I know, I know. It’s only one day and it only has to mean what you want it to mean. There’s absolutely no reason that one single day, which is corporately sponsored by every greeting and gift company on the planet should motivate any one of us to date or not to date. I get it.
But don’t tell me you’re not thinking about it.
Whether you agree with the Valentine’s Day concept or not, there is something very pleasant about taking a day out of our lives to remind those that we love how much they mean to us. When you look at it that way, how can you argue?
So now that I’ve gotten that out of my system, I’d like to take this opportunity to encourage you to date online. Sign ups are spiking right now because of the time of year, which only increases your chances of meeting someone great, which by the way, I know you will meet someone great.
Visit the DatingTales online dating guide to learn more about our favorite single sites and to read up on dating tips specific to online dating. Happy Valentine’s Day.
It’s not just speed dating anymore. And it’s certainly not the singles bar either. It’s organized dating by way of big number cocktailing, choreographed lunches, and group dinners. So many options for the singleton these days. All it takes is a little bit of courage and some time spent coming up with clever first-date questions to make yourself stand out from the others.
Even if you don’t make a love connection, group dating or organized dating will at least give you a few giggles, a couple of good dating tales, and a a nice night out with your girlfriends. Here are a few of the biggies worth trying:
8minute Dating
pre-dating.com
It’s Just Lunch
Eight at Eight Dinner Club
Boredom. It’s the perfect reason to meet new people. Dating is an opportunity to try that new Moroccan restaurant, see that stupid kung fu movie none of your friends will go see, or walk through the latest exhibit at the art museum. It’s a reason to do the things you don’t want to do on your own. Embrace it.
Singlesnet.com is a great site that should not be overlooked. Try it and follow the tips I mention in the DatingTales online dating guide.
Online dating is the best thing to happen to singles since take out Chinese food. So, because of this, I’ll periodically post about a good reason to date online and highlight a particular dating service.
Are you getting over a break-up or a divorce? Using a service like Match.com could help you move on. If it’s a rebound, a friend with benefits, or an actual friend that you are looking for, Match could help you find what you’re looking for.
Match.com is one of the most popular dating sites, and one that I’ve used several times. My experience is that there are many people on Match that aren’t necessarily looking for serious relationships. As long as you are honest in your profile about your status and your interests, I don’t think you can lose.
My only tip: be wary of anyone who says they are looking for that perfect someone. Soul mates are wonderful, but when you’re in recovery they aren’t what you need.
A man walked up to me in a bar and asked “What’s the worst pick-up line a man’s ever given you?”
I responded, “Is this your pick up line? Because this might be the worst.”
Of course he said no, and went on to say that he and his friend (pointing across the bar) were just talking about lines so he thought he’d ask us because we looked like we might know.
My friend and I (who at the moment before interruption were enjoying our $1.00 Bud Lights and our conversation about nonsense) did not know much about pick up lines. In fact, the only other thing I could tell this man was that if he wanted to talk to two girls at the bar, then he should just walk up and say hi. He should avoid the lines or the talk about lines altogether because women weren’t interested in them.
But on second thought, maybe I was wrong. A pick-up line may be cheesy and transparent, but it is nice to be noticed. I mean, if a man asks me if I’m tired because I’ve been running through his mind all night, maybe I should be flattered.
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