How to Get a Date Online

A good friend of mine has decided to venture into the online dating world, and asked for some advice on what to say in her profile. We went to the source...my husband, who just so happens to be a guy. I figured a guy would know what a guy wants.

Here's what he said: Post a picture where you look like you're having fun, be positive, talk about the things you like to do.

Then he said something very interesting: he said the guys want to like you. They are looking for reasons to like you. So give it to them. Men are simple. They just want to know they're going to have a good time if they go out with you.

So show your fun side!

What's in a Name

I once had a date with a guy who dated Suzanne Vega. Know how I know that? Because he made darn well sure it came up in our conversation.

I remember him kind of steering the conversation toward this very exciting announcement, and then looking at my face carefully for the response. Apparently, he didn't see the proper amount of awe there, and he was might disappointed. In fact, he was bummed that I'd dated a somewhat famous musician too (not nearly as well-known as her, but his band has a loyal and large following).

It came as little surprise that he didn't call me for a second date.

However, what is really funny about this is that the next day I went hiking with a friend who was also doing a lot of Internet dating at the time. I was telling her about my date and she just started laughing. She'd gone out with the guy too! And he'd also found a way to tell her about Suzanne. She didn't have a second date with him either. Maybe nobody could measure up.

What's the Best On-Line Dating Site?

I am a big fan of Internet dating. Perhaps that's because I met my husband on MySpace. It certainly isn't because I had much luck with some of the popular Internet dating sites (although, I'm sure that has more to do with me and my habit of being attracted to the wrong guy than with the services those sites offer).

I've known people who have met their spouses on Match.com, E-Harmony, and MySpace. I'm wonder what your preference is, and if you have any good stories. How long did it take to meet the right person?