It's that time of year and the crabapples around the neighbourhood have ripened on the tree.
You know I have been hearing from several sources (friends of friends, newspaper stories) that the modern way to meet potential partners is through online dating. And it can result in serious relationships. For my generation, it may seem like a horrifying and scary thing, but people of all ages seem to be embracing this method of finding a mate. What are your thoughts on this matter? Are you more old-fashioned or do you think it's a good idea?
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We use the net for so much these days - but with dating I think a little caution is necessary! Nice photo of the tree! Valerie
I've heard the same thing but I know somebody who partnered up with somebody who turned out to be rather unbalanced. Then again, I've heard of others who were really happy.
I think it is dangerous. I read about women who have been raped by men they meet online. It is better to meet men through mutual friends. That's how I met my husband.
Getting to know a person is just the first step. Actually finding out how (and who) she/he is, is the real hurdle and once that is cleared then things should not be a problem.
not for me, I'm not very trusting and I hear to many stories of people not being truthful about who they are online, nope not for me, beside Garry probably would'nt like it, lol,!!!
I think it's a great idea. I know SO MANY people who have met their significant other this way.
I think it's a great idea, too! I met my husband this in 2002, and we've been living happily ever after ever since. You just need to be smart about it. It's no different than meeting someone any other way. They are all strangers at first; you have to slowly and carefully get to know them.
never had a crabapple
Thanks for your feedback everyone, I am drawing some interesting conclusions from your answers! These online dating services (even Facebook meetings) are not for everyone, but I will try to be open-minded about it, it's definitely another way to meet partners nowadays.
Adam, they are used for making jellies more.
I am old fashion and I did the online dating once. Scare me to no end as the person was completely not what he seemed to be through email and phone call..
I am contented with no mate :-)
Beautiful shot of the crabapple tree! I used to think online dating wasn't very safe, but some of the best couples I know met through online dating, so I suppose if a person is careful, it can offer some good opportunities.
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