We started talking online...I've seen his pictures (him and w/friends) we exchanged phone numbers (he only lives about 15mins from me) and we are planning to meet up this weekend. I havent had any luck meeting anyone so I figured I give it a try. I know all the precautions to take and everything I am just wondering if things go well and maybe we get a little serious, what will others think when I tell them I met him online?
I will take a friend or two with me to meet him, I know better then to go by myself.
2007-01-08 02:14:26 · 13 answers · asked by Tink 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
here is what you can tell yourself to feel better about the situation
One, it's 2007, not 1907 - times have definitely changed
Two, if anyone has a problem with how you met, the bottom line is that it's YOUR choice and YOUR relationship. So tell all the people that have a problem with the following:
I'm thinking of a number between one and ten.
Whoever gets the closest to the number gets to kiss my @$$ first.
Then walk away with your new boyfriend
2007-01-08 02:19:56 · answer #1 · answered by Mister 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Much like yourself I was a little embarrassed about meeting people on line. I did meet my fiance on line and it took about a year before I informed others of how we had met. As I'm sure that you had the same experiences as I and met chatted with some losers and users on line, I was lucky enough to met a real woman about 3 years ago and we hit it off right from the get go. We had chatted on line for a month or so and then talked on the phone before agreeing to met. Your fortunate that your only 15 minutes from your potential new partner as my partner and myself are 2.5 hours away from each other. This is not a problem however as we talk nightly and spend every weekend together. If you end up getting into a serious relationship with this fella you'll instinctively know the proper time to tell others how you met. Best of luck and that is a great idea bringing along a friend for your initial meeting.
2007-01-08 10:23:36 · answer #2 · answered by crazylegs 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes online dating works I met the girl of my dreams there / Online dating is the rage right now people are too busy and don't have the time hitting bars and night clubs and usually the guys there are looking for only thing ( usually but not always) when you take the time to post a profile and usually pay you are shoing that you to are out to find companionship and happiness and yes of course there are liers and crazies out there but usually after some time chatting online you will have a good idea . I don't know how well taking your friends to meet a guy for the first time will go I would be nervous as hell if I saw you coming to meet me with your friends but check with him he may be cool with it , you can always me at a public place and have a coffee or lunch to talk . Good luck I wish you well .
2007-01-08 14:00:04 · answer #3 · answered by el diablo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I have meet guys on line and for the most part they all have been really cool, once I weeded out the losers..Most of them are just friends and that is a good thing. I meet one guy and it turned out to be really great. Don't worry about what others think either when you tell them you meet him on line. Love can be found in just about any place. Your very smart to be taking all the precautions as well so keep doing what your doing, be yourself and have fun try not to look at things being serious either until you have built a Strong foundational friendship.. Good luck.
2007-01-08 10:26:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My husband and I met online about five years ago and we now have a beautiful 6 month old son.
Frankly, no one seems to care that we met online. There's more people than you realize that met online. Sometimes people who have told you that they met in another way will come clean and confess that they met online as well when they learn that's how the two of you met. In today's society, the internet is just another dating tool. Don't worry about what other will think of you and just concentrate on your relationship, if that's what it turns into.
One word of caution, I know you said you know all of the precautions, but don't be ready to jump if he seems like Mr. Right. You probably already know that the internet allows people to be whomever they wish. With that in mind, keep an clear head about you and look at him with open eyes. Take a little time to get to know him personally before you make any snap decisions.
Good luck!
2007-01-08 10:20:37 · answer #5 · answered by cgspitfire 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the person. I've got no problem with meeting people online and I don't think my friends have either. I personally feel that you can get to know someone better online than if you met grinding against each other in a night club.
As long as you and your partner are happy then it doesn't matter what others think, online dating is just another way to meet people.
2007-01-08 10:18:07 · answer #6 · answered by the.gledster 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have been to 4 weddings this year and 3 of them met online. I think its the preferable way to meet people nowadays. Don't worry about what other people think for one second. Just make sure you take good care of yourself in the relationship.
Good luck!
2007-01-08 10:19:08 · answer #7 · answered by Johnny Johnny 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Honestly your friends may think that your socially constipated as a result of you meeting someone online oppose to real interactions between two people
2007-01-08 10:24:56 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
there is a stigma attached but i met my lady online --- we still have to meet face to face its long distance as well
so dont worry what people think and just gloss over how you met --- its how you feel about each other that counts
2007-01-08 10:21:10 · answer #9 · answered by Waterdragon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your at the right age to meet and date people already so go for it just be cautious,and who cares if you meet him on line its not a crime.its better for you to go with somebody you trusted be careful
2007-01-08 10:20:10 · answer #10 · answered by Lionel M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋