First dates are the time to get to know one another in a fun and relaxed way (if you don’t get too nervous). So first date conversation topics should be light and free-flowing, instead of heavy and probing. Here are some safe conversation topics to try and some unsafe topics to avoid: Do talk about… Continue reading Safe First Date Topics
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10 Online Dating Essentials
Over the years, we have gained a lot of knowledge of online dating, from our own experiences and from listening to what our members say. Here are 10 of the most important
“Size 12+ is not for me”
This week, Labour Councillor Dan Fleming’s online dating profile caused a lot of discussion online when it was revealed that he had included a long list of demands for what he wants his future partner to be like. He was ridiculed for saying that he wants a woman who is smaller than a size 12, who is… Continue reading “Size 12+ is not for me”
First Date Drinking
Meeting for a coffee is the most popular first date idea as it allows you to meet in a busy place during the daytime (which is perfect if you rely on a rural bus service that doesn’t run past 5pm). For those who prefer to meet up in the evening after work, going to the… Continue reading First Date Drinking
Online Dating after Divorce
Divorce has been discussed a lot in the news this week, following the announcement that Angelina Jolie has filed for divorce from Brad Pitt. Going through a divorce is a traumatic experience that you wish upon your worst enemy, but unfortunately, more than 40 percent of marriages do end in divorce. If you are divorced, or seperated, you… Continue reading Online Dating after Divorce
Things People say to Single People
When you are single, you will find out that you are a great source of entertainment for your friends and family and you will also find that they will be keen to give you advice (some welcome and some not so welcome). Here are some of the things that you will hear a lot, but… Continue reading Things People say to Single People
Photo Faux Pas
Your Main photo is one of the most important parts of your dating profile, so we are keen to help you to avoid some of the most common photo faux pas. Here are some of the most common photo mistakes and how to avoid making them yourself. Hiding your face We don’t allow people to… Continue reading Photo Faux Pas
What you need to know about Dating a Dog Lover
Muddy Matches isn’t specifically designed for dog-lovers, but we have more than our fair-share of dog devotees on the website and more than a few four-legged visitors have crossed the threshold of Muddy Matches HQ over the years (including MM’s mascot Morven). Love me, love my dog A survey by dog sitting website DogBuddy.com found that… Continue reading What you need to know about Dating a Dog Lover
Online Dating Checklist
You have signed up to an online dating website and are keen to get going. Now what? Fill in your basic details honestly! It may be tempting to adjust certain personal details such as your age (because you’ve been told that you don’t look your age), but it lying will be a waste of time… Continue reading Online Dating Checklist
Should Men Pay?
This week, the dating programme First Dates (which is surprisingly good at creating matches), hit the headlines when one woman showed disgust at being asked to split the cost of the bill. Mary and Brian were paired up together and it appeared that they were having a good time together until the waitress asked if… Continue reading Should Men Pay?