November 16, 2009 – 10:35 am | 2 Comments

Every JDater knows there are few things more thrilling than coming back to your computer and seeing that you’ve got a message from your latest crush. But sometimes, in our tech-infused world where talking on the phone seems old-fashioned, we forget that texting, emailing, and instant messaging are no match for meeting the real life, fantastic you, in person.

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The Age Factor: Does it Really Matter?
October 30, 2009 – 5:22 pm
The Age Factor: Does it Really Matter?

Is age really nothing but a number? We asked JDaters in a recent Topic of the Week how they felt about ageism and romance and received a lot of varied opinions, but it appears that the majority think an age gap is okay. Here are some of our favorite responses.

How to Be a Mensch amongst the Madness
October 5, 2009 – 3:23 pm | One Comment
How to Be a Mensch amongst the Madness

At times, the world can be a difficult place to live for someone just trying to be a “good guy.” Familiar adages told time and time again such as “the squeaky wheel gets the grease,”“nice guys finish last” and “ladies really love a bad boy” unfortunately drive the point home that there aren’t too many advantages to being a nice guy.

Money! Does Income Affect Who You Date?
September 17, 2009 – 12:53 pm | One Comment
Money! Does Income Affect Who You Date?

In a recent Topic of the Week, we posed a question to JDate’s Message Boarders about just how much personal income matters when it comes to who they choose to date and JDaters responded with a wide variety of opinions. Here’s the top ten list of our favorite responses.

The Kosher Love Boat?
July 9, 2009 – 4:00 pm
The Kosher Love Boat?

In September of ’07, JDate sailed away on an Eastern Mediterranean cruise. For Janice Levitt, the days were a trip through Jewish history in the land of antiquity and the nights a study of flirtatious behavior aboard the Jewish Love Boat.

Speed Dating: The Shock of the Real
July 8, 2009 – 4:04 pm
Speed Dating: The Shock of the Real

JDate member Van Wallach writes candidly about how he found success using HurryDate, an alternative that brings online dating offline.

From Mourning to Masada
July 7, 2009 – 4:09 pm
From Mourning to Masada

In May of 2006, a group of JDate members journeyed to Israel, many for the first time. Heidi Wasserman recounts her adventures and how they changed her forever.

Settled… but not Settling
July 6, 2009 – 1:17 pm
Settled… but not Settling

So many JDates, so little time. With all the options presented by online personals, it’s hard to know when it’s time to focus on one person. David Israel writes about how he decided …

JDiary: My Life as a Dater
July 5, 2009 – 1:37 pm
JDiary: My Life as a Dater

Part One: Welcome. You’ve Got Male.

His Perspective: The Functional Value of Heartache
July 4, 2009 – 4:54 pm | 2 Comments
His Perspective: The Functional Value of Heartache

If you’re an experienced dater, you’ve probably had your share of heartache. JDate member Van Wallach argues that opening up about painful lessons can show someone new that you’re looking for love, not just a good time.

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