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Old 03-15-2010, 11:05 PM
 
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This is what i've been told by men on several occassions. It just takes more that 3 dates for me to warm up to a person. I have a quiet personality anyway. I don't get it? Do most men like gregarious type of women? If so I don't have a chance because I'm the more reserved and subdued type. I guess I better start stocking up on kitty litter.
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Old 03-15-2010, 11:08 PM
 
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This is what i've been told by men on several occassions. It just takes more that 3 dates for me to warm up to a person. I have a quiet personality anyway. I don't get it? Do most men like gregarious type of women? If so I don't have a chance because I'm the more reserved and subdued type. I guess I better start stocking up on kitty litter.
Well, honey, people date to have fun. They're looking for someone to have fun with.

That being said, I'm also someone who takes a very long time to warm up to other people. When I do, it's a night v day difference That's just how it is before we figure each other out.
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Old 03-15-2010, 11:31 PM
 
Location: CA
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Watch the cat lady references - cold, unemotional people don't make good cat caretakers anyway.

In all seriousness, I'm quiet and reserved too (but not cold and unemotional, and I do have a bunch of cats and buy a lot of cat litter). I've wondered in the past if my reserve has cost me potential relationships but discovered that the right person will be intrigued and eager to find out more. I'm quite happy with how it has turned out. I've very much enjoyed becoming ever gradually more comfortable with him and he has enjoyed getting to know me more and more.
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Old 03-15-2010, 11:39 PM
 
Location: The High Seas
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Still waters run deep. Stay the way you are.
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Old 03-15-2010, 11:58 PM
 
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This is what i've been told by men on several occassions. It just takes more that 3 dates for me to warm up to a person. I have a quiet personality anyway. I don't get it? Do most men like gregarious type of women? If so I don't have a chance because I'm the more reserved and subdued type. I guess I better start stocking up on kitty litter.
I've been told the same.
I've also been told that I am quite easy to get along with. I think it's down to the two people communicating.
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Old 03-16-2010, 12:37 AM
 
Location: California
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I "fake it" until I actually "feel it" (no, not THAT!!) I can tell pretty quickly if I'm going to be able to connect with someone.
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Old 03-16-2010, 12:41 AM
 
Location: southern california
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interesting i am opposite extremelly emotional.
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Old 03-16-2010, 12:44 AM
 
Location: Tempe, AZ
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This is what i've been told by men on several occassions. It just takes more that 3 dates for me to warm up to a person. I have a quiet personality anyway. I don't get it? Do most men like gregarious type of women? If so I don't have a chance because I'm the more reserved and subdued type. I guess I better start stocking up on kitty litter.
I have been told the same before, but I figure that the guys and I were a poor match. Other guys have liked my quiet and calm demeanor and logical mind. It really is just a matter of taste
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Old 03-16-2010, 03:01 AM
 
Location: Texas
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It's a matter of taste, but you can see how someone might feel defensive and turn hateful if you're seeming quiet or 'cold' instead of making them seem like they're really showing you a good time by being more outgoing, talkative, etc.

No one wants to work that hard on the first dates. And if it feels like pulling teeth, it's not as fun.

I think you should be who you are. But understand that a lot of people are going to act that way.
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Old 03-16-2010, 03:50 AM
 
Location: SWUS
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I can see where you could have a hard time opening up until the third date or so, but keep in mind that a lot of guys like to see warmth right off the bat. There are few things more attractive to a guy than a genuine smile and laughter.

Out of curiosity, though, what do you do when you're on dates? Please explain?
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