Leisure activity needed right about now...,

Dating sucks!! I’ve been doing this “Plenty of Fish” thing and I vowed to never do on-line dating again after my last date from “Fitness Singles” volunteered to eat my meal. YES! He reached over with both hands, took my plate and said, “You’re not going to eat that are you?” I was saving the candied walnuts and fruit for last!!!

Well, here I am trying the on-line dating scene, AGAIN!! I read somewhere you have to go on at least 6 dates before you actually connect with someone. Could it be because you let your guard down after 6 dates? Or you just don’t care who you’re dating anymore? Like you kind of give up on finding “that one” and you settle. Well, I’m ready to give up after 2!!

Dating is not new to me. I’m just saying it sucks!! I’ve been dating for the last four years and quite frankly I feel like giving up. First, allow me to say this…, I DO NOT NEED A MEAL TICKET. Unlike other people, I don’t date for a free meal, movie, or drinks. I live off of apples, bananas and Gatorade. I can go all day with an apple or a few crackers. It’s not a meal I need. Ok, maybe I need it, but it’s not the reason I date.

I date because I’m searching for my other half. I need a companion in my life. I want someone who I can share my life. I want someone who is spiritually grounded, emotionally stable, physically fit, and intellectually stimulating.

The date I had last night enthusiastically said, “You’re a great catch! I don’t know why you are still single, but I can see how you can be intimidating to men. You’re tall, gorgeous, smart, you’re pursuing your doctorate. Too bad for them, but good thing for me!”

“Uuuuhh, thanks..,” (I think?) Unfortunately, there wasn’t a love connection. He was cool, but he didn’t do it for me. His picture told a different story. I was expecting Matthew McConaughey and I got Owen Wilson. Faces are somewhat similar, but totally different!! I suppose if he was funny, I’d accept the crooked nose and fake teeth. YES!! He had a crooked nose and fake teeth!

I’m on to my next adventure…, OKCupid. Let’s see what treasures I’ll meet there. Yes, I’m blogging, dating, working, and doing my doctorate!!! Actually dating helps me practice the leadership skills we are learning; non-violent communication, coaching skills, action inquiry, and research. What are you doing? (BIG SMILE)

PEACE and GOD BLESS!!