Wednesday, August 15, 2018

The Dating Game


I watch the dating site commercial on TV. These
days, so many folks are wanting to date and find
a mate electronically. I am old and worn, and
although these 60-second spots are amusing to

watch, this media for matching the needy is not
for me. Who in the world would find a toothless,
unkempt curmudgeon such as I have grown to be
as either attractive or appealing? My better dating

and mating days have long since been relegated
to the trash heap of unwritten history. I am no
longer a wan-na-be, but a crusty and dribbling
old use-ta-be. However, on occasion I still do

respond to certain stimuli instinctively—The young
woman featured on Match.com who implores pro-
spective seekers to, “Come find me!” has enticing
eyes and a beguiling smile to be sure. But in my time,

I have met her type a hundred times before. In a
crude but sagacious l way, I am grateful that I have
seen my best and worst days in the topsy-turvey
dating and mating game. Someone out there is

bound to find that young lady, though. And should you
be tempted to reply on line, heed this warning, my
friend—steer clear and for god’s sake, stay away.
Years ago, I believe I may have dated this aluring

creature before. It’s truly amazing what they can do
with CGI, a little makeup and plastic surgery these days.

Chris Hanch 8-15-18

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