I am sorry I have been slacking on keeping you all entertained and up-to-date. I have been busy preparing for my new job (post on that coming shortly!), and haven't had a chance to update the blog. I couldn't help but pass up to the opportunity to share this treasure with you all!
Men, please note that this is not a way to get a woman interested in you... at all.
Subject: 612lb man needs HOT personal chef!
Message: Hello, I'm currently unable to rise from my bed, but I'm tired of simply feeding my bulk with fast food, so I'm looking to find an attractive lady who will cook for me and eventually fall in love despite my huge size.
OK, I don't really weigh 500 lbs... Im 34, 5'11", and a mere 180 lbs. Im an artist here in Austin, just looking here to make friends and find people to laugh with, whatever else happens, happens.
Your profile caught my eye, I thought I'd message and chat, maybe meet for coffee or drinks, just become friends!
J-----
(I'll disclose his name, just to be nice.)His first mistake was thinking that he was funny and assuming that he and I have the same sense of humor. I did not find this to be entertaining. In fact, I was mildly disturbed at first, then when I read the "serious" part, I wasn't even interested in reading what else he had to say. When being humorous on-line, you must be very careful. If you're trying to be funny (and it's unnatural), it will come off as being very awkward. Also, when first talking to someone, using a funny approach is not a smart idea, as you don't know how it will translate to others, especially because you know nothing about them or how they might react. I could have taken that offensively, though I didn't... I just scoffed at his message. And just a side editorial note, if you can use commas, please don't get lazy on using apostrophes. I'm very critical of how a message reads. Haven't you figured this out yet, guys?
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