When I first joined dating sites it was more out of curiosity because of something a relative said. I stayed on the two I go on because they had the best forums. If it wasnt for the forums, I probably wouldn't have been on them tis long.

But it has been a little bit of an eye opener for me. But if people are so serious about dating, why do some [mainly women] have such strict preferences. Nothing like the preferences they have in real life? Just doesn't make sense to me. Realistically, they are probably missing out. But then some women have said they dont care if they are missing out. Nonsensical to me.

May be there ought to be a section on the profiles that covers

would like to meet
may like to meet
anything except a meeting
online friendship

I know it can be unreliable still, but at least it's another filter that may be used to see if somebody is a 'non-starter' as they may just want dirty talk, or online friendship chatting, and have no desire to meet.

I was talking to a mate about this place earlier today, he reckons internet dating is just like ebay

He seems to think it's as simple as join up, see what's on offer - take the best you can get and wait for 'it' ( no offense ) to turn up on your door step...

i didn't give him the address - although talking about flirtbox gives him the option of google'in.

Do people really think internet dating is that shallow ? honestly ?
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Might explain why some give up so disappointed lol

Isn't it that easy?

Only kiddin' but it could be that simple if you were of a certain mind and would take anybody that wanted you.

He's one of those blokes who seem to be able to 'pull' no matter where, no matter what he looks like. He could go out smelling like horse sh't and come home with a real stunner on his arm. I've asked him what his secret is - i.e does he lie and say he's a billionaire but he says he just act's naturally, confidently and openly and all women are drawn to him
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That made me think..... I've often said that I like a guy who feels successful, but that it doesn't matter to me if he's viewed as being successful by others. I suppose it's a quality a positive thinking person would have, but also it's about confidence too.