The Most Interesting Man in the World (or, at least on dating websites)

Since the Pandemic has Chicago opening up a bit, I decided it was time to start online dating again. I mean, it is the gift that keeps on giving.

One of the sites I am using these days is Facebook dating. In theory, it is supposed to be a bit of a warm introduction since you might know similar people. However, I don't find that to be the case at all. I mean, of course with my luck, it seems I am meant to keep these dates random and awkward.

This guy sends me a "spark" (meaning, he is extra interested) and I immediately know who he is. He is a "D" list celebrity in Chicago (at best). I was already following him on social media and that is how I recognized him.

Now, my immediate thought is, he is super talented, but, am I attracted to him? Well, let's find out.

We plan a no pressure Sunday date for a couple of drinks. We ask the usual "are you vaccinated" questions and we both were, so we carry on.

Side note, I was on a work call and my co-workers were asking me what I was doing on that particular weekend. I told them I had a date and those from Chicago might know him. Wouldn't you know, one of my co-workers took his photo and made it his back drop on our zoom call. Never a dull moment as it was hilarious!

Back to the date. When I see him in person, it is very comfortable. He is also in Sales so the conversation flowed. He actually has two full time jobs so he is super busy. He is the complete opposite of most people I meet with internet dating. Many guys claim to be adventurous and outgoing but usually never make it off the couch. Or, their last crazy vacation was to St. Louis.

This guy travels the world. He was showing me pictures of Iceland, Ireland and many other International trips he had taken. He also gets invited to lots of Chicago events as a VIP so he was telling me stories from his many adventures. For instance, he was in the belly of one of the Blue Angel airplanes as they were re-fueling mid-air for the Air and Water Show, etc, etc. He was very fascinating.

It was a great first date. The question still loomed as to whether I was attracted to him, but, I would give it a second chance for sure.

Time for the peanut gallery. I was telling my friends about the date and they all said, let's see his picture. Allegedly, he was 5 years older than me. When I would show my friends his picture, they would say, that guy is too old for you. No way, no how is he being truthful with his age. Don't do it!

He had an old face but a young spirit so I was confused. He asked me to go out again and I said yes. I was attracted to the fact that he has a very full life and didn't seem to be needy.

Well, I was right about one thing, not needy at all! I never heard from him again.

Lesson learned? My friends now tell me he was obviously intimidated by me and that is why he went dark. Keep friends like that close to you! (LOL) And, don't tell your co-workers what you are up to!