It has been 20 years since the first text message was sent through a mobile phone, which simply said ‘Merry Christmas’. Since then, the text message has flourished and has become a useful tool in the dating toolbox. Here’s a few things to consider when adding text messaging to your dating repertoire:
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Dating When You Have Children
When you have a child or children from a previous relationship, it adds another aspect to dating. I spoke to a number of people who have children and have started a new relationship to find out what they learnt about dating with children. Although their experiences are helpful, it is important to remember that all… Continue reading Dating When You Have Children
An Alternative Christmas
If this is your first Christmas on your own, or if you are as bah-humbug about the whole event as I am, we’ve discovered some alternative ways to spend your time during the festive period and some ways to avoid Christmas altogether.
Top Tips for Meeting the Parents
After a few months of dating, there comes a time when your date will say those fateful words “I’d like you to meet my parents” (assuming that they don’t live with their parents and didn’t get a lift from them to meet you for your first date). Being invited to meet their parents shows that… Continue reading Top Tips for Meeting the Parents
Dating Website Etiquette
Online dating, like many other aspects of life, has an unofficial code of conduct. Below I have outlined some of the aspects of good practice that will stand you in good stead for online dating; from how to present yourself in your profile to how to reply to messages.
What to Wear on a Countryside Date
If you search for ‘what to wear on a date’ you’ll come across hundreds of posts about picking the perfect shirt and tie combination or a dress that reveals enough to look attractive, but not so much as to look tarty. However, if you’re going on a shooting date or a walk in the countryside,… Continue reading What to Wear on a Countryside Date
Reasons Your Photo is Being Rejected
When you sign up for online dating on Muddy Matches you are encouraged to add a photograph to your profile. However, you may find that your photo is rejected when it is sent to us for approval. Here are some of the top reasons why a Main Photo will be rejected and how to avoid… Continue reading Reasons Your Photo is Being Rejected
Romantic Walks in the UK and Ireland
Here at Muddy Matches we love nothing more than getting out and about in the countryside. So here are some of our favourite walks that would be perfect for an outdoor date.
What Does ‘Muddy Dating’ Mean?
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?
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: