The Other Side of Online Dating
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2008The idea that online dating is for desperate people is a real misconception. Online dating is fun and exiting. It is not meant for people who are looking for love alone. Even those who just need true friends can benefit from it. Chat rooms and messaging boards can be real resources for learning new ideas. People here may choose even to discuss business. I once met a friend who really proved a resource for me. I must confess however that I joined one site while I was desperate for a friend but later on I realized that I was wrong.
I was pregnant for some man whom we had been friends with for some time and he dumped me after I told him I was expectant. I felt lost and lonely but still I wanted to have a friend and a man who could answer my questions. I wasn’t looking for love though. I signed up for dating services from one of the top online dating sites.
I met a man who showed me the empathy and remorse I needed. We became friends like that. He even helped me choose a name for my son and later made arrangements to come and see my son with no strings attached. I learnt a lot from this kind hearted man. I realized some characters men hide from you and I am now happy.
Even though we lost contact later, I will forever be grateful to this site and to the man who helped save the life of my son. I had before considered abortion but he reminded me of God’s view towards life and I changed my mind. I also realized that not only desperate people can participate in online dating.