Blind faith

THE VERDICT

He said

In Good Company struck out, but presumably the feedback from each unsuccessful match helps improve the company’s judgment for the next one. And though it took up more of my time, Gay.com led to a fun meeting that probably never would’ve happened without the Internet, as my date and I are both busy and live in different ’hoods. (It’s possible we’ll see each other in the future, but we haven’t communicated since.) The clear winner is the “friend setup” option—that date lasted longest, and we had an awesome time. We’ve already been in touch via phone and e-mail and will definitely hang out again. It’s way too soon to tell where it’s going, but this is a sweet beginning to a great ’08.

She said

After the last date, it’s clear to me matchmaking is much more complicated than I had anticipated. It involves all sorts of newfangled technology, money and tact that I clearly lack. Typing away at my computer may be a great way to meet interesting folks, but there is no way to know whether the chemistry is there through a computer screen. My family and friends clearly have no idea what kind of guy is “good” for me, and even when a date ends with a laugh there is no guarantee he’ll call. For now, I’ll be content with pouring myself a glass of wine and jumping into bed with my cat and a book. Maybe being alone isn’t so bad after all.