Here at Muddy Matches we’ve been called all kinds of things, from ‘muddy boots dating’ to ‘muddy matters’, ‘muddy dating’ and even ‘muddy mattresses’ (by Steve’s 5-year-old son). People also question what Muddy Matches is all about; so I thought it was time to address some of their questions about ‘muddy dating’ in a blog… Continue reading What Does ‘Muddy Dating’ Mean?
Tag: dating advice
Dating Tips We’ve Learned from James Bond
This weekend sees the cinema release of the latest James Bond Film, Skyfall, and if there’s one thing I’m willing to put money on, it’s that James Bond will woo at least one woman in this new offering. So what can we learn from 007?
Autumn Date Ideas
The leaves have turned brown and there’s a chill in the air, which as any ‘muddy’ person will know marks the start of the autumn dating season. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor date or a cosy fireplace, take a look at our ideas for autumn dates:
When Should You Tell Your Date That You’ve Googled Them?
A few months back, we looked into whether you should or shouldn’t Google your date (other search engines are available). We received a surprising number of responses through Facebook and Twitter; from people who said that they felt “it is a little stalkerish”, to those who said that they would look someone up to “check… Continue reading When Should You Tell Your Date That You’ve Googled Them?
What to Write About Your Job on Your Profile
If you gather together a group of people who don’t know each, you can almost guarantee that it’ll be less than five minutes before the conversation turns to what people do for a living (assuming you’re not all at an industry event). So it’s only fair to assume that when someone is looking at your… Continue reading What to Write About Your Job on Your Profile
Top Dating Site Turn Offs
There’s something about working for an online dating site, which encourages people to tell you all their least favourite things about all dating sites. Here are some of the top turn-offs and our guide to how to avoid them…
What Your Hobbies Say About You
When it comes to filling in your online dating profile, don’t forget to select your favourite hobbies and explain a bit about what each of them means to you. Think about how often you do them, what got you into a hobby and why you enjoy it. Don’t be afraid to list your hobbies, even… Continue reading What Your Hobbies Say About You
Messaging – What You Need to Know
At Muddy Matches we receive a lot of questions about messages (which makes sense as they are one of the key aspects of internet dating). So we thought it would be a good idea to answer some of the most popular queries:
Seasonal Foods for a Romantic Dinner
If your ‘muddy’ date loves good quality and locally sourced food, then a romantic seasonal dinner is a great way to impress them. We’ve selected a seasonal starter, main and pudding from three mouth-watering food blogs for you to try.
Online Safety – Photos
We’ve covered what you shouldn’t reveal in your online dating profile, but it’s also important to consider what information you are sharing through your choice of photos. A good, hearty selection of photos can entice people to your dating profile, and attract way more engagement than those that are left blank and faceless. But sometimes… Continue reading Online Safety – Photos