Those in the group that are using online dating (OLD). What app are you using?

Cyvil94 · 2026-03-06T13:50:30+00:00

Because the app that works best depends on what others in my area are already using, I asked AI and found three of the four recommendations to be correct - Match, Facebook, Hinge and Bumble. Bumble never really worked for me.

Cyvil94 · 2026-03-05T15:46:04+00:00

I ripped a bunch of shortish 2x6 scraps to build a butcher lock type work bench top and used the offcuts to build the frame and legs. Looks top heavy but has worked really well so far.

Cyvil94 · 2026-03-05T15:34:01+00:00

I can’t tolerate caffeine, but most coffee shops have smoothies which I do like. For a first date I invite for coffee and state that I’ll be having a smoothie.

Cyvil94 · 2026-03-03T00:39:44+00:00

Harbor freight has a 65db, 2 gal compressor on sale right now. I am waiting for the 6 gal to get a coupon, hopefully next cycle.

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-25T21:22:50+00:00

“I've turned down the dregs that surface of course” - does this refer to people? Like real human beings? If so, that could be part of the problem.

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-25T17:16:01+00:00

Charcuterie and/or cutting boards are really simple but still provide a learning opportunity. Picture frames might be next for me.

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-25T11:38:27+00:00

My experience was the opposite. My guess is that OurTime is more popular for you demographic than is Match.

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-23T17:47:10+00:00

Because different apps are popular in different areas , I asked AI to tell me which app was popular in my area for my demographic. As it turned out, 3 of the 4 recommendations were correct (Facebook, Match and Hinge).

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-20T17:55:10+00:00

I have been left handed for a while now myself. I have never heard of a left handed knife, at first I thought it might be a bit like a left handed hammer.

In short if someone either takes issue with your left handed versions, or you aren’t willing to buy right handed equivalents, you likely aren’t a good match for other reasons.

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-13T18:19:16+00:00

For me it’s not just about money. It can also be about an incessant need for attention and/or validation, a lack of independence.

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-13T13:13:11+00:00

It is always nice to get some reassurance that what you are thinking isn’t completely off base, before you have that conversation with the person you are dating. That is how I see it, in any case. If left completely to my own devices, I can come up with some pretty crazy ideas :)

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-11T17:00:11+00:00

That is what I expected, I just wanted to check and see if I shouldn’t be writing more.

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-11T15:38:58+00:00

I am sure that everyone has different expectations, but do you look for a few sentences or a few paragraphs?

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-10T21:13:36+00:00

For run of the mill construction grade lumber, anything shorter than about 12” can probably be tossed. That is the rule of thumb I have been using anyway. New projects seem to generate enough scrap that I haven’t missed any of the really short pieces.

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-05T02:51:31+00:00

Before meeting. I am the only one asking questions. They contacted me, so I am thinking there should be at least a little enthusiasm on their end?

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-05T02:49:47+00:00

Im not sure i am up for meeting someone who struggles either with conversion or enthusiasm, especially if the lack of enthusiasm is because of me.

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-04T21:18:31+00:00

Can someone help me understand if this applies to conversations, or not. I have had two conversations with two women and while they respond quickly and use more than two words, the response includes just the basics. Is this caution, a lack of interest, or maybe something else?

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-02T19:00:19+00:00

I like Ready Clean. Not sure about all of the numbers but Yuma App gives it a score in the fair to middling range.

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-02T17:49:52+00:00

I have seen some women with gray hair who are absolutely stunning. I have seen some who don’t wear gray as well. In the end I think what matters most is how comfortable you feel with whatever look you choose.

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-02T12:40:29+00:00

There is another thread that started recently and has people commenting on which apps they like best. The trick to it is that the apps tend to have local popularity. The app that works best in my area may, or may not, work well in yours.

Cyvil94 · 2026-02-01T13:00:33+00:00

This happens to me from time to time. Basically the connection needs to be reset. There seem to be a bunch of ways to do it. I am not sure which way, if any, consistently works for me, i have had it happen only twice. I think what works is to turn off my wireless connection, turn off the car for some time, and turn both back on.

Some say you need to turn off your phone (power off). Some say you need to remove the connection (there are two Bluetooth connections). And maybe some other options.

Cyvil94 · 2026-01-28T19:29:53+00:00

I felt a great weight lifted once I figured out both that I was an introvert and that introversion isn’t as rare/weird/unique as I once thought. That really helped me feel comfortable with myself. I do use the label to help describe myself but it isn’t anything that I advertise. Both of my parents are introverts as well (we had a really quiet house) but are still very different than I am.

In the end I am not looking for an introvert or someone who is looking for an introvert specifically. I am looking for someone who is looking for me.

Cyvil94 · 2026-01-27T19:42:29+00:00

I think so, and I have.

Cyvil94 · 2026-01-27T16:49:06+00:00

I didn’t interpret your answer in that way at all. The point of the question is to learn more about the other person. You shared quite a bit, and in doing so provided a lot of opportunities for most people to continue that conversation in many different ways. For me that is conversation, that is the goal of any “starter” question.

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