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Re: The Soulmate Myth By @LifeByteStory

LifeBytes Real Stories — Thu, 25 Jul 2013 08:25:53 -0000

Oh it is definitely a complicated word and I think it has different meanings for different people. I think there are many potential "soulmates" out there for each of us and the key sometimes is being able to CREATE the soulmate experience with someone.

Re: 5 Reasons Your Online Dating Emails Get Ignored by @RebeccaAMarquis

LifeBytes Real Stories — Thu, 18 Jul 2013 11:38:27 -0000

LOL!...You wouldn't have a chance with me because you're married Lawrence! Actually, you write very well.

Re: 5 Reasons Your Online Dating Emails Get Ignored by @RebeccaAMarquis

LifeBytes Real Stories — Thu, 18 Jul 2013 11:25:06 -0000

Totally understand what you're saying and agree, however the ignored emails I was speaking about were from native English speakers who supposedly had advanced degrees! THAT is something that just raises a red flag for me...it's not hard to put a tiny bit of effort into proofreading your emails.

Re: If He Is Interested in Dating You, He will Meet You ASAP by @jcoach1

LifeBytes Real Stories — Thu, 18 Jul 2013 08:26:21 -0000

Oh so true! Sadly, it's something that even date-savvy women forget from time to time so it's important to get these "gentle reminders". I'd also add a postscript to this great article: If he's still interested after meeting you the first time he will call, email, or text you...within 24 hours of that date.

Re: George Clooney and Stacey Keibler Split – What Are Your Sticking Points? by @Tara_Merry

LifeBytes Real Stories — Wed, 17 Jul 2013 08:21:05 -0000

Excellent ideas on how to assess a potential date! I use these myself in my dating life but I also add my top 3 must-haves which are broad but very important to me. He must be a non-smoker (health is important) he must have parented at some point in his life, even if it was being responsible for a niece or nephew (it says a LOT about a man's ability to share and commit) and he needs to be able to carry on an intelligent conversation (scary, how many can't!).

Re: 5 Reasons Your Online Dating Emails Get Ignored by @RebeccaAMarquis

LifeBytes Real Stories — Tue, 16 Jul 2013 08:18:45 -0000

Great points! I've ignored emails because of each of these reasons at one time or another. I've also immediately deleted emails in which the grammar and spelling were so bad I SWORE the man's 7 year old child wrote the note for him, and quite a few emails that contained a phone number...and NOTHING else! I know the internet is fast and a great way to open the door to meeting someone, but if a man can't take a few extra minutes to polish an email...I shudder to think of how insensitive he may be as a date!

Re: We Ask Can Meeting Someone Online Work?

LifeBytes Real Stories — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 08:30:28 -0000

yes, of course you can. It takes time, patience and a sense of humor, but it most certainly will pay off for you if you're focused on finding someone special

Re: Things You Must Find Out Before The First Date by @LifeByteStory

LifeBytes Real Stories — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 16:46:39 -0000

That first phone conversation tells you SO many things about your potential date. A good chat will never take the place of a text!

Re: Nice Guys Actually Do Finish Last by @52FirstDatesTO

LifeBytes Real Stories — Fri, 03 May 2013 08:56:53 -0000

Wow, he sounds like someone who may have some stalker tendencies...sort of scary. But, I completely agree with you about wanting someone who has their own life. In a situation like the one with your 'friend' it puts you in the awkward/scary position of being responsible for this persons self-esteem...and who needs that!

Re: 10 Tips: What NOT to do on a first date by @KellySeal

LifeBytes Real Stories — Thu, 02 May 2013 09:18:38 -0000

these are excellent tips and ones that singles should print out and tape to their doors so they can review them before a first date! I'd add just one more - If you know instantaneously that the person you're meeting is not for you, be polite and stay connected to the conversation. It is after all, just a first conversation. The worst thing you can to is act completely bored with this person, it's rude and insulting.

Re: Ladies, 3 Reasons to Date Clueless Online Daters by @exprtonlnedatng

LifeBytes Real Stories — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 08:41:30 -0000

What great, sensible advice. I've talked with so many women who are dating online and bemoan all the "horrible" men they meet ... for all the reasons you've laid out! Looking for the diamond-in-the-rough can be challenging, but it's certainly worth it when you find him!

Re: Don’t Always Trust What Friends Say About Your Date by @OnlineDateCoach

LifeBytes Real Stories — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 08:11:39 -0000

I've had friends try to tell me that someone wasn't "right" for me but I realized that what they were really saying was "this guy isn't MY type so he probably isn't your's either". Other than that I think I've been pretty lucky in having some friends who I KNOW are going to be truthful to the best of their ability. Those are the ONLY friends who's opinions I seek out.

Re: Introducing “The Man Plan” by @LifeByteStory

LifeBytes Real Stories — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 20:46:19 -0000

Thanks for all the comments! We're hoping this brings creativity and romance back to relationships...one date at a time! :)

Re: “The Dating Guidebook” : Your Crash Course Dating Guide by @DatingAdviceGrl

LifeBytes Real Stories — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:41:03 -0000

Congratulations on the new book...these tips are right on the money too!

Re: Restaurant dates -15 ways to get it right by @thefoodcurator

LifeBytes Real Stories — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 08:12:41 -0000

These are all excellent tips. The most important one, in my opinion, is to find out what your date's tastes are. I've been on so many dates where we went to HIS favorite restaurant, that when I meet someone who goes out of their way to search out a place that he thinks I'd like, I'm totally impressed!

Re: Top Ten Reasons To Try Online Dating by @LifeByteStory

LifeBytes Real Stories — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 08:25:25 -0000

We thought so too. It can be a scary thing to dive into...it helps to have some reasons laid out for you!

Re: Valentine’s Day and the Single Girl by @FindRichHusband

LifeBytes Real Stories — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 16:57:09 -0000

Personally I like the day AFTER Valentine's Day...all that half price chocolate...Nom Nom...LOL. Seriously though, I hear you, I've been single and non-single on various V-Day's and although I love the chance to be over-the-top romantic when I'm a couple, I've enjoyed many a Valentine's Day alone too, doing all the things that make ME happy.

Re: Say Something! How to Have a Text Conversation by @JillianDates

LifeBytes Real Stories — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 16:50:35 -0000

These are great tips! I know I'm much more likely to respond to a text message, even a short one. It shows me he's at least interested enough to take a few seconds to type a note. I always feel the guys who just "wink" are a bit lazy or are just putting out lots of quick feelers to see who may be interested.

Re: Baby It’s Cold Outside! Winter Date Ideas by @DatingStylist

LifeBytes Real Stories — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 08:21:26 -0000

Great date ideas! One of my winter favorites is...believe it or not....window shopping at an indoor mall, then heading to the food court to sample the fast food!

Re: Text me…. Maybe by @ChristyWrites

LifeBytes Real Stories — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 09:29:55 -0000

Good points. My rule of thumb is, if I'm in contact with someone and no longer interested, I tell them...in whatever mode we're using to talk - phone, text, whatever. I know not everyone does this though. Seems to me there should be some sort of dating etiquette for this!

Re: A Virtual Date Should Not Replace the Face-to-Face @DatingAdviceGrl

LifeBytes Real Stories — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 08:32:28 -0000

Great post ! I've written about the same topic and I totally agree. Unless you've met face-to-face, you're "relationship" is a fantasy. I once met someone online and we shared about two weeks of the most wonderful emails ever. I really felt attracted to this man. Then we met. What can I say, reality was about as far from the attraction of those emails as you can get. I think if you're dating online you should make it a point to meet after a few emails. Then and only then can you decide if this person is A. Real and B. Someone to whom you're truly attracted

Re: Love For All It Is Worth by @SingleCGirl

LifeBytes Real Stories — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 08:14:30 -0000

Great, touching post with some really good points! My Mom passed last year and my Dad is still grieving...he lost his soulmate. I too wonder sometimes why its so hard for couples to find that longevity. I often think our lives are so busy and so stressful that we let our lives move in different directions than our mates. I think we have to learn to treasure the love we have and work harder to keep it.

Re: Is Online Dating Too “Social” And Not “Real” Enough? by @LifeByteStory

LifeBytes Real Stories — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 08:09:37 -0000

Absolutely! It's easy to forget that the reason we're on a dating site is to actually MEET that person. It should always be the goal of all our online communication...moving towards, and getting to that first in-person meeting!

Re: Cold Hearted by @SingleCGirl

LifeBytes Real Stories — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 09:00:02 -0000

I tend to be a bit stand offish when I first meet a new man too. I don't think it's being cold hearted, I think it's just being cautious. I tend to need a level of comfort and trust before I can show someone my warmer side. I think if a guy is interested he'll put in the time and effort to allow you to relax into the relationship.

Re: Thinking of Online Dating? Here Are Things To Consider by @LifeByteStory

LifeBytes Real Stories — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 08:53:05 -0000

I think the safety issue puts a lot of singles off, but it is possible to date online safely AND have a lot of fun too. You just have to date with your head first...the heart will follow when the right person shows up!