I never come on the OT but I have a question and wondered if anyone can help: the NYT website seems to have a glitch in Real estate search – suddenly there are almost no properties in Brooklyn! The day before yesterday there were thousands (includes several hundred in both Park Slope and Park Slope south), and as of yesterday, there are only about 690! Listings that were new as of 2 days ago have vanished even though they are still on the realtors’ sites, so clearly this is a technical snafu. I tried to follow the “contact us” links to NYT (which had me fill out form where I stated the problem) but it’s still busted. Any thoughts? Any NYT workers out there reading this? I’m at work today so cannot comment a lot but just am throwing out this question in case someone can help get the problem fixed. Thanks!!
cmu, my friend in Toronto did “It’s Just Lunch” and met an amazing man (great personality, PhD, handy guy, etc). I know you’re looking for a woman and there are likely some decent ones who sign up for it as well, such as my friend. They are very happy now – house, kid, the whole thing. Look into that if they have it here in New York.
Less direct things I would do:
1) get a dog if you don’t have one. Seems to be an amazing way to break the ice with other dog owners. Of course, don’t end up like Rodney Dangerfield who said unfortunately it turned out that his dog was using him to meet other dogs.
2) cooking classes. Shows your gentle side.
3) Salsa lessons. You ever seen the demographics? There are typically 12 decent females and one gay Spanish instructor. You’ll be the one they all want to dance with!
I used a dating site years ago pre-BH. First month got tons of email, seems like the ‘pool’ gets tired/worn out quickly. So a new person sparks interest. Try another dating site or two even. I think Salon used to have one?
I went thru the tedious entry on eharmony..at the VERY f&((ing end it says no “separated” (like it couldn’t say that when you enter it) must be divorced. I tried to hack the profile but it wouldn’t let me, you have to call ’em.
Speed dating: one time, somewhat depressing but maybe will try again. I checked into Met opera singles event but there was a very funny but damning critique of it in New York. And of course it’s bloody expensive ($120). So I’m trying things, and feeling ok, maybe it’s just this season.
eHarmony? AVOID. I think they are run by bigots or some crazy religious group. There must be some social gatherings for grown-ups! I’m going to look around for you too cmu.
BH did the Salsa class thing, and will verify that there are 12 women to every 2 straight men!
Maybe someone should organize an ‘Official’ Brownstoner Singles Meet and Greet.
I never come on the OT but I have a question and wondered if anyone can help: the NYT website seems to have a glitch in Real estate search – suddenly there are almost no properties in Brooklyn! The day before yesterday there were thousands (includes several hundred in both Park Slope and Park Slope south), and as of yesterday, there are only about 690! Listings that were new as of 2 days ago have vanished even though they are still on the realtors’ sites, so clearly this is a technical snafu. I tried to follow the “contact us” links to NYT (which had me fill out form where I stated the problem) but it’s still busted. Any thoughts? Any NYT workers out there reading this? I’m at work today so cannot comment a lot but just am throwing out this question in case someone can help get the problem fixed. Thanks!!
cmu, my friend in Toronto did “It’s Just Lunch” and met an amazing man (great personality, PhD, handy guy, etc). I know you’re looking for a woman and there are likely some decent ones who sign up for it as well, such as my friend. They are very happy now – house, kid, the whole thing. Look into that if they have it here in New York.
Less direct things I would do:
1) get a dog if you don’t have one. Seems to be an amazing way to break the ice with other dog owners. Of course, don’t end up like Rodney Dangerfield who said unfortunately it turned out that his dog was using him to meet other dogs.
2) cooking classes. Shows your gentle side.
3) Salsa lessons. You ever seen the demographics? There are typically 12 decent females and one gay Spanish instructor. You’ll be the one they all want to dance with!
>>Thanks, Etson — Haven’t been reading enough. Stevie, keep it cool baby, that way people will listen when you make sense. Gotta run.
OK, Jessibaby, I had a “janko” moment of relapse. Will try to behave. Love you!
Yes, that was it. eharmony.
I’m going to ask you too cmu, do you run or enjoy jogging? I’ll tell you why if the answer is yes.
Also, I find that playing pool can be a phenomenal way to meet smart and interesting women [no homo].
I used a dating site years ago pre-BH. First month got tons of email, seems like the ‘pool’ gets tired/worn out quickly. So a new person sparks interest. Try another dating site or two even. I think Salon used to have one?
I went thru the tedious entry on eharmony..at the VERY f&((ing end it says no “separated” (like it couldn’t say that when you enter it) must be divorced. I tried to hack the profile but it wouldn’t let me, you have to call ’em.
Speed dating: one time, somewhat depressing but maybe will try again. I checked into Met opera singles event but there was a very funny but damning critique of it in New York. And of course it’s bloody expensive ($120). So I’m trying things, and feeling ok, maybe it’s just this season.
eHarmony? AVOID. I think they are run by bigots or some crazy religious group. There must be some social gatherings for grown-ups! I’m going to look around for you too cmu.