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Mon, 01-15-2007 - 1:04pm

I thought I'd stop by to say hi and provide a brief update. Cat told me she posted about how we finally met each other, face to face, this summer, and that I introduced her to my cousin. Yes, Cat’s story is really true. Once she moved from Germany to NC, we were able to communicate, via telephone, and that really strengthened our friendship. As for my cousin, he’s a single dad, and a great guy. We started hanging out together on a regular basis about 2 years ago, and we got to be good friends, aside from being related. He’d call me up on a Saturday when neither of us had our kids, and we would just hang out together. I had spoken to both Cat and my cousin about the other, then they finally got to meet in July, and, as they say, the rest is history. All I did was bring two really nice people together – they did the rest.

As for me, I took a much-needed break from dating – 7 months to be exact. I ended the relationship I was in back in May, and I decided not to date for a while, because I was tired of it all. Instead, I used that time to work on my house; I went out with friends; I did anything I wanted to do, and I loved every minute of it. I think Cat was more worried about me finding someone to date than I was. She just wanted me to be as happy as she was. And she wanted to make sure I had a date for her wedding LOL!

I just want to say that I did meet someone (not on line), in November. All I’m going to say (for fear that I will jinx myself) is that he is a real wonderful, special man, and I’m very glad I met him. Things are going very well, but it’s early. And all I can hope for is that things will continue as they are now. Cat and my cousin had a party on New Years Eve, they met him, and they both like him. He has met my family; I met his family, and he met my twins. While my kids aren’t always happy to share their time with someone, they do like him. Ok, that’s all I’m going to say. I really am superstitious! The old-timers on this board know my terrible dating past, and probably can understand why I’m reluctant to be too optimistic right now.

Even though I do not post often, I always was, and will continue to be, thankful this board exists. It really is a great place to meet a friend! Take care everyone.

Donna

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Registered: 02-08-2006
In reply to: momoftwins65
Wed, 01-17-2007 - 4:30pm

That's an awesome way to meet someone! I wish my area had services like that!! I have been hearing speed-dating ads lately, but nothing as personalized as what you're describing.
Speed dating just isn't my style. I'm trying hard NOT to be so judgemental, and this option forces a person to make snap judgements... not for me.
I think the service you've described would do well anywhere, what a great idea!

Moody


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Registered: 05-05-2004
In reply to: momoftwins65
Wed, 01-17-2007 - 5:04pm

Moody:

Honestly, I wasn't sold on the idea of a dating service. When they told me on the phone what it was, I was going to hang up, but decided to at least go hear them out. Then, when I was there in person, I still wasn't sold. I needed a lot of convincing. The director asked me a lot about myself, my past dating history, my goals, and what I was looking for (she does that to everyone). She said that for every woman who comes in with a "story" (like their husband cheated on them), there is a man out there with a similar "story" (their wife cheated on them). She said the kind of men who come to her service were guys that weren't into the bar or online scene, but wanted to meet someone nice, guys looking for a commitment. Since I think I have met and dated every commitment phobe on the planet, I was impressed by what she said, and I think that's what tipped the scale for me. I was tired of dating guys for 1+ to find out they can't commit, and then I'm back to the beginning again. I just got lucky enough to happen upon that sign. It's too bad every city doesn't have something like that.

Donna

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Registered: 05-13-2005
In reply to: momoftwins65
Wed, 01-17-2007 - 7:51pm

That sounds like a nice personalized service. And you must have been most encouraged to hear that there are many men looking - I would have thought it to be the other way around.

That lady is sure onto something!

I guess it is great that you gave it one more try. And reassuring that she does the homework for you.

Sounds good to me, so far, Donna. We wish you all the best and hope that you keep us posted.

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