this morning i found out that yesterday one of my friends passed away from cystic fibrosis. He had a lung transplant a year ago and was doing great, but things recently spiraled downhill.

I just wanted to post this to initiate some awareness for cystic fibrosis. Also to let everyone out there acknowledge those who have touched their hearts with this disease, or even let those out there who may have this disease be honored.


r.i.p. alex. you will be missed SO much.

AMEN to that!

Men for the most part are automatically "attracted" by SIGHT. Thats just how we are made..period. Not saying we do not care about someone based on looks, or to say that we "judge" someone on thier looks would be also totally wrong.

Even most women are FIRST attracted by sight as well. Women are much easier swayed to personality, character, heart and those overcome the "looks" factor.

But even women have looks factors into it. Men I already know the real answer to, so I will ask the women a simple question..and be honest with yourself.

You find a man with all the qualities you want...caring, faithful, great humor, intelligent, romantic, etc...and you find TWO with the EXACT same traits...now one is me and one is Brad Pitt..who would you choose?

SEE! I'm finished!

You are going to find plenty of single men on here, rdglady. Hey, I'm only 200 miles from you.

Seriously, though, don't be afraid to show your face. I've seen some profiles with pictures that were blurring, pixelated, glam shots, etc and some with no pictures. Why be scared of that? Some will find you attractive, some won't. No biggie. Some of these dating sites have an option to rate your pic. Just turn that option off. That's what I did.

Greetings fellow northern Californian

Based on the one pic of your face, you could easily go late 20's early 30's if you wanted. You aged very well. One suggestion, show your eyes in your pic. Guys (as well as women) love eyes.

When I was 25 I started dating a 41 year old. Another guy on here mentioned the woman's kid not liking it. That is very true. Seeing as you have no children, this shouldn't be a problem with you.

It really depends on what you are attracted to. Do you find younger guys turn you on or do you prefer someone your own age or older? My ex g/f felt more alive dating a younger man. Perhaps you feel the same way.

You are definitely attractive but what else do you have? Good sense of humor, intelligence, act together, etc.?

Find out what you want rather than what others want. Don't ever try and change yourself just to attract others. Polish that diamond that you are and shine, baby, shine!

truth hurts sometimes...mad at me?...your choice...but at least you posted a picture....& not sucking up...just telling you my honest opinion....

ah, I see you added a picture...now people will have a better idea of who they are meeting....Happy Birthday to you...I'm Sure now you'll get more responses....and not just from the over 60 crowd...

And LLH...looks do matter as i've already explained...& as you expressed in your email to me...true?

Redding Lady,

I peeked

Your ability is not a question. The guy of your choice is just unknown yet.

I can't offer an opinion about an specific age group, but think and feel that recognizing favorite values, moral judgements and lifestyles would provide a great backdrop to a search for a long term relationship.

Then there's that chemical click thingee that blows everything else outa the water.

Have fun exploring the possibilities!!

You look great girl!! Date anyone you want!

I almost forgot
happy birthday!!

youre gorgeous girl!
welcome to the game
oops sorry i commented

good suggestion klc...feel the same

rdg...don't take my over 60 comment personally...i bet you are a nice person & with a picture you will get more responses....

I have found even the ugliest people can make themselves look better....we all have our ugly days....so just be who you are, its probably gonna be fine....

Hi all, just joined today and I have been enjoying the chat rooms. Looks like a great site to hopefully meet Mr. right or at least some new friends.

No picture right now, but I will try to get one - sorry.

to generalise, men are really visual.

so this is true about the pic problem.

its not about pretty, its about visualising who they are talkin to. ok its prolly a little about pretty.

not to say that women dont need a pic too, its just not as important to as many of them.

based on your picture I would say you should look at the 60+ crowd

I don't know if its a me thing or what?
But it seems like the women I have met who are older than me.
Have less energy than me and less sex drive?

And SOME women I've met who are 40, LOOK 55 ??
Women who have tanned alot when younger, NOW im sure regret that
Because the sun will make the aging process more dramatic.



I think I could still find an older lady my cup of life.
IF SHE was of my energy, and all the rest of GREAT...lol

I am really liking older women for their maturity. When there about 80 and 90 I find they are a lot more laid back and easier to talk to.

I could care less that I'm over 50 .. I've dated younger guys exclusively for almost 4 years and I think it's great