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Deidre32

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Yes, there's pros and cons to both 'methods' of dating. The other thing I have heard about with friends who do the online dating thing, is that one friend of mine found out the guy kept his profile active the entire time they were dating. She thought something was odd in her gut, and then decided to look, and he was also in one of the forums chatting a bunch of women up. Now, people can cheat in real life, just like online...but to me, online dating cheapens things, almost makes it easy for someone to copy/pasta the same exact lines they are saying to one person, to many.

I have trust issues enough, so...no thanks.
 
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I have trust issues as well, so I can relate. I don't think that online or in-person changes the stripes on that zebra. For me, all it really changes is getting to the first date. Once you have met the person on a date, regardless of where you met the person, people will be who they are. I haven't seen people being more dishonest online; just less transparent in different areas. I don't know. For me, as a single dad, I don't meet as many people the traditional way. Work is a big no-no, and church has it's own pitfalls in meeting people. I've seen bad relationships at church demolish friendships, small groups, and even other couples. I like my work and church drama free

So what's up with the turtleneck pic? lol Mysterious urban camo? =)
 
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People can be shady in person or online. I get what you are saying, though. I think sometimes people just send out mass generic messages to anyone they find interesting. It actually makes it easier to "weed" those people out. Like, if they can't take the time to read what I say on a profile and respond to it specifically, then they likely aren't that interested and it would be a waste of time to respond. This, at least, has been my experience when I have tried online dating before.
 
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1) This is why I rarely ask them out a second time. I rarely go out for dinner on the first date. Why put out a significant financial outlay for something that is likely to not become something significant.

2) This is why I gave up internet dating years ago. The lack of honesty is the prime reason. Add too many fail to mention they have kids or are still married.

3) This is a good indication they haven't resolved their past.

For one of several known and unknown reasons if they're co-dependent, chemical-dependent, mentally ill, or financial wreck they usually end up on my door step. I mean that literally, to many stalkers.

No. You're not too picky. There appears to be a lack of respect and courtesy on the part of your dates.
 
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Christian,nonsmoker,not a zookeeper. Those to me are reasonable filters. But having been divorced I can't help but learn a few things. My additional requirement is to "feel at home" with the gal. I mean after facing a stressful world out there I want to pull up in the driveway feeling that "ahhh" feeling. To be in each others arms where you know it's one place you are accepted and loved.

I miss and hope soon to share a lady like that; a love completed.
 
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I tend to look for red flags first. Stuff that hints that the other person is very controlling, demeaning, or abusive.

Found quite a few crazies online, but hey, I also found a ton of crazies in real life.

I actually met a couple of cool guys on OkCupid, and I still talk to them all on Skype as friends (none of us worked out as potential partners).
 
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I see. Yea, it just seems like while it could work, there is just too much to chance. I have read some success stories with it though.
 
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No, I don't see any issue with people wanting someone who shares their particular values. That's normal. As long as you don't treat people differently based on this outside of the context of a romantic relationship (which you've said that you don't), it's not a problem. You aren't obligated to let any certain person date you.

Now, if you were a "born again virgin" and you weren't willing to accept another person who has had sex but is now committed to waiting until marriage, then it would be different, but you're not being hypocritical at all.
 
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Y'know, I miss those jitters...I've been out with so many ladies that I don't really get them anymore. Now, I just assume most girls are gonna be another carbon copy of one of the ladies I've been with in the past. Like women come with only a certain amount of settings or something...brutal.

I've lost respect for most people already, I'm certainly aware of that...it's weird.

Edit added: Not that I don't respect people, per se, but rather that I find myself viewing myself way outside the box; and don't have respect for lack luster minds I guess.
 
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Yikes. Brutal is right. I get feeling like all girls are just carbon copies.. I've felt that way about guys at times. I think, though, this is one of the things that makes it even more amazing when you find someone that isn't one of those carbon copies, yeah? Ooorr, maybe I am just hopeful (or hopeless ).
 
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Am I being too picky? What are your red flags on a first date?

No you're not being too picky. Most people have a standard or should. I don't date but I won't spend time with men who...

1. If they have children and don't take care of them
2. Men who tear down their exes and/or women (or people in general)
3. Men who are bitter...ughhhh
4. Liars...can't and won't be bothered

There's probably more but those are major with me.
 
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I have a long list of deal breakers:

Lying
Over possessive/jealous type
Abusive
Chain smoker
Drug addict
Unhygeinic
Not a Christian
Disrespectful to his parents/family
Irresponsible or has no ambition in life
Waaay younger (or older) than me, because age does matter.
Narcissistic
 
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I have a real short one, but it includes all of this. 10 years older would be okay, but not now, when the kids are older, otherwise I have a grumpy old man around who can't stand the noises, oh wait, then it's no use anymore.
 
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