[colleenj]

I haven't been on "blind" dates so to speak but I have been on dates with guys I "met" through internet dating services. I really didn't have any bad experiences because I always communicated (by phone or e-mail) long enough to be comfortable before actually meeting them. While none of them were "the one" I did enjoy meeting them- I have gone sailing, golfing, out to eat, etc.- activities that are fun when shared. As far as an actual "blind date" goes, my friends know better than to try to fix me up- whenever anyone says "you just HAVE to meet this person" is usually is someone no one else would want anything to do with. I just politely decline and tell them I would rather find my own dates.