Online Dating?

Have You Ever Had Any Online Dating Disasters?


Sucess Stories?


I Just Want To Hear Some Peoples Experiences Because I Was Thinking Of Joining A Dating Site.I Am Just Afraid Of Meeting A Bad Apple.

Online Dating?
I've never done online dating.





The world is full of both success stories with happy endings and horror stories. There are tons of both wonderful people and sick psychos out there. Exercise due diligence, and then some.





Try sites that have you fill out questionnaires designed to develop a psychological profile of the applicant. Basic sites which just ask you for a paragraph and a picture may, IMHO, allow anyone to join, including people you wouldn't wish on your worst enemy.





Research and pick online dating sites carefully. Then use a prepaid (disposable) phone when you start to talk to the person you met online. Google the person. When you meet the first few times, double-date with someone you know, someone who'll watch your back just in case...





Remember also, relationships that work are relationships into which the two parties invest time and effort.
Reply:Good question. In my opinion, I think that for every 5 online dating stories, there is just one that makes it through them all with a big success. I have had my share of disasters and successes, but recently I met a guy online that I didn't know and it has been a success so far, it's like we hit it off instantly and everything has been going well ever since. Of course you will find a few bad apples, but they don't have to spoil the whole bunch if you play your cards right. I think that you should try it and let us know how it went. Believe me, there are good and bad online hook-ups everywhere so just so you know, your not alone:) hope this helps and email me if you need any more advice.
Reply:Bad apples are everywhere.





I have dated 3 guys from online dating sites.....one was okay, one i was more then happy to toss back in the ocean. the third well we were to different.





the good---makes you understand what you really want in life/relationships, its cheep, it is something that you enjoy and you can tell a complete stranger something that is bothering you and know that they have no clue who you are.





the bad---I have no idea but way to many guys are pervs/pigs/horn dogs you name them that is all they think about. You miss the up close and personal things while being in a relationship.





will i do it again--you bet. I just wish that more guys where happy with life.





girl go for it and remember you can catch much from typing except carpal tunnel sydrome
Reply:My brother and his wife met online 4 years ago and have been married three years so a success so far.
Reply:I did dating online. It was nice because at times you really are seeing a different side of the person you might not in person.





The downfall is its also easy to hide parts of you, even not purposely, and you fill in the blanks with your own idea and more than likely end up disappointing yourself in the end.
Reply:my mom and dad met online and since theyre my mom and dad it has been a successful one
Reply:some shallow minded people say that its for wierdos-or sad people who cant get dates,maybe in some cases thats true, but most people who go on online dating are genuine people looking for frienship/love.


never tried it myself but know a few who have.


look,if your considering it-and you appear to be sane and normal then how many decent guys do you think are trying it.


its a great way to meet people even if you dont find the love of your life-you get to now peoples personality and its not as awkward as meeting guys face to face....


best of luck to you-ide give it a go....what are you gonna lose if you dont meet the one?????





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Reply:Why do you write in that awkard fashion? Please don't do that while online dating. You can meet a bad apple anywhere.
Reply:I met my husband on a online dating site and it is a sucess
Reply:Met my husband online. It was a game not actually online dating but close enough. I think those sites would be great to meet people. Go for it. Don't be afraid to take a risk.
Reply:i still do it the old fashioned way i pick them up in bars
Reply:There have been reports of people finding out that the person was not the "person" that they claimed to be on line. It can be the shopping center for predators.
Reply:Go for it. Just keep in mind that the person MAY be misrepresenting themselves. So . . . take it slow!!! One thing I had to get used to was talking to several girls at the same time (I'm currently on a couple date sites) I've never been very good at dating more than one girl at a time, so it's an adjustment. I don't make dates with anybody right away either. If there's a mutual interest, we'll exchange emails and start a dialog. I've come across a few "frauds", and it's usually apparent after a week or two. Liars have a tough time keeping their lies straight. Plus, if someone is over eager than that will be a warning signal too. It's actually a good way to meet people, just be careful.