| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 9:20:19 AM |
i suppose my initial message was to break the ice with some flirty humour, which did have the desired effect!
A reply is not always positive, and while you took it as working as a woman I disagree with you. When a woman responds with We'll see, what we are saying to you is Prove to us your worth it, show us what you want and who you are. So in reality, it was her flirt back that was leaving the door open for more but sadly when you responded stating you were hoping for a picture you slammed the door on it. had you left that line there - then went on to a subject that was not visual or superficial I would bet you would have gotten a reply. You were given an opportunity to prove to her why she should show you, and unfortunately you blew it. You may disagree but think about it for a moment and you may see if multiple women on here are telling you the same thing, well maybe we know what we are talking about. | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 9:59:14 AM |
So, you've broken the ice with humor and flirts....you continue beating the living crap out of the ice with flirts and ignoring her opening...You PLAN to whack away at the ice for at least one more email before telling her ANYTHING? The ice is water now, you're beating a bowl of water, not breaking the ice. Serve the damn drink already!
If you're going to whine about her not giving you what you want at least add ONE sentence that doesn't sound like you're stroking your penis waiting for her to cyber pleasure you!!!!!!!!!!
As one poster mentioned you refused to say anything about ANYTHING but her body. And you didn't even attack it as a whole. Just the legs. Not complimenting anything else.
A poster mentioned your profile, but I didn't glance at it because I don't care all that much....If her profile is filled out and yours is not you ought to say SOMETHING. She's giving you the chance to tell her something beyond the four traits she already knows: You are attracted to her, you are attracted to her legs, you are male, and your screenname.
You've given her nothing more than a construction worker yelling cat calls. How many stories do you hear about women taking them up on it? "How did you know daddy was the one?" "When he tilted his hat and told me my legs go well together but they'd be better apart with him between them."
^^^Is that the common tale? You know WHY it isn't the common tale?
WHAT!!!
How the hell did you come the conclusion that i would be on the other end of the line playing with myself? That's ridiculous!! | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 10:08:17 AM | ^^ Your getting far to defensive, she was not stating emphatically that you were, just stating that when women get messages that are flirty about body parts and remains on that topic past the first compliment it is how it sounds, like sexual fodder. We are not stating that is your intent or what you were doing, we are just stating that the perception is that.
All we are telling you is on the second email along with the flirty comments just add in some more detailed questions or comments that are not about appearance but about her character her as a person. I cant speak for all women but I can tell you when I get a second message from someone with that only superficial content again, I don't respond because they are keeping our communication to physical only. It is almost like a 2 strikes your out rule. May not be fair but it happens | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 10:08:28 AM | Would you recommend i send a message of apology or should i leave it? If you are truly attracted to her (as much as is possible based on what can be seen or read in her profile), then it wouldn't hurt to send another e-mail. The worst that can happen is she could block you. The best that can happen is she could see something in your e-mail that she likes and she could open the door for more communication.
If I were in her situation, I would have been disappointed when I saw that the second e-mail showed no interest in me as a person. If this is how she is feeling, then you need to find a way to show you have character and are interested in her personality. Let her know that the two of you share some of the same interests. Show her that you have depth and that you can see something in her other than her body.
If you decide to send another e-mail, continue to be flirty and fun, when appropriate. She seems to like that, but be sure to show her more of who you are and do your best to learn more of who she is.
It doesn't matter if you are the most perfect man in the world for her if she is never able to know that. If you seem to be interested only in her body, she will perceive that to be true, even if it is not. Early in relationships, perception is everything. | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 10:09:59 AM |
A reply is not always positive, and while you took it as working as a woman I disagree with you. When a woman responds with We'll see, what we are saying to you is Prove to us your worth it, show us what you want and who you are. So in reality, it was her flirt back that was leaving the door open for more but sadly when you responded stating you were hoping for a picture you slammed the door on it. had you left that line there - then went on to a subject that was not visual or superficial I would bet you would have gotten a reply. You were given an opportunity to prove to her why she should show you, and unfortunately you blew it. You may disagree but think about it for a moment and you may see if multiple women on here are telling you the same thing, well maybe we know what we are talking about.
ok, i see the angle you are now coming at!! This does make sense i suppose!!
BTW i did send another message after the 2nd one asking why she did not reply and hoping i would get a response so that i could then analyse where i went wrong! | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 10:13:00 AM |
^^ Your getting far to defensive, she was not stating emphatically that you were, just stating that when women get messages that are flirty about body parts and remains on that topic past the first compliment it is how it sounds, like sexual fodder. We are not stating that is your intent or what you were doing, we are just stating that the perception is that.
All we are telling you is on the second email along with the flirty comments just add in some more detailed questions or comments that are not about appearance but about her character her as a person. I cant speak for all women but I can tell you when I get a second message from someone with that only superficial content again, I don't respond because they are keeping our communication to physical only. It is almost like a 2 strikes your out rule. May not be fair but it happens
But... then how can i analyse the situation and rectify my mistake if i have nothing to go on? | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 10:18:36 AM |
If you are truly attracted to her (as much as is possible based on what can be seen or read in her profile), then it wouldn't hurt to send another e-mail. The worst that can happen is she could block you. The best that can happen is that she could see something in your e-mail that she likes and she could open the door for more communication.
If I was in her situation, I would have been disappointed when I saw that the second e-mail showed no interest in me as a person. If this is how she is feeling, then you need to find a way that shows you have character and are interested in her personality. Let her know that the two of you share some of the same interests. Show her that you have depth and that you can see something in her other than her body.
If you decide to send another e-mail, continue to be flirty and fun, when appropriate. She seems to like that, but be sure to show her more of who you are and do your best to learn more of who she is.
It doesn't matter if you are the most perfect man in the world for her if she is never able to know that. If you seem to be interested only in her body, she will perceive that to be true, even if it is not. Early in relationships, perception is everything
I'm afraid i can't find her profile to be able to apologise!! | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 10:21:26 AM | Edit: Do you still have the emails sent to her? the profile link would be right there. i not do a search in the area and click and see if you can find her if you are truly interested
Click her profile, read it - comment on it - and tell her about YOU. and state in the email while I do find you physically attractive I also like that you (then fill in the blanks) , If her profile doesn't contain much info see if you gain anything from the interests, or the background in the pictures. If something is happening in your city and she is local talk about that. (for example I live in Pittsburgh so most of the emails I am getting recently are hockey related)
reach out again with more content - more detail - ask questions and just communicate - the door may not be locked just closed, all it takes is a polite knock with true interest to open it again. Just start a conversation and ask questions that require a descriptive answer - try to avoid closed questions that only require a yes/no reply but open ended questions to start the conversation flow.
let us know if it works - PS - it also works in your favor that this will be on the bottom of your profile so if she reads the forums she will see you are concerned with your actions, have better intent and want to make it right. | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 10:28:29 AM |
But... then how can i analyse the situation and rectify my mistake if i have nothing to go on?
Rarely executed tactic, but you could always try it: paying attention. LOTS of advice has come your way and you are having trouble accepting how dull you seem.
Legs. Mmmm...legs. Show me the legs!!
.... C'mon, just show me the legs!
No legs? You're so mean, I was hoping for legs!!! aaaaaw
Please show me the legs?
Try reading the ice breaker comment. You quoted my whole post but did you READ anything besides the penis stroking? "sound like" is not, "proof that you are and no other option." It SOUNDS LIKE you're doing x, because when you are INCAPABLE of telling her anything besides, "I want your legs" what other conclusion can we come to but, you ONLY want her legs. That is the only thing you've mentioned in all your oppourtunity, so what would make her think there is anything else? It's not like you're giving her much, just leg comments. Since you did not state you are a prosthetics person and looking for a good leg mold, you are likily just a regular guy who values nothing but her legs. Most commonly that would be sexual. We aren't MIND READERS!!!
You've got a metric truck load to go on, "nice guy." But, you do have to read them. | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 11:06:56 AM |
Try reading the ice breaker comment. You quoted my whole post but did you READ anything besides the penis stroking? "sound like" is not, "proof that you are and no other option." It SOUNDS LIKE you're doing x, because when you are INCAPABLE of telling her anything besides, "I want your legs" what other conclusion can we come to but, you ONLY want her legs. That is the only thing you've mentioned in all your oppourtunity, so what would make her think there is anything else? It's not like you're giving her much, just leg comments. Since you did not state you are a prosthetics person and looking for a good leg mold, you are likily just a regular guy who values nothing but her legs. Most commonly that would be sexual.
ok, ok.... no need to go on with this topic!
BTW i think maybe it's you that wanted some virtual reality!! ; )
Take it easy! | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 11:22:47 AM |
Take it easy! If, in two months, we get a post about some psycho cyber stalker who is obessed with legs and even found her after she closed her last three accounts, I'm comin' back and blaming you, leg man! | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 11:35:25 AM |
If, in two months, we get a post about some psycho cyber stalker who is obessed with legs and even found her after she closed her last three accounts, I'm comin' back and blaming you, leg man!
Do as you will.... (pictures in the head of guys wankin girl) ; ) | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 12:30:33 PM |
I'm afraid i can't find her profile to be able to apologise!! It is obvious your shift works to put the capital I at the begining of the sentence, so it is obviously just totally laziness on your part to not use it in the sentence. Please read the threads about people being able to read emails. Laziness is a red flag to some people. | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 2:25:21 PM |
It is obvious your shift works to put the capital I at the begining of the sentence, so it is obviously just totally laziness on your part to not use it in the sentence. Please read the threads about people being able to read emails. Laziness is a red flag to some people.
So... what is it with U and I's? Do you not understand people who do not use Capitals? | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 8:56:06 PM | | As I said before, there are a couple good threads on it. I just think you should know that there are women that find ignorance a turn off and some think it is irritating too. "U" is only a capital if it is the begining of a sentence or a proper noun... | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 10:43:03 PM | Well this is my first forum post but I feel the need to respond to this one! No! Answering right away does not make you look desperate! I check my inbox regularly (otherwise there is no point I say) and if someone has taken the time to write to me I always answer..and as quickly as possible...I think it is just polite. I also assume people have a life and so if I do not get an answer right away I give them the benefit of the doubt...if there is never an answer I assume "no interest" and move on, although a simple "thanks for writing" would be nice. We're all (POF'ers) "putting ourselves out there" and taking a chance. Nothing ventured, nothing gained" Happy fishing! | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/23/2008 10:51:50 PM | Maybe you should not look to see if someone reads your messages. I know sometimes I will read something, and answer back when I have the time (read) with out answer.
If they get back to you, they get back to you. If they don't (shrug) oh well, maybe they met someone else online that really sparked their interests. Try not to take things personal  | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/24/2008 3:12:46 AM | ^^^ You have a great mix of blood in you^^^
I also have a theory as to why you are put into peoples favs list... maybe they want to chat to you at a later date so they need to put you in fav list in order to not forget you as i did but then a message sprung up saying 'you do not want to accept messages from people in my Country!' so i deleted you!!!
Take it easy! | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/24/2008 5:19:47 AM | Hi Mr Nice Guy
I agree this dating site can be pretty annoying and frustrating at times!
I hate the "Read Deleted" but that is because it is a certain rejection! (or at least it feels like that).
As for people not replying straight away it depends how long the message takes to read and how much time I have to read and then type a reply. I usually try to get back to a girl whenever I read a message but if she asks a fair few questions or has a wicked profile which intrigues me then it might take a bit longer for me to reply (as I am not always at my computer).
The only problem I've been having recently, and not sure if you have to but a lot of women on here are not really honest and upfront, basically they say they like you etc...even flirt or perhaps get to the stage of giving you their number....and then vanish off the face of the earth.
It hurts and even tho I try not to let it get to me, it still does somehow, at the end of the day "The Real Mr Nice Guy", don't give up and try not to be too concerned if girls do not get back to you straight away or even back to you ever as we are all different and some people just do not get on (be it physically or emotionally).
Happy Fishing.
John | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/24/2008 7:40:02 AM | "Straight away." You zany Brits! (Sorry; couldn't help myself.)
Go ahead and reply as soon as you have time to do so. There is nothing desperate about being prompt. I have always thought the idea of waiting a certain amount of time before communicating in whatever form was rather silly. If you are interested in someone, why not be straightforward about the fact? | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/24/2008 12:58:39 PM | I haven't the slightest clue as to which country you are from. I am not prejudice over any country in the world. I only thought I had my setting to MEET people who were near. MR. REAL NICE GUY . Thank you for the compliment on my blood mixture.  | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/24/2008 1:00:19 PM | | I'm guessing it may have more to do with your content than the brevity between contact and reply. However, if a woman doesn't respond after just one email, I'd say move on and find someone worthy for you. :) Don't sweat it! | |
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| Is replying to messages straight away a desperate act? Posted: 5/24/2008 1:27:00 PM | If I am online and get a message I will reply right away. If i just happen to be getting ready to leave I will relpy and say thank you for the email but will have to semnd more to u later for I am getting ready to leave I just see it as respectful if you reply right away  | |
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