In this time and age of computers and internet it is totally acceptable for people to try to make friends online. Here are some tips on where to get started.
if you are looking for love join one of the many dating sites such as match.com or yahoo.com or eharmony.com. There are many people like you who are good people looking for love who do not where to meet people.
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If you are only looking for friends the join one of the social networks such as myspace.com. Regardless of what website you join create a profile that is fun and shows who you are and what you are looking for.
Step3
Look for people who have the same interests as you and introduce yourself to them. The important thing to remember is to never give your private information regardless of who you are or how old you are. Keep the relationship platonic for a while and end contact with any one who you does not give you a good feeling.
Step4
If you decide to meet someone for a date , do it in a safe public place like a restaurant. Invite a friend to be at the same restaurant and to follow you to your car when you leave. Have the friend "run" into you when you are leaving the restaurant.
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