrepresented herself to you. She could be a "He" for all you know. May be older, fatter, uglier then you were lead to think. Such people like to keep the fantasy going for as long as possible-so you need to be firm-meet me or leave me. Do not let her tie up your time when you want a real-not fantasy-encounter.


Sorry if you feel that this is not what you want to hear-It comes from experience-not meant to be hurtful or mean.
Reply:just


talk 2 her tell she iz ready
Reply:Drop the neurotic chick like a bad habit, before it is too late.
Reply:show her that there is nothing to worry about...
Reply:Can you imagine spending the rest of your life having a relationship with someone you've never been in the same room with? Can she? I'm guessing no. So the relationship is probably doomed if you don't meet. This means she has a lot to potentially gain from meeting you, and not a whole lot to lose.





You can always solemnly promise her a second date in advance, just incase something goes horribly wrong on the first, though it probably won't.





Edited to add, tell her the story of me and my husband. When we first met in person after talking online for a long time, we got comfortable with each other quickly. Less than an hour after meeting we went out for pizza and the waitress assumed I was his wife.
Reply:You have to provide and out for her. Like tell her you will visit on like the weekend at first no rush or anything. Can see how things are for that stretch of time. If she has a good time over the weekend. Just call from your hotel and ask her if she had fun and a good time. Then if she does, let her suggest when she wants to do it again. But don't be in a rush with her. See the real world is much different than the online one. Feelings get started very quickly and most people freak out because in reality of what was said on the net they know in the real world they would never be so bold. So have to give her time and all that. She needs to have a sense of control here. So don't offer to stay at her home, but say you will have a hotel room in the area and, you can have public dates. As long as she gives you directions to a mall or something. The ball is very much in her court. Once she feels calmer with you, I'm sure she will know what to do. Good luck.

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Anyone Tried Internet Dating?

I went on to find, 'fun and games' with a 21-30yr old, Female.


What I got was a 14 yr paraplegic boy.


The sex was disappointing..!

Anyone Tried Internet Dating?
That is bad - obviously not true - so very funny!!!!!!!!!!!


i take it you are bored and at work?
Reply:right on !
Reply:whcih site?
Reply:I met my husband on the internet.
Reply:my friend met her husband in a chat room it can be a bit risky but you do not now how you are talking to
Reply:.. internet dating is good for the people who


- dont ever get out


- have social phobias or anxiety


- are prepared to be decieved.. who tells the truth 100% time over internet?
Reply:no and not ever going too people really do get hurt
Reply:Don't give up. I ended up married. And the sex isn't disappointing.
Reply:what site?
Reply:wow...ur a weirdo


If your internet dating and the guy is to scared to see you what should u do?

what should i do..he think i wont except him or anything..i have been easing him a lil and tellin him not to be but it aint quite workin

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Anyone try internet dating and have this problem?

Have you had really, creepy old guys contact you? My age range is 28-33. I keep getting guys who are over 45.





And who actually thinks that calling someone honey, babe and sweetheart is a good thing in their first email? Or commenting on my boobs right away? It grosses me out.





I just ignore them and don't respond. Should I tell them the're gross and never gonna find someone or just block them without explanation?

Anyone try internet dating and have this problem?
I had that problem back when, but I think the guys that make boob comments or older guys hitting on the younger chicks just want attention. I think you should block without comment because when you comment it gives them the attention they want and they may try to contact you again, and when they find out they are blocked move on to the next girl.


If you don't give them the attention, hopefully, eventually they will realize that they aren't getting any attention and move on or stop all together.





Also isn't it sad that Men on here are telling you internet dating isn't the best way to meet men. But please we all know why they are really here...





btw I met my husband online but not in internet dating site but in a yahoo chat room. sometimes we get lucky and find a gem!
Reply:And they are probably good and married.





I really really admire you for even putting up with the pure BS and recognizing it for what it is...........bull puckey!!!





Yes, block them with no explaination. You are paying to be on that site......you are free to do whatever you want to do with your membership as long as it falls within the community guidelines. You have the right to not be bothered with old farts talking crazy!!!





Great job to you!!!! All your insight should attract the right type person to your life!!!
Reply:Hello, I have treid the internet dating thing. It is frustrating. I haven't had much luck. My age range I am looking for is 35-47, but I too get responses from men who are much older. Even worse I get responses from guys who are much younger.





And I am not rude to the much older or much younger men who respond. I just tell them that they are not in my range. Sometimes they try to put me down for not changing my range to fit their age. But why should I change my preference to what someoen else wants. Just like they have a preference so do I. And if they want to respond to someone who has stated a different age range up front they have to expect to be rejected.





As far as for the use of slang terms such as honey, babe and sweetheart in a first email it depends on exactly how they use the words ( I mean in what context). With my age range some of the older ones don't mean anything bad by using these words. I can usually tell if they are using these terms to be sexist.





Usually on dating sites guys will not come across and mention boobs or sex immediately. I do occasionally get this in instant messages. Sometimes I ignore them, and sometimes I actually start a conversation by asking them exactly what kind of woman they are hoping to find by being to blatantly disgusting. Some of them are otherwise good guys they just have no self-control. Usually if I take the time to start a conversation with one of them I can tell about five minutes into it if they are truly disgusting or if they just got a little over- anxious. I realize that sometimes men just do not think before they type.





Oh and also for the guys who respond that you are a loser for internet dating. Don't listen to them. I can tell you I have a GUY friend who met a woman online. After starting their relationship online they met and dated. Now they have just recently celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary. They have four beautiful happy well-adjusted children. So don't ever feel like you are a loser. People use the internet for dating for different reasons. Especially mature working adults. Sometimes it's more convenient with our busy work schedules. Kids who think that internet dating is for losers just haven't grown up yet and entered the real world. they are still at home letting mommy and daddy pay for everything.





Oh one more thing. If you are on a site it's a good idea to only use the email address provided by the site until you decide you want to use a more personal email contact. I mean I don't give my regular email to everyone who contacts me on a site. I know not everyone will be a good fit. If it were that easy to find a good fit I might not need the site at all. Be cautious and exchange emails on the site for a while to be sure you want more contact with someone.
Reply:Block them without explanation, the'll get the picture.
Reply:just because your age limit is that.. doesnt mean theirs is.. you need to act like an adult first off.. and yes older guys do that cause that is how most of them were raised..





let them know your not interested .. be polite.. it may gross you out but there must be someone out there that goes for that.. or maybe its the way your profile is presented..





cause im 26 and ive never got a comment online.. but in person.. the 'girls' draw the guys!
Reply:Block them!!





I had a problem but it was on email at work!





Don't talk to them, if you do they will feel like you have made a Challenge to make you like them !





Confusing i know but just let them be to their own Perverted mind!





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Reply:Block em!!!
Reply:are you talking about like myspace?





if so how do you know that they are 45 thats probly just the age they put i put a diff age on mine all the time hah idk why but its kinda funny





well just ignore them and read there like about me and if its not myspace or anything like that then block them
Reply:Yeah, it happens to me as well. Got older guys who is old enough to be my father :( Got learn to ignore them.
Reply:If I was you I would create a generic e-mail response (unless the website has a limit on how many replies you can send per day or something like that). Don't be mean but be clear that they don't fall in the criteria you set out. Then after that ignore them (or else they will feel it's okay to keep writing).
Reply:Oh yes, we have been there. If you feel unconfortable with such comments towards your body then is perfectly normal to ignore people cause they might be sexual freaks. On the other hand pet names like babe, honey etc are perfectly normal specially if you are in the dating channel.
Reply:block them or just ignore them... yeah, I had that experience too.
Reply:not myself but have heard of this kind of thing happening , believe some websites like plenty of fish allow you to decide what age can contact you .


the site that your on might offer same feature .





just blocking them might be a good idea if they keep emailing you, no explanation is needed don't fell sorry for them , i bet they sent out 20 other emails like it to every other single girl on the site .
Reply:I have the same problem... I have been trying this online dating thing for 2 months and I my age range is 22-30 and I always get nasty 50 year old men telling me they will take care of me. Ewww!! I never respond. Maybe we should tell them where to go!
Reply:maybe you shouldnt be such a loser and internet date? you call them a loser, but you looking for a relationship on the internet... hahahahahahahahahaha
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Reply:just ignore them and dont respond
Reply:Personally.... I'm one of those creepy old geezers who contact women over the net.... and I don't call them 'honey', I try something suave like 'bella', and I don't comment about thier attributes over the net,,that's too tacky. So unless you're posting provocative pics, or not stating age preferences to whom you'll date.. you'll get obnoxious responses. Seriously, take it from a guy who has had dated women who left me, to deal with guys who beat them later... LUV is STRANGE. huh.
Reply:I've gotten the same type guys. Block them and delete the message. Some guys just get their jollies by being gross.
Reply:%26lt;--------why not a 22 year old
Reply:I had this problem too and I just ignored them.
Reply:Internet dating is bad. If you want a to meet a real guy a nice guy and not some freak, who profile say he's 28, 6'3 a Chippendale dancer, but when you go to meet him he is 45, living in moms basement balding and 5'4, the go to church or volunteer or something. Hell bars are better the the web at least you know people are full of **** there from the get go.
Reply:I've definitely been there and I ended up taking my profile down b/c they weren't really matching me w/ what I asked for and I was always getting guys who never paid attention to the age range I said I was looking for nor the other criteria I had set up. I would just block them. It's not worth your energy.
Reply:block without explanation. You have to remember that when doing online dating.. a lot of these people are doing it for a reason.. i'm sure there are still normal people on there


What is Internet Dating?

It's a process by which you start chatting with someone, find out you have quite a lot in common, and before you know it, you're so looking forward to chatting with that person you're neglecting sleep, food, personal hygiene, etc.....





You convince yourself you're 'in love', and you arrange to meet. This is when the bubble bursts, when you find you can't stand each other's company......

What is Internet Dating?
Meeting people through the internet.
Reply:Stay off it there is preditors out there
Reply:It is not really dating, it is communicating with each other in words only.It involves in saying lovey dovey thing to each other, and saying that one day they will meet in person, and progress on from there.
Reply:it is where u meet someone online chat to get to know each other then become good friends then as u feel comfy with one and other u eventually met in person
Reply:Being in love with the Internet

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Whats your opinion on internet dating four years ago, and other dating services?

i met i nice person there i couldnt believe it, we are still together after five years. are there other lucky people like me??

Whats your opinion on internet dating four years ago, and other dating services?
Yes, through on on-line dating service, I met several men that I liked well enough to date regularly. I am now in a committed relationship nearly 5 years with one of them. Personal ads teach you that what you THINK want maybe isn't what you really want.
Reply:I think you are the exception to the rule.





Good for you.
Reply:Yeah me!! I met this guy just over two years ago and we are still together and am so totally in love with each other all thanks to internet dating. There is absolutely nothing i regret about meeting him the way i did, he's the best!!
Reply:you are just lucky. last person i internet dated, we met online, but dated 4 months. that's 4 months i can't get back. never again.
Reply:It happens, although not very common! LOTS of people later discovered their new find was a liar - they had someone in their lives, they were psychotic, they wanted money, they were murderers...
Reply:It's much like other means of dating, and may even have better track record than the usual bar and entertainment scene.





I had a wonderful five year relationship that sadly has ended, but that's no strike against meeting on the Internet.
Reply:i met someone online a few yrs ago n he became my first everytthing.... it was like 2001 when i met him online n i decided to meet up like 2003...he was nice we were together for about 2yrs but sadly it ended ..it was good while it lasted
Reply:I met this wonderful woman online. We connected so well. I love her with all my heart. She is everything to me. We get along so great. I feel safe with her and feel like she is the best thing that has happend to me. She is the answer to my prayers.


Why is internet dating good or bad?

im 12 and i use to play on comcast games and i told people i was 16 so they would not treat me like a stupid little grl and i ment a guy named foosho he was 15 or 16 and i gave him my email address and we talked alot but this was a secret but one day i told my mother and she read all our emails and deleted my acount, why?

Why is internet dating good or bad?
Have you seen the show "How to catch a predator" ?





That guy you were talking to is most likely an older man





Online dating is dangerous because of the possibility of the crazy people out there





Don't get me wrong the guy you were talking to may have been who he said he was;





But there is a probability that he isn't
Reply:i think it is because if some asked you for a day you don't know who that person is.and if they are safe.


What is your opinnion on internet dating? Would you do it?

I've tried it. Been on a few dates/first meetings. I've heard of others having great luck with it... just not me.





Im interested in others point of view.

What is your opinnion on internet dating? Would you do it?
I know people who have did it and are now happily married, and I know one couple who actually ended up shooting each other its just like walking into a bar- the person could be open and honest or lying and malipuative you just need to keep your guard up and check out the person before you even consider trusting them. Good Luck and don't give up the right person will fall in your lap when you least expect it.
Reply:i have done it and well we never met because the boy couldn't come down from california,his mom didn't like me though i'm really nice. i'de do it again as long as i know for sure i won't get raped or anything.
Reply:I've done it. Its fine. However where I am is not a good location for internet dating. Thats why I'm moving from Georgia to Vegas. Well, not just for that reason. However it makes things a little easier in terms of getting set up, which is nice every now and then. However as a guy, I have to say that I enjoy the hunt.
Reply:well if you know its not a pretender or


fake age it is okay


My sister dates anyone on the internet dating.dirty girl she is?

to date someone on the net is something ought to be careful about ..





Some one who never met before cannot be trusted ...u cant call her dirty just becos she is dating online ..but u can advise her n talk to her .explain to her the situation..





Teenages are hard nut to crack sometimes (no offense) but u just have to keep reminding her the cons of doing so ...there is no guarantee that she might not meet some one nasty or bad .





believe there are good ppl around and on the net but is yr fate n luck if u meet the right ones ...





The world is a dangerous place what more on the net ! I








Take care !

My sister dates anyone on the internet dating.dirty girl she is?
try talking to her and internet dateing is not safe
Reply:How do I get a date?
Reply:Dirty girl she is? What are you, Yoda? Speak like this why do you? Your sister is a ho, who cares? Guys like hos and girls know that guys like hos, so she's just hoing around.
Reply:hey dont be upset let her do what she likes.i think ur sister is a teenager that is why she does that.any try to advise her
Reply:Lets see a picture!
Reply:Was there a question involved here?
Reply:how old is she? maybe she's oo shy to date a boy face in face so she used the internet. Talk with her if you want understand why she's doing it, but don't juge her, it won't help her.
Reply:Yes, okay.

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Do internet dating sites work?

I put a profile up, but I'm skeptical about paying for it, and it seems you have to pay to contact other members. Is it worth the money? Has anyone had success with this?

Do internet dating sites work?
I think the success of finding someone on an online dating website would be equal only to the amount of effort you put into it. Be prepared to send a ton of messages, and hope to only get a few responses and then hope that there is one or two decent %26amp; normal women hidden in that handful of responses. Not trying to be a downer, just realistic. I think you can definitely find a partner this way, but don't get discouraged if it takes a while. Just like dating people in other ways, you've got to sift through alot of weirdos to find the right person, and this requires alot of work, but is worth it in the long run. Try free sites, like myspace, etc before paying for one though. It's better to get the feel of things for free then paying while you learn. GOOD LUCK!! Hope you find that special person!!
Reply:I have tried several ( I am ashamed to admit) and non of them have worked out, (in my opinion) you would be better off going to clubs and bars and/or put up a free profile and let the ladies who pay fo rthe service contact you, that way it does not cost you anything.





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Reply:Dude, there are sooooo many match-making websites that paying for something like that is a joke. Don't pay.





www.plentyoffish.com


www.myspace.com


www.craigslist.com


www.okcupid.com
Reply:no you just meet a lot of pervs
Reply:I tried it for a few months and got mixed results. They really work better if you live in a big city. I live in a small town and there wasn't many people near to me.





Here are some of the things about the dating website I didn't like:


1. Women frequently lied in their profile about their weight.


2. In a lot of cases the photos women have are very old and they don't look like that now.


3. Be aware of the "attention getters." These women love attention but don't have any intentions of really finding one person like they may say in their profile.


4. You should see a red flag when you look at someone's profile and they are in their late 20's and it says they will go any distance and any age and their picture looks like a model.





Good luck and hope my advice helps!


Does internet dating realy work?

There's so many ways people can meet on-line. Some examples include: Yahoo chat, Personals on-line, Myspace/Friendster/and other networking sites. All of which allow individuals to meet other people in different parts of the world with just one click and not having to deal with the challenges of approaching a person you like, more of just typing your feelings out. In a way, you can say its more impersonal, which makes it easy and more desirable by others because the Internet gives you the access of meeting someone personally[words typed being their inner self] and even physically [pictures and webcam. Yes, people can lie about how they look and what they're really like, but its up to you to find out whether its real or not. Internet dating does really work if both of the individuals are serious, faithful, honest, and take the risk of being in a relationship. Hence, it doesn't matter how two people meet its up to the people to make it work.

Does internet dating realy work?
no way. first of all, you cant really see the person, its boring, no hands-on stuff, and you just type stuff....nope


anyways its really desperate and pathetic...
Reply:some people find true love..others think that it's stupid





hope u find ur true love soon





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Reply:2 years and going strong...


I met her online and it has been the best relationship I ever had...


Like everything you just have to trust your feelings
Reply:yes. their are some freaks out there though. i found the love of my life 26 months ago, were getting married this summer. we both lived in the same town. look for someone who lives in your town or with in 15 miles from you. dont settle for just anyone, be picky, i did. dont hook up with people who hang out in bars and such places, if you want someone decent.
Reply:I can't speak for everyone but it worked for me. I met my fiancee about two years ago through an online dating service and we are still together. We have been together now for over a year. I haven't been happier at any point in my life until now. It can work just make sure you do your research on the person!!!
Reply:i hope so
Reply:No, not usually.
Reply:Rule number one 1! Don't pay for it!





http://OkCupid.com is free and has a lots of ways to match you up with other profiles. Great fun!





Opinion: I don't really think dating in it's self works if you're serious about finding someone. That said Internet dating has all of the trappings that real dating has plus the problem of "are they really who they say they are?"





Ok now I'm gonna contradict myself big time because I am now living with my boyfriend who,


mailed me about a year and a half ago.


We started chatting over a year ago.


Met in person at a public picnic (organised by me and some others on OkCupid.com) in Oct and...


Have been happy and romantic and buddies etc etc etc ever since. We really 'get' and appreciate each other and I dare say we would a). never have met offline and b). if we did a I'd have been too cautious to deal with it properly. [Hello! I was almost a year before we met in person!]





Anyway in short.


Good matching sites only.


Answer loads of tests and questions (they should have these), to get better results.


Be truthful with yourself most of all.


AND DON'T PAY FOR ANYTHING! [Please feel free to donate to the good ones if they have that facility I will].





PS. Two of my sets of friends met on-line.


Married couple with kids online dating/chatrooms.


Couple living together from a geeky webchat rooms that had meets.





Oh and if you just wanna shag (well some do I guess) then I'm sure you'll find no end of skanks at the ready.


Did I say skanks? I meant adventurous types. ;)
Reply:hell no.
Reply:Mmmm, not at all. There's a lot of fake people out there.
Reply:Some people find that it does (I see the commercials all the time for Match.com). However, I don't see how it could. I would prefer to meet someone face to face FIRST then talk to them. Not the other way around.
Reply:it depends some people find true love and other find it better to just do it face to face
Reply:no
Reply:i'm sure it can but u have beware of nut jobs out there but i wouldn't recommend it
Reply:Well I seen a news report about Internet dating on CBS News last year and two old people got married and found each other over Internet dating so it looks like it does work. So try it out if you are going to.
Reply:no
Reply:mostly never, but there are some lucky people who find one another
Reply:My co-worker is married to her on line boyfriend. They have been married for three years and are truly in love.
Reply:No cause most people lie bout who they are
Reply:Yes. I highly recommend it.
Reply:Yes. Ask my wife (Uncle Neil rocks).
Reply:no, that is for losers


With internet dating, how can you tell if someone is real or fake?

you cant

With internet dating, how can you tell if someone is real or fake?
u really cant
Reply:you cant so dont do it
Reply:hell, U can't find that out even in real life..... the only way U can tell is spending some time with that person........
Reply:To see the person and talk.
Reply:You can't, that's the thrill of it......
Reply:Ask them
Reply:Well this is what I'd do. I'd print out and save each email. And then I'd kinda ask a question further into each email correspondence (like if the person said they were a fireman in the first email or somethign like that, you could ask in later emails how did work go today, etc)...It's got to be hard to see if someoen's lying when it's the written word. At least if you meet someone at a bar, someoen ELSE is bound to KNOW that person and at least give you some sort of insight.


Good luck, my friends have had 50/50 success with the internet.
Reply:When u meet them.
Reply:STILL TRYING TO WORK THAT ONE OUT MYSELF?
Reply:i dont' think you can unfortunately, i have had heart broken by someone who was lying, and yet as a person i thought i was careful


just dont' trust too soon
Reply:you really can't until you meet them in person
Reply:if you cant tell in real life how can you tell in fantasy world
Reply:If you've ever watched the internet scams that Dateline has exposed, you will learn that you can't tell if someone is real or fake. Shop around for dates locally with someone you know or your friends know. Internet dating is at best dangerous.
Reply:You really cannot tell, it is difficult. Be careful if you want to meet the person though, you never know who that person is and what might he do to you...
Reply:You can't unless/untill you meet them.


And even then, you don't know if that person is fake because they may pretending to be someone who they are not.


Who knows...that's why they advise you NOT to get tooo involved with online dating.
Reply:you cant
Reply:ask for pics...butif they ask for naked pics...its most likely an old man
Reply:the thought of meeting someone on the net, makes me shiver, ya just dont know, but thats my opinion, everyone is free to do as they wish!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:same goes in regular dating u really know a person unless u live with them....how many people in church are real or fake?
Reply:You can't...that's why you have to keep your guard up and try to remember everything that person says so you can catch them in a lie.
Reply:thats what i want to know
Reply:get to know them real well...be friends first...their true "self" will come out eventually
Reply:You can't. The best thing you can do is to take your time, don't rush, and, when the time is right, agree to meet in some place where you can, if necessary, crawl out the bathroom window and run like your *ss was on fire.
Reply:Check for inconsistencies in their stories. Most internet liars are not very good.
Reply:Meet them.
Reply:Ummm. They actually want to meet you in person.
Reply:You can't, that is the reason Internet dating is not a good idea.





I did it, but, before I met the guy in person, I ordered a background report on him.





I'm glad I did. He had been in jail for stalking a female, as well as using his deceased father's Social Security Number.





Be Cautious!
Reply:its just one of those things u never know. the best thing to do is not fall for that and go find someone in REAL life. you feel a better connection to someone face to face, and alot of ppl need physical love as well....cuddling, hugging, kissing, etc. i would suggest not going for it because all it does is cause problems. good luck.
Reply:It's the chance you take, which is why internet dating is so hard.
Reply:Be suspicious and follow your instincts. If they sound too good to be true, they probably are. Be cautious if you decide to meet . Meet with friends for the first time or atleast in a public place. Don't lend money, give extravagant gifts or overly trust.


Are internet dating services safe?

can we trust those servicews that they are not really bad peaoploe there

Are internet dating services safe?
I've had experience over the past year with a number of these "services" for me and I'm sure other guys - it was a complete disappointment - ugly or psyho women - who like to play games and aren't serious about dating etc. I wont go back..
Reply:Just like with regular dating, it is all about who you select and how thorough you are. If you meet a guy at a bar and give him your phone number, you stand to have the same chance of him being a wacko as on any of these sites.





I think the only one that really separates itself is "eHarmony". A friend of mine went on it and said that you have to answer page after page after page of questions just to set up a profile. I think that would burn out most crazies before they could finish. So you may want to give them a try if you're very worried about it.

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Does internet dating really work?

Do u think it's the best way for an introvert like me to meet girls? If not where is the most appropriate place?

Does internet dating really work?
I know two couples who met on the internet - dated - and are now happily married. One couple for three years - and the other for two now. I think the internet is a great way to weed out the people you are not interested in - because you can say things like "No smokers. No overweight people. No Jesus Freaks" - or whatever it is that turns you off. You should be aware that people do lie about stuff - mostly their ages, weight, success in life - but that happens OFF the internet too.





If you don't like the "high tech" route - book studies, churches, and night classes are sometimes good places to meet woman. You said you are an introvert - so it's unlikely - but not impossible - that you would perform in a play. BUT - there are lots of things to do in a community theatre - and there are LOTS of women involved in them - and A LOT of the men there are gay. So if you are not a homopobe and you'd like to meet women who spend their time doing theatre and encounter mostly gay men - go and act in a show - or gather props - or help build the set - or run the lights or the sound. The ratio of women to straight men is usually at least 5 to 1. And if you are just a quiet, nice guy who is hanging around - they'll notice you.
Reply:no... wake up from that dream..
Reply:no
Reply:some times internet dating works but you have to be careful there are lots of weirdos out there who ruin it for the rest of us.
Reply:I think it's a great way to meet people. The 'playing field' is somewhat leveled as you get to know someone's personality first. Looks and attraction of course are important, but you find out many great things about people you might not ever know if you wouldn't have considered them on looks alone.
Reply:Internet dating can work if and only if both parties are dedicated to the one who is on the other end, and if there is complete and total honesty, trust, communication, and dedication to each other. It takes a lot of work because you do not really know what you are getting until you get it, but often times it can be the most rewarding of all experiences and loves. COMMUNICATION, HONESTY, TRUST are the huge factors that determine whether internet dating really works (among other things)........Without these, there can be no form of internet dating that works....
Reply:Ya wanna try!! no j/k i think it would work but the best place would be parties or clubs for muah!! =]
Reply:I think Internet dating is a great way to meet people, if not to find a lasting relationship. Since you're an introvert, though, be sure to follow through and actually plan in-person meetings with the people you meet. Otherwise, you could end up in a very long online relationship that ends up being disappointing to both of you. Good luck!
Reply:Not the best way to start a relationship.


Dose internet dating really work?

I have not had any sucess yet and I wonder if this is just a cyber night club. I do not go out much so I am still seeing if this is the way for me to meet the right one.

Dose internet dating really work?
It can. But be wary some people lie about things or downplay them. Make sure you have sufficient evidence on what they look like and if desired...meet them face to face in a public venue. A lot of people will tell you that internet dating is taboo and rampant with evil people. Not true. Really internet dating is just another medium for people to meet. Unfortunately, it does attract more of the social "rejects" if you will. But just like meeting people at bars and what not, you still have to comb through a bunch of trash to get to that gold. Take the risk and see what happens. If that doesn't work, try something else.
Reply:I met my husband on hotornot.com and we've been married for 4 years now, we have a daughter together and are trying to get pregnant with our second child. But I had a string of bad relationships that just didn't work before I met him. Just hang in there, and don't give up totally. Sometimes love happens when you least expect it. I had just gotten out of a long term relationship and decided I was ready to date again but wanted to casually date and play the field when I met my hubby. He insisted that night after our first date was over he had to have my commitment right then and there or he wouldn't be happy. I finally caved and look where it got me.
Reply:This depends on the individual ----%26gt; you. I met my husband on ICQ. :) He's my totally best friend. We don't go anywhere without eachother. I was just checking one day to see who was online in my area. There was this guy, so I said hello to him and he replied back hello. We chatted for awhile and he asked me out on a date, (during the day). I accepted, and I happen to luck out with a perfect gentleman. We lived together for 5 years, and have been married going on 2 years now. We're more in love than we ever have been.


Just be careful, there are alot of scammers out there, above all trust your instinct; you don't owe anyone anything.
Reply:My fiance and I met on Eharmony.com...so to me it works!
Reply:It did for me and my wife... We met online. At the time we were living in different countries. I was in London and she was in Chicago. We met on Yahoo Personals on January 15, 2004 and by January 21st of that year I had moved to Chicago and we were living together and happily married. We're still blissfully happily married to this day. Internet dating can be fantastic....
Reply:It worked for me. I had a profile on a dating site. Met my husband that way. We were very compatible. Married less than a month after we met in person.


Is internet dating! still weird and for weird,os?

No more weird than the phone date lines. You just never know who, or what, your going to end up with. This is true in any random meeting, introduced by friends, blind date, bar, coffee shop, grocery store, whatever. If one is going to try this I recommend go slow. Maybe coffee, if one tends to party, a bar with your friend close by. You still might get a crazy, a clinger or a stalker.


I bet these things don't happen as often as people would think, but the possibility is still there.


Be safe.

Is internet dating! still weird and for weird,os?
Not really. Million of people are using the internet to find their mates.





Just make sure you meet people in public places.
Reply:Desperate "go for it".


But nothing better than face to face


Bang- on the key board. will never replace the eye to eye contact.


But this could be the future??.
Reply:It really depends on you.





I met my significant other on the net, even I think it's a bit weird still. But if we did, we would have a very poor chance of meeting each other physically as we live 50 miles apart.
Reply:largly, yes...but you might get a jump out of it.
Reply:i thought it was weird at first but i have to admit i met my hubby on the net and i know for a fact both of us can get ppl w/o the internet..... i guess it all depends on the person....
Reply:no
Reply:Yes. There's no point. There's no physical contact. You don't see the "significant other" in person. It's dating a computer.
Reply:No not weird you might come across some weirdos but not every one you just have to be careful
Reply:Not really. It used to be a social stigma to look for love on the 'net, but as people get busier and busier professional lives and have less and less time for their social lives, internet dating is becoming increasingly popular.





Furthermore, internet dating exposes you to a much broader range and variety of people, so you can really find the right person for you (or at least try!)





Good luck!
Reply:Yes and yes.!!!


Lonely and Desperate maybe.!!!
Reply:Yeah i think so.
Reply:I think it is i mean its kinda creepy, what if you hook up with her and you have kids and they ask how did you meet what will you say. We met on Yahoo answers lol
Reply:no jus people who are desperate...i think secretly everyone wants to try it but doesnt want to seem desperate
Reply:It is if you tell people about it but it provides the anti-socialists with a social thing to do! So it's all cool, I dont care if you meet her at yahoo or at a club, you still got the girl =)


Is internet dating, tempting fate?

well if your talking about if it works or not, it does. my friend found a nice girl and they are inspetrable. they bought a house together too!

Is internet dating, tempting fate?
Leaving your house in the morning is tempting fate.
Reply:No. Fate has created interenet. Fate causes everything in the world to happen, it all has a reason.
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Reply:I would not say it is tempting fate, but do believe you need to use caution

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Are internet dating agencies reliable?

I got mail from a Russian lady recently who claimed she was looking for a partner. After several mailings, i got the impression she wanted us to meet, but there's been silence since.

Are internet dating agencies reliable?
Be careful most are money pits that are not reliable and do not do what they tell you. In most cases they are not even ladies you are e-mailing or not the one you think you are.


If you are looking for someone overseas try a sight that is ran by a an agency that you can check out.
Reply:Some of them are ok. I met my fiancee through an internet dating agenecy. You just have to be careful and make sure you do your research


Do internet dating services work? or are they a swindle?

I found a site for dating that is 100% free. I know others who have used it and they like it.








Always be careful when meeting people you don't know.

Do internet dating services work? or are they a swindle?
I know two people they worked for. You just have to be super careful and cautious with them, just like you do anywhere--online or offline.
Reply:ya---as long as their truthful
Reply:yep. my moms friend got married and had a baby.


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Do internet dating sites really work?

They seem to work for some people. You meet the same people on-line that you would meet at the mall. There are no more weirdos on-line than there are off-line.





I've meet a few friends on-line, and I've heard of other people getting married.





Make sure that you know what you want first, and communicate that clearly in your profile. And when you meet someone for the first time, do so in a public place like a coffee shop so that if you decide that you do not like each other, at least he doesn't know where you live.

Do internet dating sites really work?
yeah but don't try it
Reply:I'm not quite sure about some of those Internet dating sites. I have heard and seen that Eharmony is a good dating site. You might want to try it out. My boyfriend and I didn't meet on a dating site, but we did meet in a chat room. We have been together ever since!
Reply:It did for us! We met on "Yahoo Personals" 4 years ago.





We've been married a year and a half now, and just celebrated the birth of our son! :-)
Reply:I met my wife in "Yahoo! 30s love" chat three years ago and life is great! We were living 300+ miles apart and would never have met otherwise.


E-Harmony set me up for a date with the most boring (albeit pleasant and polite) woman I ever met, plus a couple of real nut-cases who never got past the phone stage.


E-Harmony should require two more things:


(1) A recent photo, e-mailed directly to E-Harmony by a reputable photographer and released late in the process BEFORE e-mail addresses and phone numbers are exchanged, and


(2) An IQ test, with no matches made more than 20 points apart.
Reply:It's as good a place to start as any when you want to meet someone, I think probably safer than picking up someone in a club.


Use your commonsense and trust your instincts.
Reply:I don't think so too many weirdos out there





i see the answers tell a diff story