I'm wondering how many members out there in the Chandler/ Gilbert Area would be interested in getting together for a chance to meet new people. This is obviously for singles only. I was thinking about finding a place to set up with food, music. This gives everyone a chance to meet people in person in a safe, friendly setting outside of the bar. How about make this semi-formal in dress as well? Also, this would be something you register for ( no, not pay money just register ) The reason for registration is that it would be dumb not to have a fairly equal number of men and women. Guys, do you want to go to something and find out that there is 50 guys to 3 women? Lady's Would you want to go it the reverse was true? Anyway, just throw some thoughts down here and let's see what kind of interest we can generate.

Chad

Hi Chad Im in Nebraska, but was born in Chandler and lived there the 1st 11 years of my life, its a beautiful city!!

oh, when I say "registration" I mean simply using your online profiles. I don't want anyone to think that I'm looking to steal identity or anything negative like that.

I miss the monsoon season sooo much! There's something magical about thunder and lightening storms in the desert!

I've set up a few gatherings here in SF. I would just keep it simple...a happy hour at a casual restaurant, just a place that's informal with snacks and drinks. That way people don't feel obligated to stick around if they aren't connecting.

Good luck. Sounds like fun!

Hi Chad,

Welcome to jsh, I have to say the Az people are a little stingy about public posting for some reason!
I'm clear up here in Prescott, so it doesn't look too good for a quick get together for me

Well, I'm thinking maybe calling a local Chili's and setting something up with them in their bar. The one on Gilbert Road and Pecos is the one I have in mind ( thanks for the idea BayAreaGal ). It's right off the loop 202 across from the Chandler Airport. Once there is enough interest I'll set it up, we'll get them to reserve some tables for us and there we go. Again, regardless of what other people are wearing, let's go semi-formal, business casual. We want nice people, no drug dealers, criminals, psychopaths and crazy stalking types. Just meet and have a good time. We all know what a pain in the rear dating can be, I hope this will put some fun back in it without the worries.

Hotandspicy, yea, it could be a little drive for spending a few hours at a Chili's but it could also be a lot of fun just meeting new people. Tell you what, I'll buy the appetizers for everyone.

Chad

Sounds great! Too bad I am not from that area...

Welcome to JSH!

See what did I tell you? six hours later, not a single post by anyone else in AZ!!



Chad,
I think you a a sweety, don't let the lack of response get to you, and if you arrange something let me know...Stranger things have happened, I might make it ....hehe

You may be right but I did get a few private messages about people interested. I do understand how difficult dating can be. We've all had our less than pleasant dating experiences. I was thinking that this would be a good way to get past all the e-mails and long phone conversations. Spending a lot of time on those gives you one impression of a person, then you finally meet and it turns out they were nothing like what you expected. As BayAreaGal pointed out, if people are not enjoying themselves they can simply leave. At the very least, some new friends will be made and that has to be a good thing.

Chad

I strongly agree with that!

It's good that you at least got some private responses! It's the weirdest thing with the AZ. people not posting....

And I supose you are right about having an impression of a person and it not panning out...but I think it is also true if you know them face to face, because they are always putting their best foot forward in order to impress and lure the other individual...

Well....since we are on the philosophical part of dating. I have to see someone when they are at their worst before I can really make a decision ( and a big decision that is ) to go the distance with them ( and never mind all of the other variables mixed in with that ). You are right, we will all have our best foot forward on a first date. This was so much easier in high school when all you needed was a cool car.

Chad

Chad: This was so much easier in high school when all you needed was a cool car."

Hmmm...My requirements in high school didn't include "a cool car". It included a car. Period. Well, that and designer jeans and clear skin!

How's the planning coming along?

Wah!! Wah! Wah!! (rubs eyes) Im never close enought for this get-togethers!)
Oh well (shrugs shoulders and goes back to picking pineapples)

BayAreaGal ( since you are not giving up your first name ) Car, clear skin and designer jeans? What are the requirements today? Hmmm...Now you have to be difficult and want the guy to have little things like financial security, owns home, car, clear skin and designer jeans? Just yoking with ya.

Chad

He doesn't have to have financial security. He just has to have a steady income to support my diamond and fur coat habit!

I have a helicopter to feed....maybe a number 1 at McDonalds, it's about all I can afford after buying fuel for it. I'll ask the manager to dim the lights and I'll bring a candle with me. Don't supersize it though because I can't afford that.

Chad

HotandSpicy,

I've gotten e-mails but no one has come out and said," Chad, give me a date and I'll see if I can make it". One can only guess as to why. Could be my cologne, who knows.....

Chad

It's doubtful it's the cologne hehe!

More than likely they are too stuck up for McD's!!

Number 1 no pickles and no salt on the fries please! hehe!

Oh you forgot, must not be an ex-con and must be able to converse on subjects that don't include sex hehe!

Yea, I forgot about the qualifications. Maybe when I said semi-formal/ business casual that cut out 90% of the people. No ex-cons either, that's gonna knock off a few more percentage points as well. I'll have to agree on that one. Maybe I'm setting the qualifications too high? Here's another one for you...No drug users either. Looks like I'll be sitting at the table by myself (haha).

Chad

Gee, and I thought it was bad up here with all the rednecks!!
I would think those metro people could manage some dress slacks and a nice shirt....maybe they think they need to wear dresses and heels and ties, so if that is the case you need to be more specific about the dress code as in...come as you are ..hehehe!
Maybe offer a free beer to the first person that shows up that knows the secret meeting password....or I know, offer to take the first female that shows up out to dinner the next day! hehehe! I'm just thinking maybe they need some motivation

If this doesn't work, I will keep a seat warm at our local brewing company and you can drive up here