It’s been seven years since my divorce and occasionally I think I’m ready for a new relationship. The problem is I am something of a home body and don’t really like the thought of going “out”. It’s time consuming, expensive, and way outside of my comfort zone.
My daughter thinks I should get out and meet people. I suppose I should be but it all feels too hard for me. I’d rather be behind my computer creating something wonderful for you!
The loneliness begins to take a toll after a while though so what’s an attractive, smart, and slightly bitchy assertive woman like me to do?
I’ll tell you.
Discovering Online Dating Sites
A few years ago I discovered dating sites. It was almost like discovering fire!
I was initially turned off because of the horror stories I heard.
But as the years went by I began hearing (and meeting) people who were actually meeting and marrying people they met online. Just the other day I met a lady who met her husband online so there are a few success stories.
I began to experiment with the idea then got the nerve up to actually join a site, write my profile, and post a picture. I waited and sure enough I began to get messages. The problem was I couldn’t read them because I had to become a full member first.
I tried a few different sites and learned a lot of lessons in the process. With my budget at the time, I needed to find free dating sites. It was risky but I had to go through trial by fire if I wanted to meet someone.
Free Dating Sites/ Apps
I have found that the following free dating sites work pretty well:
Plenty of Fish (POF)
Pros
- Definitely plenty of fish on this site from every corner of the globe it seems so you are going to find someone in your neck of the woods.
- Features a forum to meet people and talk about the single life or connect with people with the same interest.
- Great app to check out profiles and your messages as well as respond on the go
- Location based results. I was a little freaked out when I was traveling and got messages from people in the city I was visiting. I suppose it’s good if you want to meet someone locally.
Cons
- You have too many people to choose from. Too many choices can keep you and a potential date from making a decision.
- May run into a few creepy people. Be sure to vet them carefully and follow your intuition.
Other Free Sites/Apps
OK Cupid
DateHookup.com App
Tinder
Zoosk
In part two I’ll discuss Online Dating Strategies that Works (for me at least )
This article was sponsored in part by PlentyofFish.com but the experiences and opinions are my own.
