I would change one piece of advice that people have given you. Chat online - a little. Do NOT start a relationship online ( odds are good you won't be attracted when you meet them in person, so don't get too invested). Agree to meet just for coffee if the online conversation goes well ( good to find out quickly if there is no chemistry). And DONT give them your phone number until after you've met them in person. (Trust me, if you meet them and they are creepy, you will NOT want them to have your phone number!)
