Annie's Dating Blog

How quickly should you expect a response to your online dating email?

Hi Annie, I'm an energetic entrepreneur from Down Under. I've been in the U.S. off and on for a few years now and am finally settling in. I am doing online dating and have continued to be frustrated that women do not return my emails or texts within 24 hours. It feels disrespectful. I don't treat anyone that way, either professionally or personally. I'm looking for the same respect in return: at a minimum. Should I keep my high standards or should I change my views? Thanks, Frustrated!

How long should you date before taking down your profile?

Dear Annie, I met Al online a couple of weeks ago. I can't remember ever experiencing such a profound initital connection.

Meet more people online

You'll have greater success if you treat online dating as if it were a giant party where you don't know anyone. If you talk with enough people, you're likely to meet someone with whom there is a mutual spark.

Wondering how to meet someone great online? Perhaps you've heard the latest statistics show that 30 percent of all new relationships are originating online. Is it just hype?

OKCupid, a fast-growing online dating site has been mining their data to produce some interesting studies. They recently studied their largest demographic, the 18-39 group, and came up with this study. It's a fun, friendly site, which is now attracting daters of all ages.

Dear Annie, I just signed up for a new online dating service, and I'm inundated with messages. It takes me hours each day to politely respond to them. Many of the men seem desperate for company. I can sympathize with them but just don't have the time. What do I do? Suzanne

Annie, I found with online dating that the pic did not match the person when I met them. When we started to email, most emailed a couple of times, then faded away. It's really difficult to meet someone in person - sometimes they just don't show up.