Great read Bonnie! I love reading your articles, they make me feel less alone on the “Island of Misfit Toys” that is online dating.

Here’s one that’s happened to me to add to your list…

A few weeks ago I was out on a first date at a local bar and grill. We were having a fine time when a hostess approached with a couple following behind. She seated them at the table next to us. A few minutes passed when I gazed over in their direction and realized that the woman was someone who’s been pursuing me on various online dating sites for the past couple of years. She looked up and we locked eyes for a moment. It was obvious that we knew who each other was and that it was a mutual understanding. Yes… A bit awkward.

Interesting aside… A few months ago I discovered through Facebook that the very same woman is a lifelong friend of one of my cousins (maybe that could be another one on the list).