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| Offering to do profile reviews
Posted: 2/20/2008 7:18:58 PM | Hello.
I am willing to do profile reviews. I like to be thorough and I run a group on another site dedicated to reviewing dating site profiles.
I have 5 slots available for reviews. Once those slots are full I will begin to write up those reviews, and there will be no point posting requesting reviews during that time. Once I finish up those 5 reviews, I will post showing another number of available slots, and so on so forth. | |
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Posted: 2/20/2008 8:55:19 PM | 1: CSIAnaheim
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| Slot 1: CSIAnaheim
Posted: 2/20/2008 9:19:11 PM |
I've come to the realization that nightclubs and I don't go together very well, so I figured I'd give this site a try and see what's out there. I suppose there's really no reason not to, eh?
I would suggest removing this. You do not need to make excuses as to why you are on POF, or any other site. This takes away from the lovely image you paint of yourself in the next paragraph.
I'm just the right mix of "good guy" and "guy your mother warned you about," and all I can promise is that wherever I am is where the fun is. I have a thirst for life and refuse to settle for less than someone who is just as passionate as I am. Some of my greatest adventures to date have been driving cross-country (three times), hiking in the Rocky Mountains, taking photographs of the Grand Canyon, and pulling five g's in a T-37 jet. This summer, my next great adventure will be to go parasailing in La Jolla. I'll be sure to put up some pictures here when I do.
I -love- this paragraph! Kudos to you here. You paint yourself exactly as your opening line describes you here, and really justifies it. Maybe check the spelling on parasailling because it is setting off my spell-check.
I'm also a very creative person, and enjoy singing, playing piano, and drawing. In fact, I even spent some time working as an artist at Disney's California Adventure to work my way through grad school. I've also recently started trying to learn how to make sushi. I'm starting off simple so far and working my way up. We'll see how that goes.
To be very honest, if I wasn't a lesbian you would have had me at saying you worked for Disney as an artist. That was my dream-job as a child so... yeah. Anyway... I would see about backing up your creative side as strongly as you did your adventurous side. What style of music do you sing and play? Do you still draw? Do you cook? The reason I ask is you mention sushi making here, and in your "perfect date" scenario.
I absolutely love what I do for a living. It is a fantastic feeling to be able to say so, too, after spending so many years in a job I hated. I finally decided to quit, take my meager savings, go to grad school and tighten my belt for three years. It was the hardest three years of my life, but it was absolutely worth it, as I have never been happier before in life than I am now.
I think it is awesome that you love your job, however, I do think the background you shared brings down the happy / bubbly feeling of your profile some. Personally when I see forensic scientist, and your user name I wonder if you are truly a real life Grissom, or another character on the CSI series. It definitely does peak ones interest, particularly if said one is a CSI addict. :) Why do you love your job?
So that's me in a nutshell. If you think you can keep up with me and challenge me, then feel free to e-mail me. You don't have to be some supermodel or anything -- I put a lot more value on personality than looks, anyway, and am not much interested in women who are too obsessed with their appearance. But please be at least in reasonably good shape, as I would much rather spend a date going for a six-hour hike in Santa Monica than sitting at home on the couch.
And if you're self-conscious or have security issues, then please don't bother. I have far better things to do than massage the egos of fragile people. And I do get a fair bit of e-mail on here, so don't get too offended if I don't reply.
I would like to see much of this reworded because it is more negative sounding than positive. Instead of saying what you are NOT looking for, say what you are looking for. I would personally say that based on what you're saying here that you are looking for a woman who is down to earth, low maintenance, confident, happy in her own skin, strong, health concious, adventurous, and intelligent. How can you express what you are looking for without making a list of descriptors like I just did?
On a 1 to 5 scale I would say your profile is a 4.
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| Offering to do profile reviews
Posted: 2/21/2008 2:15:05 AM | Hi,
Not have much luck attracting what I'm looking for. Read a couple of profiles that I thought were very compatable but notta. What do you think of mine? | |
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Posted: 2/21/2008 9:41:42 AM | | A review would be appreciated. | |
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Posted: 2/22/2008 9:53:06 AM | 1: *~Misty~*
2: bobertneek
3: lilgirlblue
4: featherfoot
5: ATF
6: ShyCaringGuy
7: Dale-Allen
The slots are full until I complete these reviews. Please be patient as I did not expect to be this popular! | |
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| SLOT 1 - *~Misty~*
Posted: 2/22/2008 10:34:41 AM |
Hi my name is Misty and I'm an on-line dater.....
Dear, I get what you're going for but this sounds only a few steps away from "Hi my name is Misty and I'm an alcoholic!" We know why you're here, because we are here for the same reason. No need to reiterate the obvious.
Now I know you were trying to be funny, or organized with this format but honestly I would throw it out. This does not display you're sense of humor, wit, or intellect at all while well-written paragraphs would do more for you than these bulleted lists. This looks like a resume, and makes you appear anal-retentive... Do you want to appear that way?
I think a lot of these things are great for you to have in your profile but you need to back them up. Right now this looks like a list of character traits and nothing more.
About the Pros -
Prove to me you're funny, intelligent, that you take things as they come, and that you're cute.
Please take out the statement about games that is the biggest dating site faux pas to the point that I cringe when I see that statement made on any profile.
About the Cons -
In your profile you say you smoke pot but in the drugs section you say you don't use any. Make sure statements in your profile match the information in the top as if they don't it makes you appear like a liar or a fake.
Personally I'm into women and I really don't care about their sense of direction so you can remove this line.
Instead of advertising bluntness as negative advertise it as honesty which sounds so much more positive.
I am undecided about the statement about cursing. I curse but I have never mentioned it in any of my profiles and this way it's something people learn about you as you speak/chat with them.
I have anxiety issues when it comes to meeting strangers and I do not mention it in my profile I discuss it with the person directly once we have exchanged MSNs so stating you're guarded could cause people to assume you're not comfortable, nervous, or something else that you don't want them thinking on a first impression.
Sarcasm is not a negative or positive trait, but it is a trait that specifies your type of humor that people have to have an acquired taste for so this is good to mention but not in a negative light.
Remove the statement about jealousy, if I see that on a woman's profile and despite everything else matching up I would not press the contact button because of that line alone. Usually if someone feels the need to mention they have a jealous streak, we're talking about more than a streak... but a bright red wall.
Lastly, there is nothing wrong with being a klutz and this is something they can... be introduced to while speaking if you really think klutziness to be a problem.
About the Quirks -
Why would someone care that you don't like driving... and if they do well they've got a stick up their butt so remove this line. You can get to discussing this by sharing stories while on MSN, or meeting over coffee.
Everyone has homicidal thoughts towards their family, friends, pets, computers and other electronic devices at some time or another that is part of our humanity, and thought process so I would definetly revise that statement. Instead of saying very flatly that you love your friends and family I would describe how involved you are in their lives, what kind of things you do with them and so on so forth.
I would state that you like to sing and not your skill level because you should let others form their own opinions about this. What kind of music do you listen to or sing to. Do you sing during particular activities... stereotypically in the shower, or some other times.
What do you mean by fluffy chick? When I think fluffy chick I think of a puffy yellow baby chicken... So maybe think about rewording this. If you're referring to the fact you are a BBW then I would say you're confident, and comfortable in your own skin rather than use the term... fluffy.
I'll admit it I have a weakness for tattoos and piercings on women and I always get curious as to where, and what said tattoos are so it is a good thing to state to hand someone a good conversation starter on a silver platter. :)
Again *wince* another typical dating site mistake. Remove the statement about lying. I would instead say that you're an honest person and that you expect the same rather than sounding negative.
Ok, you like rainy days and thunder... Why? Prove this to me... maybe a story of when you were younger, or something can back this up and show a glimmer of your personality at the same time.
Other than scary movies what other movies are you into. Any particular favorites. Again this is a good way of handing someone a conversation starter!
My cats are my babies and there is nothing wrong with that. I have pictures of me with my boys on the site actually to show just how close I am to my furry friends. State you have pets, cats specifically and that they mean a lot to you. Please don't paint loving your pets negatively!
Other than aspiring to take over the world, what are some more... reachable goals of yours?
The next few lines I would remove as they make you sound flighty and well quite honestly like the stereotypical dumb blonde. I would just state that sometimes you like being a big kid and that you'd like to meet someone similar.
Who / What you are looking for -
I like this list now... Put it in the format of a paragraph and it's ok by me!
Now to be honest, on a 1 through 5 I would put this profile as a 2. Make some changes, and if you want come back for a new review. | |
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| Slot 2 - boberneek
Posted: 2/22/2008 12:30:59 PM |
Okay. I met someone on here a while ago, but it didn't work out, so i guess i'll try this again.
As I have told everyone thus far, everyone on the site is on it to meet people for various reasons. You do not have to explain why you're here at all and stating you're here because something didn't work out really doesn't start you on a good note at all in terms of a first impression. I read that first line and think “Why did it not work out with the other person?” and “Maybe something is wrong with him?”
I decided to put this in point form since it was already a bunch of rapid-fire statements:
Noooo! This is not a resume, or a todo list! This is describing yourself, and describing what you're looking for so this should be closer to a mini-essay than a resume!
- I'm on my second year at the University of Alberta where I'm taking a specialization in Molecular Genetics.
Okay, I'm a dummy... Is that a b.a., b.sc., masters, etc? What are your educational goals just going to get a bachelors, or wanting to aspire to higher levels of... geekyness? What kind of job do you want this education to lead you to?
- I like to say the whole name because people think it sounds impressive. :P
Huh? This makes you sound pompous remove it!
- I'm a bit of a geek. (okay, sometimes more than a bit of a geek...)
Ok, well I got you're a geek just based on your major but can you prove to me with other interests, or things as to why you're geeky. I personally love computers, psychology and people watching. What makes you geeky?
- I watch an unhealthy amount of movies.
- I will pretty much watch any movie at least once, but I really like weird and/or crazy movies (as in anything by Terry Gilliam).
Hm, you're portraying your love and enjoyment of movies negatively... I don't like negativity in a profile! Try finding a way to describe your movie addiction positively as in for example you have an ecclectic movie collection, that you like watching just about anything. Maybe list some of your exceptional favorites that you feel deserve to be highlighted and this hands someone a great conversation starter if they like the same movies you do!
- I have a random and sometimes twisted sense of humour. (random as in I may accuse you of being a witch/leprechaun if you beat me at Foosball, and twisted as in I can't stop laughing during A Clockwork Orange)
Ok this is perfect. You said you are random and you backed it up! Find a way to do so without the brackets and in a paragraph or something and it'll be better!
- I said "as in" too many times in the last two points.
Pompous again, remove it!
- I like British comedy. (if you like Monty Python, Eddie Izzard, Black Adder, or Red Dwarf; we will get along just fine :D)
Perfect, ok move this to where you discuss movies, and consumable media..like movies, tv, music, art and you're set!
- I have an irrational fear of Cheez Whiz... Seriously, I can't even touch it.
This could possibly be added into the random section, but it could also stand to be removed. This one I leave up to you.
- I have a dog. His name is George. He thinks he's people.
What kind of dog, how old is he? Is it important that the girl you date likes pets?
- Sometimes i do this thing where i go off topic and start rambling and don't realize it.
Remove this, you backed this up with calling people leprochauns in the sense of humor description section.
- Me and sleep have a love-hate relationship
Are you a daytime person, a night time person, or morning person. Insomnia can be a sign of mental illness (which I have btw) and in turn could potentially scare people off.
- I've been told that I'm a "good listener" but I find that I'm a bit quiet until I get to know someone.
- I'm a stereotypical "nice guy", which leads to me fixing way to many computers for free... and unfortunately not a lot else...
I would describe yourself as shy, but don't make yourself sound like a doormat you don't want girls contacting you just because you could fix their computers for free! Remember the movie the Mask and he wrote in to dear abbey or whatever about how “nice guys finish last”?
- I have bad luck with alcohol and glass. (lets just say it involved stitches...)
Hmm... Keep this story for MSN, or a first date scenario particular if you're having a drink with booze. XD
If you want to know anything else, feel free to send me a message.
I would say you're profile was a 2 out of 5 because of the resume, and point form feel. If you make some changes you can come back for another review if you'd like. | |
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| Offering to do profile reviews
Posted: 2/22/2008 2:43:31 PM | You're just the person I'd like to ask to review my profile. Can you direct me to your other group devoted to dating profile reviews?
This is much shorter than the one I had before, which basically mentioned the top five reasons you'd like dating me. It was a good way to sprinkle anecdotes in, but maybe I was saying too much. So, I've rewritten it this way. | |
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| Slot 3: lilgirlblue
Posted: 3/11/2008 4:10:18 PM | Welcome to my profile, sweet profile. It isn't absurdly over-emoticoned, but it's comfy and well padded, and I like it
I'll admit some people wouldn't go for this, but if you were into women this would encourage me to read further. I am an odd duck though into weird types of sense of humor
So here's a bit about me:
I love the arts and fashion, anything related to the two and I'm interested in it. I like the fact that art has no limits and that anything, when looked at in the right way can be art. I love my creativity for certain things, whatever I end up doing will definitely have a creative outlet. For "what I want to be when I grow up" I hope to work in the fashion industry as a buyer, stylist, producer, whatever.
I appreciate what you're trying to say here but it is coming off very muddled. I would maybe state some particular types of art that you're into, explain which "certain things" you do that are creative, etc. You're kind of going round about without directly saying what you do that is artistic. Say what you do, what you're hobbies are!
I'm down-to-earth but I love and use my imagination as much as I can.
What does this mean? Do you have an anecdote to back this up which may explain what you mean by this
I'm definitely a Taurus. most personality characteristics associated to that is pretty much me.
Admittedly I am quite the leo when one looks at personality descriptions in astrology stuffies however I don't compare myself to that since for one I have found most astrological signs are identified mostly by their worst traits. For example leos are known to love, even over-love attention whereas taurus is known for being ultra stubborn. Maybe consider taking a look at those astrology sign descriptions and use the positive things mentioned as a guide for describing yourself.
Music is important in my life. Although I am not working towards a music career, it's not a bad thing to cart around with you. So I have music with me wherever I go. As for who I listen to, I listen to a lot of artists, though I'm currently into rock,and pop-punk.
Why do you need to state that you're not in the music business? This is unneccessary, remove it. Why is music so important to you? Maybe highlight certain artists you particularly like, and I like the fact you mentioned certain categories you're into.
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My likes... I like whatever you see as what I put for my interests.
Unnecessary
My dislikes: Narrow-minded people,cults, homophobes, elitists, pessimists...I guess that leads into what type of person I'd like to meet...
*winces* I would remove this completely. If you're wondering why, it is because using positive language in a profile makes you sound positive, more interesting, and whatnot. One thing to list your dislikes if they are something humourous... I think someone wrote once that they can't stand cheese whiz or something and that's cool and funny but... Don't like things like you have here.
Who I'd like to meet is someone who would see and treat me as an equal. I am not a doormat, nor a second-class citizen.
I consider this an obvious expectation so remove this. Again speak positively describe yourself as independant, business-minded (if you are).
I like guys with some kind of combination of dry, sarcastic, quick wit, and a tiny bit of toilet humour. (Bob Saget and Sarah Silverman are my heroes. Have you seen The Aristocrats? They are beyond toilet humour, but nonetheless still hilarious )
I personally
As for appearance, I will be honest in saying that looks kinda matter, those who say otherwise are lying to themselves, or blind. If you are truly blind, I envy you. When it comes to the dating world, sight is the middle man, and you've cut that right out.
*wince* Remove this, sounds very ... snobby.
Intelligence is important to me. Some guys are intimidated by an intelligent girl. So, you have to know a few things. I really don't want to be talking to a meat-head. I really don't think anyone wants to talk to one, really.
Nonono! Positive language please. When describing yourself state you're smart, clever, witty etc and find ways to back that up on your profile in content, language, references, etc... Saying you prefer intelligent men is fine, but you may not want to confuse that with education which now a days seems to be a measure of intelligence.
I also love tattoos. I have one and plan on getting more in the future, so a guy has to be ok with tats or even have a few of his own.
Okay, you love tattoos maybe list this in the type of art you like. Do you like old school, new school, or pin up tattoos? Show you're interest. State you're looking at getting one done, maybe mention style you're wanting to get inked. This should sort out people who are not into tattoos and show you're interest about them.
by the way...I wont respond to messages if all you're just going to say is "hey sexy how u doin," "hello hot stuff" or ask me for my msn or aim if we haven't had at least one conversation. that's pretty much it.
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| Slot 4: Hurry Sundown
Posted: 3/11/2008 4:25:14 PM | Hello Ladies,
Thanks so much for stopping in. The pleasure was all mine. Here's a quick run down of myself. Not an easy task but I'll give it a whirl.
I like the intro, however I would remove the last sentence there since it just doesn't work for the tone you're setting and also could cause women to turn away
I am a very passionate, caring, outgoing, SWM. I'm hard working {too much at times} but I do find time for family, friends, and most importantly, that special gal.
Hm, I do believe POF collected all the stats on you like the fact you're S, W, and M so take that out. Also lists of adjectives tend to take away from their meaning or actual description of you... just seems like a list. I would also remove the fact you work "too much" since this makes you seem to busy for dating / pursueing a love life. What do you work hard on I would mention that!
My sense of humor is unsurpassed.
Prove it my dear...
I love to do the little things that make a woman smile. A simple touch, a smile at her across a crowded room to let her know I'm thinking about her and her only. A call, a text, just to say hello an hope she's having a great day. I love long walks with that special person when I'm holding her hand and I can feel my heart pounding, that rush whether it's day one or year ten {I hope it never ends}.
Wow, right out of a cheesy romance novel. That's cool if that's your thing but yeah the last bit would send me personally running for the hills. Sounds like you're looking for Mrs Right but ... right now if you know what I mean.
I also have a great passion for antiques. Something about the way things were done back in the day. But I also enjoy trying new things {like, oh I don't know, online dating}. I think. LOL.
This is okay up until the crack about online dating which makes you sound like you're not really giving it a chance. What new things have you tried? Are you into road trips, what do you personally consider thrilling or an adventure.
I like to spend time with the boy's on occasion and I encourage my partner to do the same {no, not the boy's, the gals}.
Okay, sounds all the more like you're looking for a relationship right now when you should just be meeting new women, dating and eventually finding mrs right in the pool of women you have met. Again this would send me running, too much focus on relationship rather than... what you're like on a DAILY basis not just in a relationship basis
Absence makes the heart grow fonder. Not much I won't try. I can't dance much {yet} but would love to learn if you need a good chuckle {or a cry if I step ob your foot}. LOL.
Like I said you really need to change the tone. The dance joke is good but you still need to back up the fact there's "not much you won't try."
OK, what am I fishing for? SWF. She must be kind, passionate, and have a great sense of humor. Has to be able to make me laugh at all costs. Someone who is more concerned with the quality of time spent together as apposed to the quantity. Someone who has a willingness to except my mistakes {and apology's} and move on. I'm I guy for crying out loud! We have cornered the market on mistakes. LOL.I want to feel that anticipation of the first time I call her. The first time I hear her voice. The hope that she is as nervous {and excited} as I am. Does it feel like your back in school? My god, I hope so. Otherwise, whats the point of being here?
Oh honey, I would remove the SWF as part of that should be obvious and the W part makes you seem... bigoted. Other than that I like this paragraph.
Now, what I'm NOT looking for. Someone that thinks this is a game. It's definitely not a game to me. Someone that's looking for perfection. Definitely not me. If your looking for perfection, good luck with that. I seriously doubt it exists. There are a lot of gorgeous woman on this site and it would be a shame if some were looking for the guy wuth the Tom Cruise looks, the 200IQ, and the 200K paycheck {I am finacially secure by the way}. Pretty sure you won't find him here. I'm not looking for the perfect lady but the lady thats perfect for me. I figure this is online dating, even a blind squirrel finds a nut now and then. Not that i'm in search of a nut {been there, done that} but you get the idea. Physical attraction is important but there is so much more. Whats inside a person may be #1 in my book.
HISS HISS This is THE ONLINE DATING MISTAKE. Remove this. Focus on positive language, what you're looking for not what you're not looking for.
In closing, for those of you that have fallen asleep through this epic novel {my bad}, you may now awake and move on. For those of you that are really, really good at reading people, drop me a line. You won't die from it. I promise. P.S. My PC is pretty much on 24/7 but I am not. So if you email or respond, it is VERY important to me and I will get back to ya asap. And if you are suffering from an onslought of bites while fishing this sea, you can alway's catch up with me down the road. Can't guarentee you'll get any bites but you just might get a nibble. LOL. And finally {drum roll please}, I think we have all dispelled the myth that we are old fashoined or old school by being here. If you see something that peaks your interest, contact me. My lord, its 2008, nothing wrong with gal meets guy. It may increase you odds. Sometimes I see an awsome profile and add to my favorites but fail to contact right away. My loss I'm sure. Even if you just want to just say hi and nothing more. Or, you could even say "hey Asop, your fable is a bit to long". LOL. Sometimes you just have to roll the dice.
I would encourage people to contact you but for me this crosses the line into... overdone. Cut this down some... Alot. Also, the PC note people don't need to know that until you respond. Just because you're sent a message doesn't mean you're expected to reply immediately.
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| SLOT 5: ATF
Posted: 3/11/2008 4:40:49 PM | Quiet and somewhat shy at first soon melts into a genuine interest in people and a love of discussion and fun.
Awesome opener
Not so well off nowadays so I value and pursue the simpler things in life.
Unfortunately saying you're not so well off could scare people off maybe remove that but I like your statement about valueing and pursueing simpler things in life. Although I'd like to know more about what that is.
I run for fitness, motorbike for transport and take photogrpahs (badly) for the artistic side.
I like this, correct the spelling on photographs and you're good here. I would like to see more of your.. lifestle described, more interests described, etc
I like to look at life as a journey to be travelled and seek friendship and partnership as I make my way through it.
This is nice I like this
Amicably separated and starstruck with the freedom that brings.
Nice way to describe the current situation. Some people may be uneasy dating someone who is just seperated. Just so you're aware. I don't believe in misrepresenting that but if its in your "marital status" space you may be able to skip this sentence which could potentially mean more messages
Worked hard to get a glint in my eye but ending up looking silly in the mirror so I am a "what you see is what you get" type of person and I don't claim to be something I'm not but there is a good sense of humour and a nice outlook on life which has depth and character.
I like this, but I'd like you to prove it. I like the joke about the glint in the eye, but you need to backup your "sense of humor" further, and write more about you and what you do in life. Or... as one says in french "qu'est ce que sa bouffe dans l'hiver"... meaning what it eats in winter | |
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| Slot 6: Shy caring guy
Posted: 3/11/2008 4:57:54 PM | I give up, yes, I've had enough of meeting people off here then not hearing from them again. I get more interest from russian/nigerian scammers although they are running out of fresh material lately.
So what you need to know
- you need to be 18-35. Any older and you could be one of my mums friends, ewww.
- be looking to build a relationship, not jump straight into one.
- NO DRUGS - No Exceptions. I don't care if we are a perfect match, if you do drugs then as the ad says, you're a bloody idiot.
- NO ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES - need i say more.
- be honest. Passing urban legend as fact is not going to impress me and usually results in me not even bothering with you again.
- be genuinely interested in starting something with me. I'm a unique person and expect that if you are writing to me then you have read my profile, liked what you saw and are writing to get to know more about me.
- understand that the 1st meeting is just a getting to know you better over coffee and not a date. A date involves some romance and that will come later.
- be able to handle a naturally shy quiet guy, and not want to change that. Yes I am, online I can be quite talkative but in person I'm quieter than a sleeping mouse. Sometimes nerves take over and I make a fool of myself but thats just me trying to not be quiet.
- you must be able to intereact with and love kids, maybe even have kids, but don't want any kids of your own from future relationships
- you understand that initimacy is about the sharing of love for each other in a moment of time and you don't require sex to do that.
- understand that me playing with my kids is not a sign of immaturity, it just means at that time there is a big kid enjoying life.
- be secure within yourself, nothing more annoying than someone who needs to hear "I love you" 50 times a day
- have things you like to do for yourself, by yourself. We all need "me" time to help unwind and not feel crouded by the world
- have a current photo, taken 6 months to a year ago. Peoples faces tell alot about whats going on with them and showing me a photo of you 10 years ago just makes me think you have something to hide. My latest photo is only a couple of months old.
- your computer is your significant other. I love my games, internet surfing, and chatting to people and usually somoene who doesn't have an admiration for their computer cannot appreciate the benifits of learning and leasure that it brings.
- you understand that not everyone needs to drive. I've never had my license or owned a car as I've always managed to live an areas where transport was not an issue, and a few blocks isn't very far.
- these things will offend me ... racists comments ... bragging of or conducting illegal activities including drug use ... using alcohol as an excuse ... lying ... crimes against children ... crimes against women ... disrespecting yourself, myself, my kids, or my property ... trying to change or control me ... seeing my computer or friends as a threat
I'm going to be very very very honest. I would be shocked if you have had anyone message you after reading that. It is so negative and paints a terrible picture of you. I mean... so bad that I wasn't able to review this paragraph by paragraph like I usually do. You're getting more interest from scammers because this profile is literally frightening people away from you. Also, you need to change that photo you're eyes look evil and scary in that picture.
I want you to sit down and think about YOU. What are you like? Ask your friends if you have to but get an honest idea of what you're like to be around in general. Think about your interests and talk about some of them highlighting particular ones that you really like to do. Talk about your lifestyle -- from what I gather based on your... list here is that you have children. Great how many do you have, and how old are they.
Please change this whole profile. It's really... painful and scary. It would make me run for the hills if I was straight. | |
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Posted: 3/11/2008 5:07:00 PM | Why does POF have to put all the websites of Herpes or Genital Warts, Bored Lonely Wives, etc. etc. etc. next to my picture? Geesh! I know they have to make money but I don't want to be the poster child for these sites, yikes!
Although I agree that is kind of scary... I would remove this despite the fact it is bloody hilarious Consider putting this at the bottom of your profile since this doesn't really need to be read by someone who is reading your profile first thing
Some activities that I do to keep in shape include running around the house with scissors in my hands or simply spending a candle light romantic evening playing grab ass with that special someone...Yeah, some people would say I am a real wild man!
*snicker* This is funny but how about you list some of your -real- interests, hobbies, etc... as well after the punchline
If you want to know more about me, just read some of my useless ramblings on the forums.
I'd move this to the bottom of the profile as well, before the thanks to everyone
By the way, don't pay any attention to my testimonial... I had to prostitute my integrity to get her to write that and put her reputation on the line...
Remove this :P Testimonals are useful
I do take life serious, just hard to do online with all these trolls all up in here...'cause that's how I roll!
This is funny but I'd like some other insight on your personality other than your hilarious sense of humor.
I am not trying to be a retard, but can someone please explain to me what a "fish personality" is all about? Being a "bottom dweller" doesn't sound appealing to me.
I have the same question myself, but instead of asking it on your profile, ask in the forums I think you'll get some hilarious answers... or for fun e-mail the POF staff and ask
Have you seen the site for Christians that says "Certified Christians"? What are there qualifications for getting a certification a few hail mary's or will a simple baptism do the trick?
*ss* I would take this out. Come on more about you!!
I am an Equal Opportunity Offender...I goof on everything (including myself)!
I think this is a good idea to put it because it's true
Just an observation: It seems a lot of people have such high expectations of what they seek in another person with no intention of being that themselves. It is kind of like business; to have a good partner, you must be a good partner...just my thoughts.
I like this, it shows your "philosophy" on relationships despite all the joking
Now I see where people announce to the world that they are deleting there profile. Is that kind of like a going out of business sale where we can get you really cheap? Let me guess; you found your soul mate on here.
Remove this, talk about it on the forum
Lately I have been bombarded with "chain text messages"....I really don't need the added stress that I will have 100 years of a bad sex life because I didn't forward them.
Although funny... Forum again
Personally, I think POF should have our Mothers fill out our profiles...That should make things interesting
Wow, my mom would try to get men to date me if she wrote my profile... Hm... Probably not the best idea. However if you think it's a good idea, ask your mom to write something for yours and see what happens. *grin* | |
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| SLOT 8 - Geoff1975
Posted: 3/11/2008 5:21:11 PM | What do you get when you cross an aspiring screenwriter with {fill in the blank}? Let's find out.
*snicker* Is this really your profession? That's awesome!
Tell me you don't think a writer can't be imaginatively romantic.
*snicker* How many people have messaged you to confirm or disprove that?
There are so many mysteries that interest me... can the universe be reshaped? Can you get rid of black holes with a really good vacuum cleaner? Can I go back in time and fix that joke? I'm fascinated by where the mythologies of the world came from. That's why I'm fascinated by Qabalah {Kabbalah for you non-Hebrew speakers}. No, contrary to what you may think, Kabbalah isn't a Madonna fan club.
This is actually interesting to me. I like this.
Thank goodness my parents let this child-like curiosity flourish into adulthood.
Very true. Any other examples of said curiousity. What kind of things do you like to do in your spare time other than be distracted by lifes mysteries and playing scrabble?
To keep my mind sharp, I also like to play Scrabble with friends.
What other hobbies do you have
Judaism is very important. Of course, I'm very friendly with everyone I meet, but for a relationship and potential marriage, we ought to share that common way of life.
Okay, feel free to kick me if you think this is totally wrong. From my understanding based on the ramblings of my best friend who is looking at converting there are various eh... what word could I use... levels I suppose of Judaism. I think it may be a good idea to state which category you fall in because it is a way of life and from my understanding the way of life of a Reform or Reconstructionist Jew is extremely different from an Orthodox Jew. So this would specify more to other Jewish folk where you are on the... Jewy spectrum. :)
Now I understand that for a relationship and potential marriage sharing the same lifestyle is important to you that's cool for you to state directly and I applaud this immensely. However, are you willing to date / have a relationship / possibly marry a non-Jewish woman? I am just asking so that if you are, you may want to make a point to state that, so that shows that option is possible and won't turn off non-Jewish women if you are open to that possibility. :)
Going the dating online route has nothing to do with being shy; you'll find that out very soon. I don't meet that many Jewish women my age.
I would change this. We're all doing the online dating thing. Some are shy, some are not. I would state find another way to state you're unshy without using "not" to say it. I would also remove the comment about not having much luck with meeting Jewish women your age.
One more thing. If I talk too much, feel free to distract me with Chinese or Italian food.
Funny!
If you're stumped for something to reply with, maybe you can help me understand:
1. what would happen if, on "Who Wants to Be A Millionaire", the phone lifeline caught a friend napping
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Posted: 3/11/2008 5:38:09 PM | Alright. I reviewed all of them except the last one that came in. Give me a couple days and I'll put up a number of open slots.'
Also, for those of you I reviewed, I would appreciate comments about your reviews and I being too nice, or too mean, etc etc. | |
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| Offering to do profile reviews
Posted: 3/11/2008 7:06:01 PM | | Sure, please review mine, I appreciate feedback. Thanks in advance for your time and effort. | |
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