[Faith-talk] off topic question

[debby phillips]

Hi Amy, I must admit to having mixed feelings about this.  First 
of all, you definitely want to go with a site that tries, at 
least, to do background checks.  You don't want to get in to a 
situation where you are dating someone who turns out to be a 
creep.  Second, I'd pray long and hard about any person you meet 
on a site.  Really really listen to the Holy Spirit.  Having said 
all that, it could be an okay way to meet someone.  After all, 
most of us meet people that we form relationships with who are 
total strangers in the beginning.  I met my husband on a commuter 
bus.  I have one friend who met her husband online, and as far as 
I know, things are fine with them.  I know two people (one being 
my mom) who answered ads in the newspaper.  What's the 
difference, really? But I do suggest that your first meeting or 
two or three be in public places.  My first date with my husband 
was at a sausage fest, and later we had dinner at a restaurant 
owned by friends of mine.  They liked him, so that gave me a 
little reassurance.  Anyway, just some thoughts as I get ready to 
go get in bed, and if possible, hug the man who has become the 
love of my life-from bus buddy to best friend to husband.    
Blessings,    Debby