Showing posts with label matchmaking. Show all posts
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Saturday, August 11, 2012

Yes I Am Too Old To Date - Mature Matchmaking

Yes I Am Too Old To Date – Mature Matchmaking.


Too Old To Date - Mature Matchmaking
 Yes I am too old to date. No mature matchmaking for me. Mature adults have valid personal reasons why not to date. There are two sides to every coin. Let us look at reasons not to date and examine reasons to consider Mature Matchmaking.


1. Reason not to Date - I am over weight. Mature Single Woman: As a young woman in my twenties and thirties was average size 6 to 8. Now I am a size I do not want to discuss. Mature Man: As a young man I was a jock. Now I have a pot belly. Both overweight men and woman do not want to diet or exercise and do not feel attractive enough to attract a mate.

 

Flexibility: We are in a youth oriented society. There seems to be more emphasize or physical appearance than character content. There are seasons in personal physical development mature single are not going to have the same bodies they had in their twenties or thirties. Yes you maybe overweight with love handles but realistic seniors are not looking for a prom queens or football quarterbacks. They are looking to shared companionship and common values.

2. Reason not to Date – I have wrinkles. Cosmetic anti-wrinkle creams and cosmetic surgery are million if not billion dollar a year industries. Since ancient times man has looked for the fountain of youth. Regardless of anti-aging creams or surgery those wrinkles come back.

Flexibility: You may have a few wrinkles. Wrinkles are a normal part of aging. With aging there is a process of accepting yourself in the different aging stages. Do not harp on a perfect wrinkle free face but accept and become comfortable with your now self. I am not encouraging letting yourself go. Man and women pamper yourself. As a woman I love my creams and lotions. Do not stick your head in the sand. Wear your wrinkles as badges of enhanced character and beauty.

3. Reasons not to Date – Death of spouse that was the love of your life. Had a wonderful relationship now you are alone. There is no one that can replace that special person.

Flexibility – That is a tough one. At your own pace you will decide if dating again is for you.

4. Reason not to Date – I am divorced my teenage and adult children do not want me to date. We are all experiencing the upheavals of divorce. My kids have their lives ahead of them but I am not getting any younger.

Flexibility - You may have devoted your life to your ex-husband and children. Depending on your children’s age you still are legally and emotionally responsible you’re for children’s well beings. If they are in their late teens they may not be with you too much longer. If grown living on their own they are living their lives. What about you? You are healthy and active. It is not selfish to consider dating at any age. Considering dating discuss it with your children. On your initial date introduce date to your family. They may have valid input about your date or manipulative options. The final decision is with the parent.

5. Reason not to Date – I have given up on meeting someone. Senior matchmaking not for me. I hardly go anywhere and most of my friends are married. I do not go to social events with my married friends because I do not want to be the third wheel.

Flexibility: May want to get out and start doing things of interest. Suggestion: Enroll in art classes, history classes, music classes or varied classes at community college. Group activities, book clubs, religious organizations, wine tasting classes or join a gym. Local parks and golf sites offer training classes in tennis, swimming and golf. Mature single have a wealth of knowledge and experience. Consider volunteer work locally, nationally or internationally. Productive ways to get out of the house and interact with people with the same interest. Senior dating online service specializing in mature matchmaking.

6. Reason not to Date  - Romance and Love is Dead

Flexibility: Romance and Love is Never Dead regardless of age.

In an ideal world a Boomer's would meet their soul mate, marry and live together forever. This may not be the reality. The divorce rate in USA is 50%. As a senior, you maybe a divorcee, widow, widower and never met the right partner. For whatever reasons today you are a single senior. Ask most seniors if they would like to date and the answer would be YES. Ask them why they are not dating and the answer would be I am too old to date. There are a multitude of reasons. The reasons may just be “sour grape”. Fear of being disappointed or rejected. You may have gained a few extra pounds. As a senior, who has not gained weight?  Woman in your twenties you may have been a size six and now you’re a size twelve on a good day. Today’s senior are looking pretty darn good wrinkles and all. Wrinkle and weight are exterior features a soul mate is searching for the character, companionship, shared values and ideas in a partner.

Seniors are a large demographic in society. Seniors are healthier, live longer and are highly intelligent. Date search locally, nationally and internationally. Senior Online Dating is for seniors 50 years or older. From 2006 to 2007 Senior Online Dating increase 140%. Maybe a divorcee, widow or widower. Kids maybe grown lives of their own.

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Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Dating, Romance, Love Changing Times - Senior Matchmaking

Dating, Romance and Love - Senior Matchmaking
-Times Are Changing-

Gone With the Wind - Dating, Romance and Love

Seniors what is Dating, Romance and Love? Expectations have changed since Caveman and Medieval times. Caveman clubbed a woman over the head dragging her into his cave. It was at the Caveman’s discretion if she remained his permanent mate. In the Medieval times women were a man’s property. It was a young woman’s goal to marry well. Marrying well does not only pertain to financial security for her and future children. It included having a consider spouse. A woman’s destiny depended on marriage. In medieval and modern Europe emphasize was not geared toward a woman’s education but preparing her for marriage. I feel this concept extended to American and lasted until the mid twentieth century. Chivalry and romance beginning in medieval times has been modified over time. Contemporary romance and love has been greatly influence my movies and novels. I think I have seen “Gone with the Wind” twenty or more times. If there was ever a “Knight in Shining Armor” it was Clarke Gable. Movies like “Gone with the Wind” can influence a young girl’s impression of romance, love and ambition. “It Is a Wonderful Life” depicted what romance, love and marriage were supposed to be. The world has changed. The divorce rate in America is approximately 50%. Seniors have active long lives. For what ever reasons: divorce, widowed or never been marriage seniors are active in the dating scene. Senior Dating Online has a surge in membership. Dating online find a large pool of eligible members with the same values, goal, history, religion and moral values. May not meet Clarke Gable or Vivian Leigh type but a compatible mate.

Romance and Love Through Time

Caveman
In prehistoric times the leader of the pack was the alpha male. He was the strongest, loudest and leader of the pack. The caveman’s method of romance was clubbing the woman and dragging her to his cave. In the cave the alpha-cave man would do what ever he wished with the cave woman. There are no records dating, romance or love. This kind of behavior was common and expected. More than 10,000 years ago women and men did not have the advantages or expectations they have today. Caveman and women tended to monogamous. The reason for monogamy was survival. Monogamy strengthens social structure. Prehistoric men and women had to hunt for their food. They have no permanent homes. They consistently were looking for food and shelter. Mating in prehistoric times provided security for the woman and children. A family working together increased family productivity.

Medieval Times
In Medieval times romance was not what we see in the movie with Russell Crowe or Errol Flynn. Elite classes viewed love and marriage as business transactions. Wives brought dowries and some instances the alliance of two countries. Women were usually viewed as the male’s property. A woman whole future depended on her marriage. Moralist in the 11th and 12th century considered passion as sinful. Medieval romance idealized the noble knight and his noble deeds. Romance idealized High Adventure which was usually knights and nobles participating in religious crusades and wars.

Romance in Early Modern Europe
From the 15th century to 18th century was the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Events from 15th to 18th century invention of printing press, Christopher Columbus, beginning of Protestant Reform, discovery of the Americas, European colonization of the Americas, American Revolution and French Revolution. Elizabeth I reign (1558-1603) height English literature and poetry. During Elizabethan Era William Shakespeare composed plays and poetry. Plays were performs at court. There were three themes for Shakespearean writings comedy, romance and history. Age of Reason or Age of Enlightenment in European philosophy. Romance differed by class. Marriages in the villages had to be strongly approved by both parents. Villagers could marry for love but had other motivations. The male was seeking a hard working mate and someone that could bear children. Woman were seeking security. In noble quarters marriages were arranged to enhance fortunes. The Church had a very strong influence and virginity was seen as the highest mortal award for any single woman. Regardless, of class in modern Europe women sought marriage and security.

Romance Today
America is considered a young country. America is a melting pot of ethnicity's, cultures and traditions worldwide. The leading country in the world. The 19th amendment was passed in 1920 giving women the right to vote. 1928 was the beginning of the Great Depression. During WWII women were allowed in the work force. Men were away fighting in the war. Franklin D. Roosevelt introduces Social Security and the Veterans Bill. In the 1950’s in American economy was booming. In 1960s the birth control pill was approved for contraception. All of these world events have changed the roles of men and women in the society. Women have the freedom of a career, being a wife and mother. It is now acceptable that women are the bread winner’s husbands as stay at home dads raising the children. Be what about romance. Novels, plays and movies have influenced the concept of what romance should be. In the past mates met through family members, in school, socially or at the work place. Date seeking is still social (in bars, parties, churches, through family and friends). There is a new twist. In this age of computers online dating is an acceptable practice. One in Five couples is finding mates online. Senior online dating is tailored exclusively for senior dating. Ages vary but generally average age is 50 years and older. Senior Matchmaking based on compatibility taking dating, romance and loves into the 21st century.



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Monday, July 30, 2012

Dating Customs Worldwide - Senior Matchmaking


Worldwide Dating and Marriage
 Dating Customs Worldwide -
Senior Matchmaking

Seniors ever wonder about dating and marriage customs worldwide? This article will be a eye opener. Matchmaking is not the same in America, Europe, China, Iran or India. There is a surge in Senior Online dating in America but other corners of the world Senior dating online or off is unheard of. Brief overview of dating customs worldwide.   In the United States there are co-ed schools. Kids meet in school, dances, church or neighborhoods. In USA teenagers date. There are not laws against dating in America. The male will ask for a date. In long-term or marriage the couple wants their family to accept their partner but parents do not arrange their children’s marriages. Each country has its own dating customs and traditions. In Europe teens usually date in groups and have co-ed slumber parties. In Holland there are no rules. In China and Korea teenagers do not date in high school. Teens focus on academics. Chinese and Koreans youths date in college. In Iran dating is against the law. Arranged marriages account for 75% of marriages in India. Dating customs and traditions are dictated by country, ethnicity, religion and culture. Online Dating via the Internet is opening dating traditions and customs. Online dating is a growing trend in the United States, Europe, China and Australia.


Look at Dating Customs Worldwide:

Afghanistan – Girls and boys both have strict curfews. Curfew time for girls is 7:00 pm and for guys 11:00 pm. Education is strictly based on gender. There are girl school and separate boy schools. No co-ed education in Afghanistan. Dating is rare in Afghanistan. Marriages are arranged by the bride and groom’s parents. There is no online dating.

Asian Countries – Varies by ethnicity, culture and country. In some countries dating is encouraged and other countries dating is forbidden. Countries where dating is forbidden marriage in arranged by the parents. Not unusual for young married couple to live with parents in early stages of their marriage.

Australia – Before 18 years or 19 years of age teen go out in groups. It customary for girls to ask boy out for dates and girl will pay for dates. After the late teens boys and girls will pair off. There are approximately 1.5 million dating online in Australia. Projects are that there will be an increase of 2 million by 2010. Increasing users are 50 years and older using online dating services.

Brazil – Group dating is not common. Prospective brides and grooms tend to date for longer periods before marriage

Central and South America – Teenagers not allowed to date until they are 15 years old. Date in large groups. Social events are dances and local social clubs.

 
China – Similar to Japan and Korea dating does not begin until twenties. Not a country for serial dating. Dating begins in couples twenties not in teen years. Marriage generally followers after dating one or two people. Serial dating is not common. There are instances of arranged marriages. As in ancient times the marriage arrangement is made by the bride and groom's parebts,  There is a stigma in Chinese society for broken marriages. June 2010 China’s soldiers were not allowed to use dating online services. Online daters in China are expected to raise 140% by 2010.

 
Europe - Groups dating is common. Teens usually date in groups. Slumber parties are common in Switzerland and Italy. These slumber parties are attended by both boys and girls both sleeping overnight.



 India – In their twenties many children still live with their parents. 75% of marriages are arranged by the parents. This is a custom similar to Iran. India’s divorce rate is approximate 1.1%.

Iran – Dating is against the law in Iran. After the 1979 Islamic Revolution dating was banned. Extramarital relationships can result in severe punishment. Teen boys and girls are separated until marrying age. As in Afghanistan girls and boys attend separate schools. There are no
co-ed education. Courtship follows after the parents or family member introduce couples. Arranged marriages are not uncommon in Iran. Extra marital affairs are not encouraged in Iran. Adultery can have hassle effect for women socially. The divorce rate in Iran is approximately 2%.

Japan and Korea - Teenage years are spent in academic studies. Dating begins in college. Usually the young adult male is the aggressor. He will ask for dates. The male pays for the date.
No "Dutch dating" in Japan or Korea.

Spain - Teens join club or group of friends called, Padilla. Padilla, interest clubs groups participate with same interests, like cycling, tennis, golf, skating, swimming or soccer. There is no stigma; boys or girls can ask each other out. No stigma about “Dutch dating” both can split the cost of the date.

 
Russia - Similar to dating in America. Teens meet at dances or clubs. Where teens may meet in shopping malls in America in small Russian town teens may meet on downtown streets or gathered around fountains. In Kiev, women will hold a man’s arm on a date. Women in Kiev feel it is not feminine for women to shake hands.

United Kingdom – 27% increase online dating site visits. 20% met their spouses online between 19 and 25 years old. 55 years old and older are the most active online daters.


United States – 2010 traffic to dating sites rose 13%. 2010 US 40 million used online dating sites and or social media to met new dates. Senior Online Dating accounts for a large percent of members in professional services. Approximately 50% of Americans know someone that has met a date online. One in five marriages spouses found their mate online.

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Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Senior Dating Websites - Meet Senior Singles

Senior Dating Websites
History of Matchmaking how it has changed over the Centuries.


Senior Online Dating Sites

Senior Friend Finders Overviews Meet Senior Singles Online: Life is a series of transitions. People are living longer and healthy lives. Senior are in their prime. Ideally, we would meet our soul mate and live together forever. This is not the reality for everyone. As a mature adult you maybe a widow or widower, a divorcee or still looking for that perfect mate. Now you are single. Seniors find it hard to return to today's dating world.  You may have met your previous mate in high school, college, through a friend or on a previous job. Your identity may have been mashed with your previous mate. You may have older children at home, in college or living on their own but you have no personal dating relationships.  Empty Nest Syndrome Seniors - Boomers. When children leave home it can be leave an empty space in parent's life. After all, parents have devoted their life to their children and now they are gone off to build their own life. This a a time when seniors have to regroup and realize that now they can focus on their own life. Think of it as a rebirth. Take the time and make a list of enjoyable things you never had time to do and now can have the time. Senior may want to go back to school or take that special art class you did not take 20 years ago. Seniors have so many valuable life experiences you may want to participate in your favorite charitable organization. Participate in social activities. Senior may want to remodel their home or downsize living quarters. A new trend is organic gardening. It does not matter if the garden is in the backyard, patio or small balcony. Little things mean a lot you may want to put a bird feeder outside and enjoy these little creatures.

When the time is right consider Online Senior Dating. Find a mate with shared history, for companions, expand social circles, activity partners, casual dates, serious dates, a like-minded date, love and or marriage.  Frankly, twenty or more years ago there were no online dating services. Traditional meeting and dating may not satisfy your quest in finding that special someone. Expand your search go online. Online dating may be intimidating at first but online dating opens up a new dating world of matchmaking opportunities. With the invention and popularity of the Internet dating has transitioned. Between 2006 and 2007 there was a 140% surge in Senor Dating Online for ages 50 year and older.  

OverviewsTop 4 Senior Online Dating Services - Senior People Meet:  EHarmony.Com, PerfectMatch.Com,  Matchmaker.Com, and Sparkle. Net.  Senior Online Dating Services with proven successes dedicated to Senior Dating Members.


eHarmony.Com

  • Single Seniors with shared common interest, goals and backgrounds.
  • Membership pool mix of ethnically, racially and religious diverse groups.
  • Member reside in all 50 USA states and more than 200 countries.
  • Free Dating Advice
  • Relationship Questionnaire and FREE Personality Profile
  • FREE review of senior matches.
  • Individual communication plans
  • Senior Online Dating Groups Available
  • Approximate 5% of U.S married couples met on eHarmony. *2009 U.S. survey conducted for eHarmony by Harris Interactive®
  • Dating Categories: Single Dating -  Asian Dating - Black Dating - Christian Dating - Senior Dating - Jewish Dating - Gay and Lesbian Dating - Hispanic Dating - Local Dating

PerfectMatch.Com

  • Meet 1,000,000 Senior Members
  • 50 Years Old and Older
  • Dedicated to Serious Dating
  • Search for Local, National or Global senior singles
  • Duet Compatibility System uncovers successful compatibilities between members. Including but not limited to hobbies and interests but in-depth personality profiles.
  • 30 years of professional Personality-Based matching with proven success rate for Senior Dating.
  • Dating Categories: Single Dating - Single Parent Dating - Senior Dating - Executive Dating - Christian Dating - Catholic Dating - Jewish Dating - Dog Lover Dating - Pet Lover Dating - Green Singles - Military Dating - Black Dating - Cowboy Dating - And More
  • Email notification of potential matches and friendly organizational tools to keep tract of potential matches.
Matchmaker.Com

  • 2,500,000 Members
  • Founded in 1986
  • 50 Year Old and Older
  • For Serious Minded Singles
  • Individual guidance in cresting a personal profile
  • Local, National and International Online Dating
  • Languages: English, German, Spanish, and Portuguese
  • Categories: Single Dating - Single Parent Dating - Senior Dating - Latin Dating - Hispanic Dating -Christian Dating - Catholic Dating - Jewish Dating - Global Dating - Canadian Dating - Asian Dating   Black Dating - And More
  • Easy Step-By-Step Guidance
  • World's fast growing dating site
Spark.Network

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  • Thousands of Senior Dater Members
  • Founder 1997
  • Local, National and International Dating
  • Mature Men and Mature Women Dating Site
  • Age 50 years old and older
  • Meaningful Relationships
  • Safe, Clean and Fun Environment
  • Senior Men and Senior Women Communicate in Real Time
  • Categories: Single Dating - Single Parent Dating - Senior Dating - Christian Dating - Catholic Dating -Jewish Dating - Interracial Dating - Black Dating - Big Beautiful Women Dating -UK Dating - Italian Dating and More
Matchmaking
Fiddler on the Roof
Lyrics Matchmaker

Matchmaker, Matchmaker,
Make me a match,
Find me a find,
Catch me a catch,
Night after night in the dark I'm alone
So find me match,
Of my own

Matchmaking is as old as time. Matchmaking, dating, romance and love are in every cultures novels, poems and plays. Senior maybe intimidated by the Internet and dating online. Thirty years ago Internet dating was not even a consideration. Specialized broad online dating services are now available. You can now find a mate anywhere in the world. Search by categories: age, race, religion, region, professional, sport fans, sexual preference, rural, pet lovers and etc. The computer has opened up new and limitless vistas for dating. The key to modern online matchmaking is to find mates that are compatible. Old Matchmaker was impersonal whereas online dating you receive personal attention but are allowed anonymity. Candidates are able to choice their own mate based on their dreams, ideals and values.

Matchmaking is centuries old going back to the Hindu astrologer, Ashkenazi Jewish Shadchan. Matchmaking is a profession. Matchmakers were call upon to find right marriage candidates claiming stars sanctified the marriage matches. Some matchmakers used Tarot cards. Good candidate were able to support their prospect in the same economic manner as the prospects parents. Both parents had to approve marriages. In rural areas, Matchmakers acted as formal chaperons for arranged dating mates. They were chaperons at festivals, neighborhood dances, picnics and etc.. In Medieval Catholic society priest played a key role in matchmaking. Royal weddings were arranged for increased power, lands and wealth. It was imperative that a royal bride producted a male heir. Rabbis were matchmakers in traditional Jewish communities. In South Asia matchmakers were used to set up arranged marriages.They were called, Archer and generally a friend of the family. They were employed by the parents of the son and the desired mate would be sturdy and hardworking. High risk wives would be pretty and popular and were not often considered by Matchmakers. The matchmaker only received a small gift after a successful wedding. Immigrants brought the first Matchmakers to America. Hasidim Jews wanted there children to marry within their culture and religion. Matchmakers ensured the the married couple had certain national, ethnic and religious backgrounds.

Senior Friend Finders Overviews top 4 Senior Online Dating Services.  Each Dating Service offers: Single Search, Personal Profiles, Single Dating Chat Rooms, Message Boards, Photo Galleries, Private Mail Boxes, Professional Dating Tips, and Online Dating Safety Tips.

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