People will tell me all sorts of horror stories about online dating services. If you are going to use an online dating service, be aware that you are being matched by an algorithm and anyone can make a profile and say whatever they want about themselves, or the person they are pretending to be. Few sites offer any means of protection against fake accounts, ‘cat-fishing’ or scams. Online, people can be whoever they want to be!

Getting married later in life can come with unique challenges that require special consideration. If you’re a senior that’s about to get married and build a life with your partner, we reveal a few salient points you’ll want to work through first.

One of the most frequent questions we have been asked in the last few weeks the province has begun to reopen is “how do I date safely and what kind of information do you have from clients on their vaccine status?”

I always say that it’s safe to connect with new people if you follow the rules.

I’ll never forget one of the most enlightening moment I had as a matchmaker.

I was meeting a gentleman by the name of Graham from Kingston. We agreed to meet at a restaurant in Portland so were both were coming about half-way. When we arrived, the restaurant was closed. Although I don’t normally do this, I had him come and sit in my car so we could do the interview. As I remember it, the weather was terrible, so sitting outside was not an option.

One of my favorite parts of being a matchmaker is working with seniors. I love the thrill of having a client who thinks their chance of experiencing the excitement of new romance has passed them by.

I had two senior couples call in this morning to tell me they wanted to put their accounts on hold because they had just started new relationships.

Matchmakers usually have a set of rules we would like you to follow. These are for your benefit. Meet in a public place, arrange your own transportation, and don’t have people over until you get to know them. These rules are especially important for you to follow because they are for your safety.

Now I’m going to tell you about someone who broke all the rules and found love.