And yes, be picky. Not the " I can't date her because she doesn't like sushi and I do" kind of picky, but the " we don't share the same values kind so I can't date her kind of picky"
Gineen, wouldn't it be nice to have someone who loves sushi?! Something to share and enjoy on dinner dates, heh. Yeah, Bets has taught me to be watchful for red flags. I've learned a lot from my past GF...the red flags went up in about 6 months, but she begged and pleaded to continue the R. In looking back, I was vulnerable and not as strong as I am now. If I were to date her today and six months in to the R, I'd cut off things with her. The R lasted for about 2 bumpy years and a loss of $28,000 in my account. Never again. Lesson learned.
GG,
Sorry that your date didn't work out. I am with you on wanting someone who is healthy, stable, and in a sound financial position. We are all like that...so you are not alone in feeling this way. Peter Pans and Santa Clauses need not apply!
Dave,
I get you on the picture thing. Which is why I am somewhat reluctant on the online dating thing. Just never know what's 'real' and what's not real. But I am putting myself out there and see what happens. Waiting to hear back from one gal whose pictures look like a genuine, outgoing, and "normal" person.
