Do-it-yourself (DIY) blind dating has become one of the most popular ways of meeting people via social networking. It is easy to set up a date over Facebook or Myspace, but the problem is that a woman on a blind date doesn’t really know who or what is going to show up when she actually meets the date. When a meeting finally occurs, the person may look “normal”, but once he starts talking it can be a completely different story.
After a few strike outs, optimism takes a backseat and a person just hopes the date she’d agreed to meet for coffee over Facebook is not some sort of serial killer. The days of grandma setting her granddaughter up with her pyromaniac next door neighbor are over, welcome to dating 2.0. Here are some red flags interpreted that will help weed out the freaks.
He Arrives to the Date Appearing Disheveled, Confused and Late
What’s the excuse for a man that is late, unkempt and looking like a wild-eyed serial killer? He is a serial killer, or a hobo, that’s what. Bonus points if he is wearing clothing with visible blood, puke, urine, dirt or is filthy in general. Get out of there as quickly as possible, and make sure he doesn’t follow.
He Uses the Terms “Leet”, “Alliance”, “Horde” or “Noob” In Casual Conversation
This is a sure sign of an online MMORPG (Massively-Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game) player. Expect to take a backseat to raids, prepubescent boys using the handle “Macdaddyninjatroll”, and having a partner in general. In a worst-case-scenario, he blows all his money to on fake Warcraft (which he will call “WOW”) in-game gold to buy a mount for his Tauren Shaman. Unless playing an MMORPG is a personal hobby, this is not a guy worth dating.
He Lies About His Age
When a silver fox shows up instead of a 25 year-old man, there is a problem. No matter how hip or “with it” (he will use this term) he claims to be, just remember that he had to lie to get a date. This is never a good sign. Tell grandpa to troll the senior’s homes instead of Myspace.
He Calls His Mother “Mommy”
He is a mama’s boy. He will want meals cooked, laundry done, and sit on his butt until someone richer, hotter, or with a lower self esteem comes along.
He Talks About “Yilfing”
He’s a furry. Run! There is a subculture of anthropomorphism where people dress up like sports team mascots and animal costumes that would make the Easter Bunny at the mall cry. Call it a fetish, and don’t get involved.
He Eats With His Mouth Open
He is a slob and probably lives in grandma’s basement because mommy kicked them out. If he doesn’t have enough respect to uses general etiquette that says it all.
He Claims to be a Hipster, But It’s Just a Cover for Why He Doesn’t Have a Car or Job
This means he is possibly lazy, has a DUI and cannot legally drive, can’t afford McDonald’s and will crash on friends couches for as long as he can milk it, if given the chance.
He Has “Eager Beaver” Syndrome
He wants to move in by the end of the date. He is disgustingly complimentary and will do anything to please. He is desperate and has not been in a relationship for five years. Do not be fooled; his charm is dependent on hooking a woman. Once hooked, he will use crafty tactics to keep a woman, and call constantly. This kind of man is hard to shake off, so stay away.
He Insults the Waiter at the Restaurant
Two words: control freak. This is also called “It puts the lotion in the basket” syndrome. When he is not roid raging at the waiter, his woman will be the target. These men are often abusive and use fear and guilt into making their women complacent. Do not pass go with this one.
Stay Cautious and Look for Flags
DIY blind dating can expand man options past those of traditional dating, but it can also pave the way for freaks to get their foot in the door. No matter how nice a guy may seem online, an in-person meeting can determine if he is dating material.
Be aware and go with a gut instinct. If something doesn’t seem right or add up, go with it. Never give out any personal information, like an address, workplace, or school, and always arrange to meet at a neutral location. There are plenty of men out there, even if it seems like there aren’t. Time is the key. Date a variety of men and see what happens, and don’t settle.
