The 15 Minute Dating Blog

by Meg Stivison

Those pessimistic stereotypes about online dating are over now! Today, you’re more likely to find someone who’s simply been too busy with their career and their other interests to follow traditional dating patterns. And let’s be honest, do you really want to build a relationship with a pickup in the bar? ‘Net dating allows you to screen for someone really special, not just someone who happens to be single. With a little honesty and a little creativity, you’ll be meeting better matches and making better connections in no time.
　　
With thousands and thousands of potential loves out there, your personal description needs to attract your Mr. or Ms. Right. Everyone likes listening to music, watching movies and spending time with friends, but that’s exactly the kind of information you should leave out. When you read a lot of profiles, as I did as a matchmaker for a local agency, “I like listening to music,” starts to mean “I’m not creative,” or even “I’m boring.” That’s not what you want a possible date to think!

I firmly believe that there’s a lid for every pot. Do you listen to jazz standards on vinyl? Do you love Motown girl groups? Are you connected to the local music scene? You might be a little embarrassed about your Flock Of Seagulls albums, but there’s someone out there who’s singing I Ran So Far Away in the car. The same goes for any obscure movies you love, or popular movies you just couldn’t stand. I know a couple who bonded over their inability to understand just why Napoleon Dynamite became so popular.

Positive and negative really are in the eye of the beholder… in this case, the potential matches reading your profile. So many people lie about their weight, but for the right match, those few extra pounds are an advantage. One girl’s messy apartment is the sign of a low-maintenance sweetie to the right guy! An obscure hobby is even better… whether it’s geocacheing or Turkish cuisine, there’s someone out there who’d love to spend the weekend enjoying it with you.

About the author: Meg Stivison is a freelance writer in western Massachusetts. She draws on her experience working for a local dating service. She met her partner through their shared love of Roman history and computer strategy games, and she tries hard to overlook his terrible taste in music. Here’s The link to Meg Stivison’s Blog Site

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