We agreed to get drinks and as a beer connoisseur, I thought it was only appropriate for Chris to pick the location. We met at the Library in the South Side and sat at a small table by the window. Chris is tall (which I love) and has a beard (which is my new found love) and had no problems engaging in a conversation.
Click Here for Love
Monday, October 17, 2011
Bon Appetit
We agreed to get drinks and as a beer connoisseur, I thought it was only appropriate for Chris to pick the location. We met at the Library in the South Side and sat at a small table by the window. Chris is tall (which I love) and has a beard (which is my new found love) and had no problems engaging in a conversation.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Marketing Yourself Online
Do create a witty and creative username; highlight your interests or hobbies. Members will notice your username and may be turned on or off by it.
Don’t use your real name. It’s easy to search someone using Google and find a plethora of information. Don’t over sexualize your username. HugeWangWilson (actual username) is not what’s hot.
Do post current pictures of yourself. If you own a cell phone, camera, or webcam, there is no excuse for why you can’t post any pictures. Post close up pictures of your face, full body pictures (clothed, of course), and pictures of you enjoying your hobbies and passions. If you have pets, involve them in your photo op because who doesn’t love furry little creatures.
Don’t take pictures using your dirty bathroom mirror. Grab a paper towel and Windex if you must. Don’t post a picture of you and five of your friends. No one wants to play Where’s Waldo. Don’t post pictures specifically of your abs (especially in front of a dirty mirror). “You’re so vain…” NEVER EVER post pictures of your reproductive organs (I’m so PC) because it’s TACKY. You would be surprised by the number of people that actually do.
Do complete all of the fields in the profile. People may custom their searches and you could be overlooked because you left something blank.
Don’t lie about your appearance, background, lifestyle, or anything for that matter. Once you dig that hole, you have to keep digging.
Do share your passions and interests. If you enjoy coaching a youth football team, share that in your profile. The reader may share similar interests with you and it will provide an opportunity for you all to connect. And no one wants to date anyone who no hobbies. That’s just boring.
Don’t be afraid to show your nerdy/geeky side. It is what makes you, you.
Don’t come off as being cocky or a douchebag. You will attract just the same...Unless you’re into that.
Do articulate specific qualities that you are looking for in your match.
Don’t mention how important trust is to you because your ex cheated. You might as well wear a shirt that reads “Yes, I’m single and very bitter.”
Do use spell check, correct grammar, punctuation, and actual WORDS. Who wants to read a sentence written like this “I’m definately looking 4 mrs. Write.”
Don’t be afraid to ask a friend to look over your profile. They can offer your constructive feedback or ideas of what to include.
If you follow those basic rules, you are on the way to a great profile. If you don’t, well, good luck.
-Michelle
Awkward Turtle
James and I exchanged messages on Okcupid. He is 27 and after working full-time for a few years, decided to pursue a master's degree at Pitt. He wants to work as an archivist at a library or museum after graduation. James is tall (which I love) and from his profile, seemed very outgoing and spontaneous (which I also love). We agreed to get drinks at Harris Grill when he returned from his trip to Michigan.
I arrived at Harris Grill first and requested a table upstairs. James looked like his photos but his personality wasn't exactly what I expected. He was socially awkward and refrained from making eye contact with me during our date. I was forced to carry the entire conversation which has proven to be a lot more difficult then it sounds. I was holding the duty phone for a coworker and luckily after about 45 minutes, received a text message from her saying she could pick up the phone which I used as an excuse to get out of there. Saved by the text!
Will I see James again? Oh hell no. I could see him but he wouldn't see me.-Michelle
REJECTED
-Michelle
Thursday, September 1, 2011
One is the Loneliest Number...
The plan for the evening was to get drinks at Shady Grove but Drew's friend was performing at Improv Pittsburgh, so we decided to meet there instead. When I arrived at the comedy club I informed the attendant that I was meeting someone there and my ticket had already been purchased. He greeted me with a grin and asked if my name was Michelle then escorted me to the front of the theater.
Will I go on another date with Drew you ask? Well I already have. Several actually. He even brought me flowers. This is what happens when you don't keep up with your blog.
Monday, August 29, 2011
Beware the Batman
Monday, July 25, 2011
Advice from the Date Doctor
One of the exhibits included showings of several short black and white films many of which did not have any sound. We found the film of the woman playing with a stuffed cat while straddling a man on a couch the most intriguing and we decided to do the voices of the characters. The script remained PG-13 for the most part, but it was very obvious by the end that the man had a thing for the cat.
We eventually made our way back to the lobby for another drink and were forced to listen to the atrocious sounds of an unknown band. We chatted about music until we were "politely" informed that it was 10pm and the museum was closed. Though our date ended abruptly, we both had a good time and briefly talked about getting together again. For our third date we are going to see Friends With Benefits at the drive-in theater tonight. Advice or not, what Nate is doing is obviously working.