I have done on line dating thru plenty of fish. Have met many of gentlemen for lunch. You start off by chatting on line and then graduate to phone calls and then meet for lunch. Some want to meet for coffee, but I feel that they should be able to pop for lunch. I have met many different men, some strange and some very nice. I have met the love of my life and we have been together for 6 months and plan to be together forever. I am 65 years old and have a good head on my shoulders. I feel online dating is good, Just remember to take your time and be selective. There are a lot of strange people out there. Good luck