In a city of 581,530 people there are truly a lot of fish in the sea. So how do you sift through all of them to find the one that’s right for you? 1st things first you must determine what type of “fish” you are searching for. Write it down. Keep it with you and constantly read over it to make sure you know exactly what you want. Compare people you already know to your list of standards and see if anyone measures up. Often times the perfect mate has been right before your very eyes but you never even noticed them because you never truly committed to what you wanted.
1. College – if you haven’t yet met the man of your dreams and have already graduated from College consider taking some night classes. Strayer University located on Laurel St. in NW Washington, DC offers Undergrad and Masters Degree programs for working adults. You can meet a potential mate and even further your education while you’re at it.
2. Church – If you are looking for someone of a certain faith, a Church in your respective denomination is another great place to meet Mr. Right. Organized religions often provide a plethora of activities for singles. Be sure to ask if your Church is hosting any upcoming trips or social groups for singles. The CAC of Washington, DC is a Catholic organization dedicated to bringing professional singles together. Their link is:
http://www.dcsinglecatholicpro.org/
3. Friends & Family – You’d be surprised to know how many married couples met their spouse through a friend or relative. I’ve introduced 2 different girlfriends and even my Sister to their current Husbands. Ask your family members, friends, and/or acquaintances if they know someone and let them set you up.
4. Work – If you don’t already have a job you need to get one. You can often meet a potential mate at work and for an added bonus, finally have the cash to pay off your Macys card. Consider yourself lucky to live in the Nation’s Capitol during one of the worst recessions in history. There are endless Government jobs, Restaurants, Museums, and Private Companies to work for. Register today with AA temps located at :
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Online – Times have changed and online dating is becoming increasingly less controversial. In fact 1 in 8 marriages are a result of online dating. I personally have used e-harmony.com and match.com. I preferred e-harmony because it matched me with people better suited to my needs. I met some really incredible men in the process. I’m still friends with several of them to this day. I’m a big fan of online dating. It saves both parties money and time and is much better for your health and well being. The hours you spend drinking at bars and clubs in the hopes of meeting someone special can be better spent in the comfort of your own home really getting to know someone without having to shout at them over the house band. Not only that, but you can weed out the unlikely’s without having to dodge them with frequent runs to the bathroom and fake phone numbers.
6. Pets – If you have pet, chances are you will want to be with someone who shares your interest in animals. Look for groups revolving around your beloved companions. PETCO; located on Connecticut Ave. in Washington, DC, hosts many pet themed events. There are several dog walking communities, pet shows, and social groups in the area. Here is a link to some of the events held in DC:
http://www.dogfriendly.com/server/general/events/eventpast/eventpastDC.shtml
If you don’t have a pet you may want to get one. Not only could they lead you to Mr. Right, but they will keep you company in the meantime J
7. Hobby – Now is the time to acquire that skill you always wanted to learn. Take a cooking class, Salsa or Guitar lesson, go sky diving, join a writer’s group, audition to be the lead singer of a cover band. Think about something that you’ve always wanted to do but could never find the time and/or courage to do it. True soul mates have shared interests; so what better way to find yours than by participating in something you both enjoy? And besides, you just might have fun.
8. Single’s groups – There are 2 major singles groups based out of the Washington DC Metropolitan area. They provide a multitude of activities for professional singles to meet and in some cases even make a difference in the process. Here are links to both of them:
http://www.singlevolunteers.org/
9. Kids – if you have children, some of the best places to meet a match are at school functions or activities for your children. There are many divorcees in need of some TLC and your common interest in children could be the magical uniting force. Not to mention the fact that you will be spending quality time with your prized possessions.
10. Routine – It is imperative that you fix yourself up to the best of your ability because you never know when Mr. Right will reveal himself. Stick to a routine. Go to the same coffee shop, same time and day of the week, or grocery store same time and day etc. This way if he happens to see you but doesn’t have the courage to approach you at first glance he will be able to find you again. I’ve met lots of people who met their mate on the bus (having ridden the same route to and from work every day, or at the grocery store, having seen each other every week by so called“chance.”)
I go into greater detail about this subject in my audio book “Tiffany Epiphany, The Modern Woman’s Guide to Marriage.” Download it into your iPod here:
