Internet Dating Rules for the Newly Single

You're newly single (whether it be a divorce or breakup) and are looking for love. Now let's say that you've ultimately decided to join one of those Internet dating sites. There are a number (and growing by the minute it seems) so you have unlimited choices. I myself found my wife on one that I would not dare mention. Others haven't had as much success for one reason or the other. Which Internet dating site you choose is entirely up to you. There have been countless horror stories recounted here and there. Here are two safety tips (ones I consider crucial) to keeping yourself safe.

Rule number one: NEVER, EVER give out your personal information. I made the mistake one time of giving out my phone number. When she first called, things seemed pretty normal. We had a lot in common, made each other comfortable, and genuinely were attracted. So we met for dinner and I kindly told her it wasn't going to work. Obviously she took this the wrong way.

Days later the woman called and left a very nasty voice message. Mind you I sort of deserved it, but still she had no right to do this. I called her back, and said not to call. Well she didn't answer. Day after day she would call, apologizing about how she'd overreacted. This went on for two weeks (her calling every day) and finally I had to put a block on my phone number. Lesson learned.

There are other criteria, which make up personal information such as a home address. I have never done this. But have heard from others who did. And let me tell you, they had stories. One fellow (who shall remain nameless) told me this woman showed up on his doorstep. "She was absolutely crazy."

Rule number two: Always meet in a public place.

Time and time again we've heard of online meetings gone wrong. Where the man or woman have met their date at home, and ended up either hurt or dead. Therefore you should meet someone in a crowded place such as a mall. Why do you ask? A mall is neutral, and for the most part safe. Suppose the person you meet isn't what you've expected? If you're in a mall then you can either go to mall security or find a store and wait. It may seem a bit silly, but at least you're safe.