The Stalkerishness of Online Dating, 2.0*

‘Online’ Meeting

“Why do I think I know you?”

Yes, I am related to a lot of people, and I feel like I know the rest, but no, I am not actually related to everyone.

Seeing people and trying to figure out where I have seen them before is difficult sometimes. I’ve seen you doing an activity, at a wedding, in your truck, holding that prized fish, walking your dog...

Ah, of course! I have stalked your online profile!

I know that your favourite food is pizza.

I know that you are looking for a “short-term thing, nothing serious.”

I know your profile says you are 6'1 — you little exaggerator, you!

What now? Do I nod? Say “Hello”? Pretend you don’t exist?

Help me out here!