MoMo is no stranger to online dating. She’s been on/off the circuit since she was 17, when online dating was new and taboo. Below is a message exchange between her and a guy she met back in the day. The two periodically catch up with one another. Of course, they’re facebook friends. MoMo shared a […]
The Trolls of Craigslist
Have you ever wondered who replies to craigslist personals? Apparently, a lot of people do. I posted an ad under the women seeking men section on Friday night around 10:15 p.m. for entertainment purposes. (I’ve posted on there in the past, so I was prepared for the influx of messages I was about to […]
Online dating message exchange and date dissection (8/11/11)
Princess MoMo: Wow, I can’t believe your profile is longer than mine!!! You should refine your grammar quiz though. Check out my version for ideas. [I reprinted the text of his profile at the end of this post.] Specimen: thanks…. I think. I can be a bit pedantic at times :-) I got a laugh […]
Online Dating: Saltyballs
Saltyballs Specimen: Lol You are ridiculous! We are going to get arrested!!! We have to be friends… I am crazy. What are your thoughts? -me Princess MoMo: Why do you think I'm ridiculous? Saltyballs Specimen: Haha! Your profile just tells me how crazy u are!! Ur sarcasm! My sarcasm gets me in trouble… […]
Online Dating: MoMo and Match
I recently joined Match.com on a week trial basis. I decided that I wouldn’t put up my usual sarcasm laden profile. So I started out with my bit about “Me, Inc.” However, less than 24 hours later, I had to add some MoMo-ism in the mix. Below is the content of my temporary Match profile […]
Online Dating Fails: ADAMesque Messages
In the piece of writing that inspired the creation of this blog, I categorized men into four groups: JIM, SAL, ADAM and DICK. There are a lot of ADAMs trolling around dating sites. Below are some examples of ADAMesque messages. I never reply to this type of lame message from lackluster beings. […]
Online Dating Fails: Spanish Elephants
Specimen: Hola! :-) Hi there! I don’t know why I typed “hola” since I’m not Spanish at all, but oh well. So how has this site been for you so far? Hopefully no horror stories! I guess I should probably write something more witty, catchy, or funny, but here’s some random stuff about me… I […]
Online Dating Fails: Lewdser
Call me an idealistic prude, but I simply cannot imagine the opening message/approach reprinted below being met with success. Specimen: i will suck your titties. lets hook up this weekend? Princess MoMo: You will do no such thing. Specimen: are you sure baby? i know your smooth titties are craving for some fun. Princess MoMo: […]
Date Dissection: Gay Edition (Guest Submission)
Yesterday, during my regularly scheduled facebook perusal, I stumbled upon a status message about an unenjoyable ongoing date. The status message poster was looking for a way to dump his date. Being the humanitarian that I am, I offered a suggestion. See below. Status Message: Douchebag date: wow, you're one sexy soy sauce surprise! I […]
Online Dating Fails: Generic, Cheesy, Grammatically Flawed Crap
Specimen: I loved reading your profile, it really caught my eye. I am a hopeless romantic, that believes if your lucky enough to find the right person you always try to keep them swept off there feet. I love to write poetry, short stories, and aspire to write a novel. I am not a […]
Online Dating: DOMINATION
Specimen: Dominant specimen I see. What are your thoughts on power exchange? Any luck with this site? Princess MoMo: Thanks for visiting my blog :) Please elaborate on this power exchange you mentioned. Specimen: Have you ever dominated a male before? Princess MoMo: I'm not answering that in writing. For all […]
Online Dating Fails: New Series – Name that HATER!
I recently released a post in which I theorized the motivations of various categories of male online dating HATERs. I thought it would be fun if we all play a game called, "Name that HATER." Below is a message from a male specimen. See if you can identify which type of HATER he is. (Don't […]
Online Dating Fails: Mirror, mirror on the wall…who’s the least perceptive of them all?
Preface: What is one to do when blatant honesty doesn't work? In his defense, persistence is often the difference between success and failure. Not in this case though. 7/19/2011 12:10:39 AM Specimen: Hey there, how are you doing?? You seem cool and we should chat :) I am a good guy so you should reply […]
Online Dating Fails: Will you marry me?
Specimen: Would you like to get married, have kids and start a family with me?? Princess MoMo: No, thank you. Specimen: Why? Am I that ugly? Princess MoMo: I know this may come as a shock, but there’s more to relationships than looks. Specimen: I am shocked…most of the women on here judge men […]
Online Dating Fails: Guest Submission
For better or for worse, Princess MoMo is not the only female who receives less than stellar messages from online dating specimens. Below is an exchange that comes to you courtesy of a friend of Princess MoMo. Jul 28, 2011 – 3:42pm Specimen: Hi there. I think you're cure. Not sure about those button […]