Misty River Blog - By Linda Miller
Happy couple Mona and Rob
"I would never pay to find a relationship"
I’m always a bit surprised when people say “I WOULD NEVER PAY TO FIND A RELATIONSHIP” or “I DON’T HAVE TO PAY TO FIND A MAN.” Those people fixate on the putting out of money and not what they are getting for the money. Our clients see the service being provided and the value of that service. It is an investment however isn’t your relationship/partner something worth investing in?
When you join Misty River Introductions you know the people you are meeting have also invested the same amount. Both the men and women are spending their hard-earned money to join. What you can’t take away from that is that everyone is on an even playing field and they are serious about the process.
Finding time to date when you are living life
The prospect of investing our already limited time into finding someone compatible can feel overwhelming and frankly can be exhausting at times. The good news is: it doesn’t have to be. The first step is to stop approaching the search the same way you would tackle a big project.
A True Love Story - Franz and Marsha
Misty River Introduction’s Linda Miller named top 10 Best Canada Matchmakers of 2024!
How to avoid online dating scams.
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!
A True Love Story - Anna and Steve
Misty River Introductions goes beyond simply matching potential singles. We prioritize your safety, offering guidance and coaching to ensure you connect with that special someone who could become your life partner.
A True Love Story - Delicia and Paul
I had the pleasure of meeting Delicia, and I was immediately struck by her incredible personality and charm. She had a multitude of questions for me, starting with whether we specialized in matching individuals who were black or mixed race. She wanted to ensure that we could provide her with high-quality matches who met her specific criteria.
A True Love Story - Steven and Allison
During my interview with Steven, it quickly became evident that he was an avid lover of the outdoors. Residing in Barrie, north of Toronto, he had a deep affinity for nature and participated in various outdoor sports and activities. He expressed frustration about his previous experiences with online dating, where he encountered individuals who had little interest in venturing away from the city streets.
A True Love Story - Theresa and Glen
I had the pleasure of meeting Theresa nearly two decades ago when she became a member of our service. I still remember our first encounter vividly, as she brought me a thoughtful gift of Mohair socks. Theresa had built a successful business around crafting and selling these delightful socks. She owned a farm located south of the city, where she raised Mohair goats and personally sheared their wool.
A True Love Story - Lianne and Jim
Lianne and Jim hold a special place among my favorite couples. Lianne had been a client of ours years ago and had found a happy match. However, after a twenty-year relationship, it came to an end, and Lianne found herself back in the market for a life partner. Having experienced success with matchmaking in the past, she turned to Misty River Introductions for assistance in finding her perfect match.
A True Love Story - Sophia and Bill
Sophia and Bill are a couple I recently connected. What’s intriguing about Sophia is that she had joined Misty River Introductions around three years ago, with specific criteria in mind. She was looking for matches who were over 6 feet tall, university-educated (preferably with an advanced degree), and good-looking. Despite having several individuals who met these criteria, she didn’t find anyone she clicked with at the time.
Advice for Senior Couples Preparing to Get Married and Build a Life Together
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.
Questions for dating post COVID
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.
Love is in the eye of the Beholder
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.
A Different Attitude when Dating as a Senior
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.
A day in the Life of a Matchmaker
When at parties and social gatherings I tend to have a lot of people interested in what I do as a matchmaker.
Having worked as one for the last 26 years I wear a lot of hats.
My first order of business is to screen the people that come to me to make sure they have a reasonable chance of having a good outcome. We have about a 75% success rate but that drops if you take everybody as a client.
Dating Rules and When to Break Them
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.
Has COVID Changed Dating for the Better?
As a matchmaker for the past 26 years, I’m very aware of current trends in the dating scene.
Like many business owners, I was worried about how the COVID lockdowns would affect my business. What I observed over the last year was not only interesting but also a welcoming phenomenon.
As people moved away from meeting in person immediately after receiving contact information for their matches, a kinder, gentler courtship ensued. Everyone had to work a little harder, spend a little more time getting to know each other and make more of an effort to court, charm and disarm.
I want to change the type of people I’m attracted to but don’t know where to start
As a professional matchmaker, I am often asked “How do I change the type of person I’m attracted to?”
I always start by telling people to look back at their life. What is your family of origin like? Were you raised by an emotionally distant father? Does that make you choose men you constantly have to work at to get attention from?