On-Line Dating.... Yes or No?
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If you want a relationship there is no better way known for most people. With online you get to actually know the person. You are stripped of the decorum that stalls getting to know each other in person.  So in a week you'll get to know a person better than you would in six months of living with them. \n\nRemember online is how you meet. You cannot do much more than get to know each other that way. Chat, phone and initial visits will go much farther. However there are just as there are in normal life quite a few liars out there. Online makes it easier for liars to get away with those lies. It makes some people bolder and grander in their lies and it takes away seeing the hurt in your eye when those lies are revealed. So always take a grain of salt and don't get too worked up about anybody until you are actually about to meet them in person. Until then it might all be complete bs. However it's easier to catch a liar online over the long term. \n\nYou have a written and stored record of everything they said except what they say over the phone. Even what they say voice, you wind up referencing that in emails, chats and such. So evntually they will trip themselves up. So you may have lots more disapointments initially, long term you'll get better honesty. \n\n\nIf it helps any, my personal experience has been girl friends I've met offline 3 months is a record.  Women I've met online I married one in a relationship that lasted 7 years. I was engaged to another in an 18 month relationship. I've had two others that lasted a year or two. Few that I actually met in person did not last at least 3 months\n\nOn that note, save all emails for people you havn't elimanated. Save all chat logs for the same purpose. When you meet one that makes your heart spin you'll be glad you did. If you dump them or vice versa then delete those logs.
116436
Honesty lies in the heart/soul of whoever you are talking with, I personally dont date online, I believe there is ALWAYS a little something that's not being told by one or the other...see, lonely women, they fall so easily, so when a guy gets online and is like "oh I love you, I want you to move to me, we can have a family and ohh baby this, oohh baby that" and it most always ends up in ...well....it ends up badly. lol...If you're looking for someone online, talk for awhile on the computer, after you "BOTH" are comftorable, talk on the phone, send cute little gifts through the mail....and when you both feel like you can't live your life without the other one, make arrangments to meet in person (public place of course)...if that goes well, do it a few more times, vacation with eachother for a week at a time...after that, if things are still going well..and BOTH people are inlove then it may be safe to say..."IT'S LOVE" :o)
308985
I've met a lot of people on a dating website.  Some guys are just on it to find some girl that they can have sex with.  Some guys are on there to find mr/mrs right.  I have met both types.  I met my current boyfriend off of a dating website, and I can see me being with him for the long haul.  We talked a fair amount online, then we started chatting on MSN, and then we talked ont he phone.  It sounds a little funny but our first date, wasn't that much of a normal date (movie/coffee), I needed a lift to our mall, cause my vehicle was busted and needed to get fixed and he offered me the ride.  We have almost been together ever since and talk every day.  You just have to be careful, and don't let the bad ones ruin it for you.
189976
Yes.  I found my one true love online, its hard though, cause he lives in NC and I'm in PA, but we do like each other and hope to meet.  We talk online, use the web cam, talk on the phone.  There are so many more people out there and I absolutely believe there is that one person meant for you.  Why not try online?  Nothing wrong with that.
898376
I did match.com..actually dated the first guy i met up with for a few months..recently ended. Basically we emailed, then IMed, talked on the phone and finally met. It was good for a while, just didnt work out. I would say worth a try. Just get as much info before you meet up so you dont waste your time.\n\nIts kind of nice because you can reject and even block guys if needed so it makes it easier to weed out the ones you like. And if they reject you its not as harsh as in person and theres a bunch of other guys so you wont really think twice if one doesnt write back. \n\nworth a try.
256938
It is possible to fall in love with someone you've come to know on-line.  I've known couples who have met on-line and are happily married.  I believe it is completely possible.  Congratulations on finding that someone special.\n\nI suggest you plan on setting up a meeting, and see if that same chemistry exists outside of cyberspace.  Sometimes people feel much more comfortable and are able to be themselves when there's a computer between them, than when they are there in person.  Give it some time and effort and hopefully you'll have a connection in real life that is as strong or stronger than the one you have via email.\n\n"Love has nothing to do with what you are expecting to get--only with what you are expecting to give--which is everything. " ~Katherine Hepburn
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I have.  We met through an internet dating site.  We corresponded through email at first, then on the phone, and a short time later we met in person.  Not long after, we fell in love.\n\nI have every reason to believe this relationship is going all the way.  House, marriage, kids...  and he would agree completely.\n\nHere's some tips if you're seeking love through the net:  \n-Be completely honest.  \n-Don't waste time pretending to be someone or something you're not.  \n-If the person you're chatting with doesn't seem to be everything you're looking for, don't waste time giving them a chance (I know it sounds mean, but how much time do you have to waste anyway?)\n\nNever settle for anything less than what you deserve.
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my question to u like his face or the way of he talking if u go to judge her on line friend by way of hie luck that u are not actual date him but u like the way of taking that way is it the best way of judge the person \n\ni hope your online friend not wat to cheat you \ni pray for u
1006729
I did the whole yahoo personal's thing, it was awful because I was actually looking for a relationship.  In March I decided to try Match.com, within a week I found someone.  We talked online for a month and pretty soon we decided to meet.  He drove 8 hours to meet me, and he's driven that 8 hours every weekend since.  He is my one true love, and I never would have met him if it wasn't for online dating.  I realize it seems fast, but when you know, you know.  Just be careful, take things slow, and be open.  A lot of people I know think it's weird that we met online, but really, we live in 2006 and the internet helps us find everything, why not love?
728095
Yes. It is. Try one of the more serious on line dating groups that are more interested in the inner self.
608733
If you and who you are corresponding to are upfront and honest I dont see why not. I know some very successful couples who have met on the net. Follow your intuition and just be careful the net like all places do have some "unusual" people who are best avoided.
248469
Finding someone interesting is possible, but a crush or liking someone, no not for me. I am a social being like most humans should be. I need actual face time. I'm only online to assist people with their questions. I don't use the net to meet people. You never know who you're dealing with and what their alterior motives are. Be safe not sorry.
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I haven't had ANY luck with any online anything as far as dating goes. Not sure why. Meet somebody in person who lives near you I think. Maybe who shares a hobby or two with you. Women should try fishing. Men should do ballet. You would be in a 50 to 1 situation.
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Internet dating can be fun. There is a probability that you will meet a genuine partner. I am not particularly interested in the sites which ask for credit card details. It's hard to meet a serious partner due to limited number of members.\n\nThe more perfect sites are the free sites where you are likely to meet vast array of genuine members because the site is free and everybody can afford it. \n\nHey! They work and to let you know my wife was my pen-pal and we have been married for two years and expecting our first boy due in February. Go on, give it a click and let me know how charming he is.
247912
Of course it is ok.  After all, it would be ok if you met face to face and it deepened into a closer relationship.  The only thing about meeting online is that you take it slow and careful at the beginning..ie. meeting first in public places, etc.  I have made some of the best friends over the net.. and have met the man of my dreams!!
546326
I have my theories on this, and it is SUCH a good question...\nI think that people who are playing the field online are mostly people who are relationship addicts and people who avoid true intimacy...let's face it, people...how hard is it to meet someone in real life, really?  If you open your eyes and your heart,  if you are TRULY looking to date,  there are interesting people out there EVERY SINGLE DAY who are AVAILABLE, in REAL LIFE...and totally local..I think that a lot of these people on the single's sites are maybe even married and are looking for a thrill on the side...at least a cyber thrill...which is TOTALLY lame, in my opinion.  I tried internet dating for an entire MONTH...but I found I need a real connection...the best place to find people is in places where people are doing things that you enjoy...I personally love bookstores and the library...\nwhat a cool question!
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maybe..until u meet him!!  love is @ FIRST SIGHT well at least!!!!!! NOT meeting online sweetie. Best Of Luck!!!!!