Men as Matchmakers

I'm trying a little dating experiment to see if men can do a better job at fixing women up than women can. I emailed all of the men I know and asked them to set me up on blind dates with other guys they know. Who would know eligible, single men better than men themselves right? I asked all of my female friends several times to help me out but the standard line I get from them is that they don't know any single men. It seems that all of them (who are in relationships) seem not to be too phased that I remain single. Perhaps they like it that way for me because they think I am readily available to be a sounding board when they are having relationship issues. Maybe they feel that if I was dating more regularly I would forget about them. Not true but perhaps a fear on their part. Not really sure. Or maybe they truly don't know any single guys ( I doubt that highly). It will be interesting if any of the guys actually respond and try to help out. The funny thing is that two of the guys on the list are men that I actually seriously liked but for whatever reason they have no interest in spending any time with me. Part of me is like, "what's wrong with me that guys don't ask me out" but I'm more inclined now to believe that some men are just getting lazier when it comes to dating. All I know is that nobody can't say that I haven't tried to do my part in the dating scene. I've been doing the solo route for a long time now and honestly, while I love dating myself, it can get boring. Since I like to converse and debate, it's hard to go see a movie or an exhibit or show and debate my perspective with myself. Let's see if any of the guys actually do something or if they will be just like the girls.

Here's what I wrote:

Hi Guys:This may be one of the stranger emails you have ever received from me but interesting nonetheless. I'm seeking your help. One thing that's for certain is that guys know other guys! I was wondering if you would be willing to fix me up on blind dates? I've been doing the solo route for a while now but I'm getting a little bored going it alone or hanging out as the third wheel to my coupled friends. As a very atypical woman I tend to take certain things on a day by day basis and dating is one of them. I just want to go out, have a great time, and enjoy good company and conversation. And..to answer your burning question, no...I am not desperate...just trying something different. Since I have a sense of adventure if you do decide to help me out, I will go out with anyone you select. In a nutshell, I will trust your judgement and hope you don't set me up on a blind date with a serial killer. LOL. Let me know if you need more information from me. Thanks in advance!
Ang

Cold and Flu Season

It's been a hot minute since the last post. It was a busy week. The Friendraiser happened on Monday and from the looks of it the night was really successful. It was my very first visit to Christies. All of the beautiful artwork coupled with the great cause made for a wonderful night. Some of my friends showed up in support which made it even more wonderful. The end of the week brought the station anniversary and reunion. The weather certainly wasn't the best. In fact it was raining cats and dogs but I wasn't going to miss the chance to hear Charles Osgood in person. I never knew he was a FC graduate just like me! And, in the audience was Sal Marcianno who is also a fellow alum! The panel discussion was really good and the responses delivered were very insightful. Afterwards was a reception and I got the chance to see some old friends who still work at the station. Darren Devivo says that my name is still mentioned at the station (in a good way) from time to time and that one of my old labeled sound effects CDs is still housed at the station! LOL. It seems like everywhere I go a little piece of me remains. So, started the week mingling with Don and Diedra Imus, Caroline Kennedy, and Hamilton Jordan, and ended the week in the company of Charles Osgood. Not bad. Just goes to show you that you can be a simple, poor Brooklynite like me and still be in good company.

Yesterday was equally fun. I volunteered to help at a children's halloween party. I was stationed at the haunted house. What a good, safe event for parents and children alike. I was feeling a bit under the weather though since I was in all of that rain the night before. I'm fighting whatever is trying to develop in my system. Can't and don't want to be sick. I have a job interview this week. Pray for me. O.K. better go. More tomorrow.