May 15, 2007

Review of JewishFriendFinder.com

JewishFriendFinderAs the web site boasts, JewishFriendFinder.com is truly connecting Jewish singles around the world! Not only are they connecting Jewish singles for friendships, dating, serious relationships and more, you can truly participate for free (although limited) on this site. As one of the largest online dating services today, JewishFriendFinder.com has testimonials that truly inspire confidence in meeting the right person.

A free membership on JewishFriendFinder.com allows you to view your emails for up to 30 days, search the member database using a ‘standard’ form and receive a message containing a maximum of five new matching members (called the Dove service). Your handle or screen name will be featured on the members online list, you can send emails to other members from the web site and keep a personal ‘hotlist’ of members who you find incredibly interesting. Photos may be posted, you can participate in the chat rooms and have access to several more features to completely enjoy your free membership.

With an upgraded membership to silver or gold on JewishFriendFinder.com, you will have even more features to use in your search for the right person. You can view other member’s photos, view member’s videos, search by distance and be able to save your settings, along with telephone technical support. The gold membership includes everything listed above along with a position on the top of the list of members, access to a ‘super search’ form with keywords and you will be able to get the ICQ, AIM, YIM & MSN ID's of other members.

JewishFriendFinder.com is the ideal service if you are someone who would like to establish contact and relationships with people who wish to share your faith. With high membership numbers and some of the best free and paid membership offerings on the Internet, you can’t find a better place to begin than JewishFriendFinder.com.

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May 13, 2007

Jewish Dating Today

I am a Jew and I’m proud to say it.

As a Jew, we find it hard, especially in the past, to find our mate. But so does everybody else. Looking for your perfect mate is one of the greatest challenges in life. And without these challenges, our existence would not be worthwhile.

As for searching for the perfect mate, not only Jews, but everyone has felt one way or another that finding the right person to share your life with is daunting. Dating therefore seems to become a task rather than an enjoyable experience when taken into this context. It used to give me migraines just thinking about the next date and the next person I thought I had similarities with.

I was finally able to breathe a little better when I found out about online dating. Yes, online dating.

I know that we often have misconceptions about dating online or finding your mate in the Internet. But do you know that that’s where I finally found my perfect match?

After many heartaches and meeting people with characteristics that I find intolerable, I finally found someone.

My wife and I were able to meet because of a Jewish-dating site. And after the first one, we’re dating exclusively until the day that we finally tied the knot. And with pure luck, my wife was just living in the next town where I live. If it weren’t for that dating site I would not be able to find my mate.

I found online dating more acceptable because after looking for my match by trial-and-error, it was easier for me because I was able to know ahead of time that the people I’m going to meet are also Jewish like me. We have the same beliefs and respect for God and other people. Our values mirror those of each other’s values.

Even my workplace did not give me much assistance like what I was able to get from the dating site. I was even able to fine-tune my search to specific age group, single or divorced, race, location and even the jobs and careers. And the best part is I already know I’m talking to a Jew because I was able to find that person in a Jewish Dating site.

My wife and I had a wonderful time dating. So could you if you will be able to know beforehand what you’re getting into.

Try dating online now. Meeting your mate may just be the most wonderful experience in your whole lifetime.

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May 10, 2007

Good Jewish Dating

A good dating experience is cherished for life. It is the best way to get to know each other. Very often it turns out to be the beginning of a long and lasting relationship.

Good Jewish dating is a broad term. It includes Jewish Christian dating, orthodox Jewish dating and gay Jewish singles dating. However, the basic concept remains the same. It is a meeting of two like-minded persons looking for an intimate relationship.

A number of value-based websites like JDate.com, JewishCafe.com and JewishMatch.com help match your profile with other Jews in an effort to promote sanctified relationships.

Some tips for good Jewish dating

Find like-minded Jews

It is difficult to find a Jew who is interested in dating at a place like a discotheque or a pub. To find a person who shares your values and your outlook on life you can rely on the Internet. Jewish Dating websites ensure speed, affordability and privacy.

Know your Purpose

It is important to be clear in your objectives. To avoid misunderstanding later, it is always better to have a clear idea of what kind of a relationship you are seeking. Do you want a short-term relationship? Are you looking for a long-term relationship? You ought to have a clear picture of what you want in order to save heartburns later.

Be confident and believe in yourself

Present yourself as a confident and positive Jew. Pay attention to your sitting posture. You may put off your date with your slouching and your fidgeting. How you sit, how you walk and carry yourself leave a lasting impression on the person who is meeting you for the first time. Good Jewish dating requires that you believe in yourself and let that be seen through your body language.

Have fun

Don’t be a bore!! Try to have fun. Avoid talking on subjects that interest you only. A topic that is important to you may not be of any interest to the other. Be sensitive to the other person’s choice. Welcome free flow of ideas and thoughts. A dialogue rather than a monologue is a much better way to go about.

Don’t Linger

If you feel the meeting is running out of words, it is better to wind it up. Don't drag on unnecessarily.

Good Jewish dating requires that you be a perfect gentleman. If you want your lady to be with you the next time, never let her pay.

Last but not the least, show some class!! Tip well!!

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May 1, 2007

Review of JewishCafe.com

JewishCafeFor those who would like to take advantage of the online dating services that have been successful for so many, it can be frustrating if you are a person who would like to build a relationship with someone of the same faith. You don’t need to look any further than JewishCafe.com to enjoy a comfortable and laid back virtual café where other Jewish singles have become members looking for the same exact thing.

While many people are looking for a life-long love, you don’t have to be looking that seriously to participate at JewishCafe.com. People from all walks of life and with different levels of companionship can be found here.

JewishCafe.com considers itself to be better than personal ads, classifieds and other dating services because of its focus on serving the Jewish community. The site features full profiles, photos and chat rooms to use as tools to get to know other people.

Another benefit to JewishCafe.com is that is serves Jewish singles from all over the world. The web site is for Americans, Canadians, Australians, Israelis and thousands of other Jewish singles from around the world. They have members from Mexico, Latin America and the United Kingdom.

You can create a profile on JewishCafe.com for a free trial period before you decide if you would like to purchase a membership. When you create your profile, you can be very specific about your background, faith practicing habits and how kosher your lifestyle is.

Membership on the site is comparable to other online dating sites but can be considered to be a better deal since you are getting an added benefit of being connected with the kind of singles you want to meet. A one-month membership is $29.95 (99 cents a day), a three-month membership is $44.95 (50 cents a day), a six-month membership is $69.95 (39 cents a day) and a full year membership is $99.95 (28 cents a day).

Many singles have a hard time finding the right person with whom they can share their faith. Look no further- JewishCafe.com is the only place you will ever need to look again.

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A thing or two about dating a Jew

Dating is always a result of compatibility and chemistry between two people. When you feel giddy and electricity seem to pass from the roots of your hair down to tips of your toes, then most probably you'll be wanting to experience even one special moment with that person.

Dinner by candlelight, rose petals strewn on every space available on the floor, soft music from the string quartet in the background, delicious food and expensive wine. Not to mention the presence of the person that we feel would make us special. This is what we see as an ideal date.

But how about if the other person is different, say, with his beliefs and religion? Have you ever imagined dating someone Jewish for example, when you yourself is a Christian or a Buddhist, maybe.

So what happened with compatibility, you ask. You said compatibility should be present for a date to be successful, you ask again.

They say that diversity is the spice of life. It becomes boring somehow when you often date someone with the same background, same religion, same tastes, and even same block.

Have you ever thought, even for one single moment, how it is to date a Jew? Yes, a Jew.

Jews are commonly stereotyped as tedious, straight, and more often than not boring to the extreme. But what could deconstruct this proverbial belief but to tell you that they do have a sense of excitement and adventure when it comes to dating.

When before they are closed to the idea of dating other religion, now they have come to view dating as some sort of getting to know more people, where eventually they would be able to meet their future spouses.

And yes, they do participate in online dating. In fact, most of the Jewish couples are proud to say that they met their partners via the internet. Times have really changed. And it changed big time.

And because they believe in love being the outcome of deep appreciation of each individual's goodness, it's no wonder then that Jewish men and women are getting to be attractive to those romantic others that are definitely not part of their circle. They particularly believe that goodness is what moves people to love. And what moves Jewish men and women to love others is the innate goodness that they know is in each and everyone of us, no matter their religion. If the shoe fits, then they tie the knot.

Dating a Jew is like an irresistible challenge and it’s great to face a host of interesting challenges just to get the love you truly deserve.

So what are you waiting for? Go grab yourself a Jew. You might never know what you missed if you stay in your box and never experience the diversity and difference in people that life has to offer.

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April 29, 2007

Review of JewishMatch.com

JewishMatchJewishmatch.com considers itself to be the online dating site for the Jewish community that has perfected its service to their members. They are impressive with one of the most interactive, enjoyable and secure sites available for Jewish singles today. If you are looking for that someone special with whom you would like to build a relationship on your faith, you need to give Jewishmatch.com a try.

Jewishmatch.com serves singles from all over the world and joins them conveniently on their site every day. You can easily find the kind of details that are important to you when you look through other member’s profiles. Information regarding country, religious specifics and other important aspects you might want to know can be found even before communicating with someone.

Jewishmatch.com advertises their site as being multilingual. At this point they only handle a few languages, but this is an aspect of their service that is constantly being worked on and upgraded. They claim that their goal is to have up to seven languages working on their site within a short period of time. Right now, a person who speaks English who has someone they are interested in located in Mexico will be able to read their profile in English, but any further communication will have to be worked out between the two individuals.

As with many other online dating sites, your email address and personal information will never be displayed on Jewishmatch.com. The only identifying information that will be attached to your message is your screen name and profile details. You don’t have to worry about unwanted contacts or responding to those you are simply not interested in.

Jewishmatch.com offers a CyberCupid feature that goes out and finds potential profiles for you. With the large number of members online, it can seem like an endless task wading through the sea of profiles. If you give CyberCupid your match ideals, it will search the database for you on a regular basis. You will be contacted through email when you have new matches.

You can enjoy a membership with a free subscription or you can upgrade at any time. While your services will remain limited, a free membership can still find you the person you are looking for. Give Jewishmatch.com a try with their free membership and start your journey toward meeting the mate of your dreams.

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April 26, 2007

Smart Jewish Dating Strategies

We have all heard the good, the bad and the ugly about Jewish dating sites. Some people have news of nuptial bliss while others have tales of devastating heartbreak. Nevertheless, devising a good dating strategy that would make any yenta proud can be achieved.

The reasons so many Jewish mentchs become frustrated with the Jewish dating circuit are their expectations. If you decrease your expectations and replace them with a more of a wait and see approach you will really enjoy the process. You shouldn’t become discouraged just because you’ve met a few mieskeits who used digitally enhanced photos in their profiles. Not to mention, your mother may not appreciate you dating a gentile. Nonetheless, here are a few smart approaches to Jewish dating sites:

Expand your professional and social network. The more people you meet represents more dating opportunities. Just because the love connection is absent — does not mean that your new friend has other eligible friends. Moreover, all of your interests can be professional networking opportunities.

Maximize the chat room. The chat room is there for those fast introductions. If you’re on the go and don’t have the time to send emails, make random stops onto your Jewish dating site’s chat room to strike up new friendships.

Create a Single Forum. On most Jewish dating sites, members can create forums of specific interests. It’s a way of developing new friendships and potential relationships.

Make friendship – foremost. Before you can establish a relationship, compatibility and friendship are the first hurdles to conquer. Just because someone does not share the same feelings does not mean that you should stop making new friends. A successful Jewish dating strategy involves consistently expanding your social network of singles. Even if you meet the person you envision yourself bringing home to meet your parents, continue to make new friends from your Jewish site.

Be positive. Negative dating attitudes beget negative results. Consequently, always remain open-minded. Give people a chance by investing a little time to know them. After all, a good Jewish dating strategy involves discovering the diamond in the rough.

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Family ties: what to do when your newfound love is Jewish but the family isn't.

You’ve finally found someone who has everything. A great sense of humor. An unassailable dominance at board games. A commitment to raising Jewish children. And a mother named Christina.

Dating a Jew isn’t always a way to avoid the “December Dilemma,” especially when your newfound love has converted to Judaism. Christmas is often the dealbreaker for Christians considering conversion, and even those who’ve abandoned the holiday usually have relatives who can’t comprehend their decision. Many imagine they’ll reenter the fold, escorted by a desirable man or woman who can’t imagine giving up Christmas (i.e., not you.)

Know this. Respect this. And ask your mate how to handle it. You may find yourself drinking eggnog during your first holiday together: so long as you’re comfortable with it, go right ahead. The key is to find a compromise that supports and strengthens your new relationship without undermining your identity or beliefs.

While you may be disappointed that you won’t have another grandmother’s matzoh ball soup to taste test, having a non-Jewish extended family can be a good thing (especially if you like grandma’s eggnog). You have the chance to share your culture and traditions with people who may never have been exposed to them. Remember, dating is all about new opportunities.

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April 20, 2007

Using the Internet to rekindle summer camp and youth group romances

There are two places most people keep a picture of their perfect match: in the back of their minds – readily accessible for comparative purposes during first dates – and tucked away in their old sleepaway camp scrapbooks.

There was sure to be one winner among the whirlwind summer romances that made camp worth the price (although your parents were probably thinking more along the lines of cultural pride when they wrote the check): an end-of-the-season dance partner with enviable good looks, a wry sense of humor and well-developed athleticism who was a quick stitch with lanyard string.

While lanyards probably don’t matter much to you anymore – unless you were one of the crafty types who mastered the triple diamond pattern imported by the European counselors – all the qualities which made your match attractive at age 12 are probably quite similar to the traits you find yourself seeking today. And you know at least one person who possesses them.

Chances are, the object of your summer camp or youth group romance is also still looking for the right Jewish person with whom to share his or her humor, intelligence and energy. And the Internet is the best place for the two of you to reconnect.

Use what you remember about your first true love to narrow your search of potential matches. Hometowns, alma maters and unique interests are good places to start. Even better, search for the name of your summer camp (and make sure you add it to your profile): if your target doesn’t turn up, a mutual acquaintance – a.k.a. another dating prospect – might. There’s fun in taking risks: just like back at summer camp.

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April 13, 2007

Review of JDate.com

JewishFriendFinderIf you are looking for a way to stir up your life in the relationship area, you need to join jdate.com! Jdate.com is the place for Jewish singles to find friends, dates, relationships and more online. The site has over 500,000 members, so your chances of meeting someone special are in your favor.

For more than seven years, jdate.com has been at the head of the online dating web sites that serve the Jewish community. The site boasts a ‘Happy Endings’ section that delivers several testimonials from matches who met and married after joining jdate.com.

You can take advantage of the free features on jdate.com that include creating your profile, posting up to four pictures, the freedom to search through thousands of profiles, use a flirting device called a tease, answering an instant message while you are online and regular emails that include ‘matches’ for your resulting from the information in your profile. You will also be able to receive invitations to select jdate.com events and even travel opportunities.

The free membership features can help you be successful in finding someone special, but the paid membership attractions can put you in charge of where you want to go with your online dating experience. With your paid membership, you can send email to other members, have access to all of your emails on the site, initiate instant messaging with members and participate in the jdate.com chat rooms.

Membership fees are competitive and reasonable compared with other online dating sites. A one-month membership is $34.95, a three-month membership is $99.95 and a full year membership is $149.00. You can receive discounts with their guaranteed monthly renewal rates.

Jdate.com claims to have a mission of helping to strengthen the Jewish community and guarantee Jewish traditions are preserved and carried on for generations by offering a place for singles to meet for romance and more. When you are looking for someone you can share the foundation of your faith with, look no further that jdate.com.

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