End of year report

Whilst the year hasn’t ended as I’d hoped, after all I’m still single, the year still ends on a relative high. There’s still much to do in 2006, but one thing this Internet dating lark has given in major doses is confidence and a much higher self-esteem. Although the three people I met up with rejected me, it’s actually boosted rather than demoralised me. And I thank them for that.

Whilst I’ll admit that it’s been emotionally hard going at times, my exercise regime is starting to bare fruits and my general physique is much improved with better looking legs, my shoulders are filling out and my stamina is much improved. This will all help in my attempts to restart running and cycling. The only downside that still needs to be addressed is my stomach that stubbornly refuses to become less of a lard pack and more of a six pack.

Dating wise, after my amusing failures on DirectDating.com I’ve deleted my account. I’m now concentrating on Match.com which offers a much better description of yourself and who you’re looking for. I’ve tried two or three people so far but failed to get a response (no change there then) but there is the faint possibility of something, although I’ve grown to realise not to raise my expectations too far. Never the less, I’m keeping my finger crossed (one only appears to be lucky for me) and holding my chin up just in case.

Anyhow, I found someone really nice (with so many common interests too) and sent her a message. I didn’t get a response, and just as I was about to delete her link from my account I got a message back saying that I sounded interesting. She’s in the process of moving back to Manchester so she’s a bit busy and she gave me an e-mail address (looks like a temporary one for this dating lark – which is fine as I have one too!) in case I wanted to stay in touch. I’ve emailed her but had no reply, but rather than filling her mailbox with hundreds of what could be possibly considered as desperate emails, I’ve decided to step back until the New Year (she said herself that she’d be back on-line once the silly season was over).

Either way, I’m going to make 2006 my year. I’ll hopefully finally find my mate (whether it's with this person or someone else), but my other major goals are to find a new job (with better pay) and with that finally get my own place to live (and possibly replace my car in the autumn as it will be 4 years old).

I’m looking forward to 2006 with a new sense of hope and I just hope that I’ll finally get to meet my soul mate. So finally, wishing you a Happy New Year and I hope that 2006 is all that you wish for.