After five years of struggling in the trenches of online dating, I FINALLY found love online. Believe me, there were Saturday nights when I was convinced that I’d be sitting alone watching reruns of Seinfeld wrapped in an afghan with my blue perm but now I’ll have an afghan for two. I met Ed on Canadian [...]
You’ve made it! Your online dating strategy is working and you’ve set up a first date with an awesome guy (maybe after reading Part 4 of the series you arranged your date through instant messaging). At your first meeting, you don’t want to do anything to jeopardize your chances of going on a second [...]
Think twice before you push that Send button. Once your message leaves your computer screen it’s out there. Forever. Instant messaging is an awesome way to connect with someone you’re interested in. I used to get all nervous and think, wow, this person is really talking to me right now! But instant message conversations can [...]
Remember the song by The Clash, “Should I Stay or Should I Go?” Certain situations when you’re dating online absolutely dictate that without hesitation, you should go. In Part 2 of this series, you set yourself a standard of conduct for your online dating and you’re sticking with it. You’ve met some really amazing guys [...]
According to Webster’s Online Dictionary, etiquette is defined as, “rules governing socially acceptable behaviour.” I don’t consider myself the Emily Post of online dating but I found a degree of finesse certainly went a long way when I was trying to meet someone online. Etiquette doesn’t dissolve because you’re online. My father used to tell [...]
You need a pretty tough skin to survive in the world of online dating. It’s like a great big competition with an infinite number of contestants all competing for the same prize. Looking your best online is crucial to successfully finding the right guy for you. I’m starting the first segment of my six-part series, “Survival [...]
Online dating can make you feel like a kid in a candy store! Hundreds and hundreds of eligible men from all over the world appearing on your computer screen waiting to meet you. It’s absolutely intoxicating. But too much eye candy can be hazardous to your health. With so many choices, you have to set [...]
Scammers seep into every crevice of society including online dating sites. Spotting one of these pros may not be as easy as you think. If it’s too good to be true…it probably is! Savvy meets Suave I have a friend who’s a savvy, attractive businesswoman in her early 50’s. Moving on from an ugly divorce, [...]
