Online Dating - What to Do When Someone Expresses Interest in You
You may at this stage be having second doubts about online dating. Maybe you are thinking you're past it. Hey, none of us are too old. I'm sure you have heard the funnies about romance in the retirement homes. Well its true. Love, romance and companionship is very much alive no matter what age.
Being over 50 (or a baby boomer) in to-days society is no longer being considered off the radar. Use your age to advantage. There are so many opportunities available for this age group and what better than online dating for that mature relationship.
Its good to remember that the end goal is not always about marriage. Indeed it may not even be an option. Lets have fun - Dating can and should be about being social - about interacting with others.
Do the things you never had the time to do before like going out on wine tasting trips to local vineyards, taking up a new sporting activity.
On a personal note go join a gym and tone up. Have fun with make-overs, whether with clothing, facials, body changes. Be adventuresome. Sit down with girlfriends or daughters and get their options. You may even find a partner wanting to share these activities with you.Its good to remember that the end goal is not always about marriage. Maybe by now you will have enrolled with your first online dating service.
Some of you may feel quite confident about going ahead online and setting up a meeting but for others you may need to interact more online before actually meeting.
So you've just had someone express interest either they have winked at you or sent you an email. Or you have taken the initiative and sent him a wink.
If you have got yourself a paid account then you can email someone you relate to. However, always check against your personal criteria of what you are looking for and of course - what is your gut response.
At this stage its all about finding a little bit more about your potential date.
A few emails going back and forth is a good start to feeling comfortable about this person. Generally in an email you will be exchanging first name but still not giving out too many personal details. Keep the conversation fairly general and soft - like picking out a few things from their bio. No doubt they will be wanting to do the same.
Some online dating sites will have a chat room. Again, please hold back on too much personal information, First name is OK - the kind of work you do - the city you live in - your interests. If they want to know too much, be straight up and tell them you would like to get to know them better.
Another thing to be aware of is that he starts talking very quietly or has to go.
It may indicate that perhaps he is trying to hide the fact that he is not so single.
It could also mean that you have called him at work and his boss has just appeared.
Its a judgment call. But if all is going well then the next step is to exchange telephone numbers and I would strongly suggest you only give your mob number.
So go and have fun.
