Goldeneye Goes Internet Dating
Well, as mentioned yesterday, Goldeneye is going internet dating.
I have had a couple of emails encouraging me to do this, one saying do it, put it on the blog it’ll be a laugh !
A laugh for others I am sure but this has disaster written all over it.
Anyhoo, my profile is done (went live yesterday afternoon) and on the site.
I am, of course, sharing all this with everyone here so below is a link to my page on Plenty of Fish so you can see it’s all true etc.
Dating Profile
If and when anything happens I shall add comments to this post.
As this post moves down the page any update comments can be seen in the recent comments feature on the right - prefixed by Dating Update
About Plenty of Fish
This was not the best one to go with but it was free. Consequently it has gained a massive following, better known in the US than here though. The owner makes his money from the contextual advertising on the site. Currently, $100,000 a month and he has no employees !
There has been talk in SEO circles that he scraped other dating sites for user pictures and profiles to make his site seem more popular and in order to get it started.
I am going to cross check some searches with Dating Direct later and see if I can spot any matches for the Grimsby area.
So there we go, let the entertainment begin, my profile is a provisional page which I can/will edit, if I’ve missed anything on it or you have any suggestions let me know.
I just know this is going to be a fiasco - how could it not be with me involved ?
Rod said,
November 2, 2006 @ 9:08 am
Dating Update.
I have had my first email, telling me I have 2 messages waiting for me (they do not give your email address to others, they have an internal message service)
That was quick, logged into site, one was an administration message and here is the other, from a man!.
Jesus, I knew this was a stupid idea, I cannot walk around a park without incident what did I think would happen when attempting something like this?
Jordan said,
November 2, 2006 @ 9:36 am
Friv Rod.
Like I have told you before. ‘Why change a good thing?’ Stick to what you know.
Your life would only get more complicated and ‘risky’. Haven’t the Golf ball and dog incidents taught you anything?
Why would you want someone invading ‘La Casa Goldeneye?’ Male or female?!!!
Sit down with good Claret and a cig and realise that what I say is true, stop these turbulent trips out, get your groceries delivered via the internet, get Free view, and an exercise bike; you may never have to exit La Casa again.
Learn from SC and LB, both hermits of the first order.
Jordan the Sage
Rod said,
November 2, 2006 @ 9:57 am
Jordan,
Why would you want someone invading ‘La Casa Goldeneye?’ Male or female?!!!
I have to concur, all you say makes pefect sense and I agree with you entirely.
No good can/will come of all this - it was suggested by someone yesterday that I may meet the woman of my dreams, more probable is a bunny-burning psycho, the woman of my nightmares.
Or even worse someone looking for a husband !!!!!!!
I may refer later on to your comment and say
“Why didn’t I listen to Jordan?”
Cheers
Rod
Witches of Eastwick said,
November 2, 2006 @ 2:35 pm
Rod, we need to get that photo of you changed once and for all. Couldn’t put my finger on it initially but am now convinced it says Village People all over it. Lets hope the winter version says 007 ….
If all else fails, the Witches hope that Rod Collins Esq and Irwin R Shyster will be very happy together! WoE
Little Brother said,
November 2, 2006 @ 3:30 pm
Rod,
When did you start drinking three times a week?
Rod said,
November 2, 2006 @ 4:02 pm
WoE,
Ummmm, not sure I’m too keen on that comparison. You could be right though, I need more photos!
Rod said,
November 2, 2006 @ 4:03 pm
LB
That was the highest amount I could select from the options!
You’ll note that it does use the > greater than symbol, meaning more than 3x so my conscience is clear
Rod said,
November 2, 2006 @ 4:50 pm
Dating Update
message from a woman in Tampa Florida !
I knew this was going to be a fiasco
Little Brother said,
November 2, 2006 @ 10:32 pm
Rod,
If you’re not interested in the photo exchange tell her Mr Chapman of Lincoln is, his guts are full of Cornish nasties this week so it should make for a raunchy photo shoot…gourmet food source regeret that they will be unable to fullfill any photographic requests of this nature.
Rod said,
November 3, 2006 @ 9:48 am
Dating Update
I’ve been doing searches on the dating site and narrowing girls down who live around here. I think I should have done this before as the results were not all that exciting !
Many did not have pictures and most that did were not immediately enticing (unlike mine I hear you cry derisively)
One lovely girl from Cleethorpes did catch my eye though, there was just something about her, can’t put my finger on it though.
Aye Caramba !
This picture and her details are definately scraped from other sites which is the only reason I show it here.
Jordan said,
November 3, 2006 @ 11:04 am
Desperate Rod
JESUS!!!!
I think you need to move location! Rough and Ruff.
I bet this girl thinks Jimmy Choo is a Chinese take-away!
Style above Substance - Always !
Make a note of your logo, PLEASE!!!!
Jordan
Shane said,
November 3, 2006 @ 11:59 am
Rod Said -
One lovely girl from Cleethorpes did catch my eye though, there was just something about her, can’t put my finger on it though.
Reply -
Looks as though she could do with some support !
and while you are round there those curtains could do with a wash ?
Rod said,
November 3, 2006 @ 12:01 pm
Jordan
excellent ! Once again you hit the nail both squarely and wittily on the head.
I think it was the skin tight black rubber dress that did it. I had a flashback and remembered walking up the steps in a night club behind a girl similarly attired, that got me into all sorts of trouble !
I think Dating Direct looks like a much better bet - it’s that or move as you suggest!
Enjoy the weekend
Rod
Shane said,
November 3, 2006 @ 12:02 pm
Jordan said,
November 3, 2006 @ 11:04 am
Desperate Rod
JESUS!!!!
I think you need to move location! Rough and Ruff.
I bet this girl thinks Jimmy Choo is a Chinese take-away!
Style above Substance - Always !
Reply -
I agree with you Jordan !
Jesus - what the …..
Shane said,
November 3, 2006 @ 12:09 pm
Rod said,
November 3, 2006 @ 9:48 am
her details are definately scraped from other sites
uuuuuuuuurrrrrrrrr …..
Reply -
Why not just get yourself a Hobby or even a Pet !
Rod said,
November 3, 2006 @ 12:16 pm
Shane,
good idea!
I may take up bowls as I am now in my dotage. I was told yesterday by two girls that, not only am I old but also I look my age
I am so upset I am thinking of cancelling the Goldeneye Staff Christmas Party!
Rod said,
November 3, 2006 @ 12:20 pm
Dating Update
Just received this email
I think I’ll stay in and wash my hair!
Witches of Eastwick said,
November 3, 2006 @ 1:07 pm
Rod, pardon our ignorance but is internet dating a bit like an estate agency, ie. property of the month etc. If so would you describe yourself as a sturdy build but in need of underpinning …. or refurbished to a high standard with a charming outlook? I think more, a unique property standing in it’s own grounds, to let, viewing essential! WoE
Shane said,
November 3, 2006 @ 1:10 pm
Rod Said -
I am so upset I am thinking of cancelling the Goldeneye Staff Christmas Party!
Shane - Reply
I might as well cancel mine as well then !
Shane said,
November 3, 2006 @ 1:13 pm
Rod Said -
I may take up bowls as I am now in my dotage. I was told yesterday by two girls that, not only am I old but also I look my age
Reply - Perhaps you should have clicked the 40 to 50 box !
” Good Luck “
Rod said,
November 3, 2006 @ 1:30 pm
WoE,
if I were a piece of real estate is expect I would be:
A period property, a little run-down and in need of repair.
Lacks curbside appeal and in need of modernization
Not quite the property most suitable buyers are seeking but probably of some use to the deperate or homeless!
Priced to reflect defects
Viewing strictly by appointment and best from a distance
Rod said,
November 3, 2006 @ 1:34 pm
Shane
I might as well cancel mine as well then !
Be gentle when you tell the staff, if they are anything like mine they will be gutted. It’ll save me a fortune though, my staff all seem to be heavy drinkers!
I may spend Xmas in Lincoln this year instead!
Witches of Eastwick said,
November 3, 2006 @ 6:51 pm
Rod, perhaps you haven’t been marketed correctly. As grade II listed you should be sought after …. have you got any of your original features and are you open to offers?! We note your reluctance to move so assume you might be a static van in the eyes of some. Here’s hoping you won’t be vacant for long, it might affect your value ….. on a cheery note we understand Homes & Garden are featuring you as their November centrefold! WoE
Rod said,
November 3, 2006 @ 7:23 pm
WoE,
I have all my original period features, that is the trouble I think.
If I could get some new ones things might be easier.
I wanted to be the H&G centrefold in June when the weather is warmer, it was very cold outside today when they took the shot!
Little Brother said,
November 3, 2006 @ 10:33 pm
Rod,
A relationship with one of us is definately a grade two listed-nothing to build on! Once you weed out all the ones describing themselves as cuddly (fat) there’s usually only benefit cheats left, give it up before it gets expensive.
Rod said,
November 4, 2006 @ 8:47 am
LB
give it up before it gets expensive.
Amen to that brother!
I may well take your advice, I’m too old for all this anyway.
Witches of Eastwick said,
November 4, 2006 @ 10:37 am
Rod, we have some good friends who answered a national newspaper ad and are still very happy two years on. Apparently you listen to recorded messages then decide whether to reply. If you go for this, we suggest leaving out quotes like “hot chicks” and “what’s in it for me”!
You mustn’t give up though, it’s just that we haven’t hit on the right plan yet but one of us will dream up something to work with surely. For the interim you could take up pottery ….. this idea may not be as daft as you think, remember Patrick Swayze? We must warn you that our other plans start to get a little bizarre but we are enjoying the creative process no end. WoE
Rod said,
November 4, 2006 @ 11:42 am
WoE
we suggest leaving out quotes like “hot chicks” and “what’s in it for me”!
That’s my whole spiel out of the window then.
As to Swayze, the less said about him the better. He’s responsible for Dirty Dancing, the ultimate chick flick which finishes him for me!
Regards
Rod
Witches of Eastwick said,
November 4, 2006 @ 12:38 pm
Rod, going back to the life changing list … what progress have you made?
Rod said,
November 4, 2006 @ 1:45 pm
WoE,
as of today
Get a Job - no progress at all
Start Building More Websites Again - started something last week, more to come
Get a Full Time Official Girlfriend - as per this thread
Join a Gym - working out here at home now, will look into this
Go Away Somewhere Hot - all suitable spots too far away and too much trouble
Make an Effort to Seriously Sell Books Again - going to have a push at this Sunday onwards
Drink and Smoke Less - cut backs as of Monday
Rod said,
November 5, 2006 @ 9:17 am
Dating Update:
Message from a woman who lives in Hull
It sounds like the other side of the world to me !
Witches of Eastwick said,
November 5, 2006 @ 1:03 pm
Rod, the bridge would be a fiscal barrier
Mustang Sally said,
November 5, 2006 @ 1:15 pm
Hi, I look like Pamela Anderson and men say I am hot, hot, hot. I think I am close to every mans dream of what the perfict woman should be and reading your stuff over the past weeks, I am sure I could be the woman for you. If I get fed up with you I will of course take half the house. So how about it then?
Rod said,
November 5, 2006 @ 5:12 pm
Rod, the bridge would be a fiscal barrier
Some of the women who live Up North across the river may also be a barrier.
I was not surprised to see that the girl that contacted me had no picture on her page !
Rod said,
November 5, 2006 @ 5:15 pm
Sally
thanks for taking the time to comment. If you do indeed resemble the iconic hot chick Pammy then you are most fortunate, as would I be were I to meet you.
As to half the house, I would probably go for that, worht every penny !
Regards
Rod
Rod said,
November 17, 2006 @ 10:40 am
Dating Update
Aye Caramba !