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Question about online forms to request a date.
Misty See my TER Reviews 3879 reads
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I'd like to ask more questions on my date request form.  It gives me a good sense of how our date will go.

What types of questions would you like to see asked before a date to ensure success?

Would these be inappropriate?
age
marital status
fetishes
expectations
description of oneself

-- Modified on 9/12/2004 4:37:55 PM


I personally wouldn't have any problems with any of the questions, but I think some guys would have a problem with age & marital status particularly if they are new to the hobby.

Just my thoughts.

I have to say I prefer the guys who are happily attached because it can get messy at times.  Thinking back, I realize married men get attached to their lovers as well.

In Medicine, they say to never pull a lab test unless you know what you're going to do with the result.  So my question to you is:  Based on marital status response, what will you do differently / with the result?

I like the idea of telling someone about expectations, but the danger you run is the guys start putting into email / documentation sexual terms that put you at LE risk.

While I completely understand and applaud Misty's thoughts towards making it a better experience, unfortunately, there has to be some things left unsaid for the safety of both parites. It is too bad, becuase it could really make for a better experience, but the ones seeking that will usually put the time into communicating anyway.

Agree. There is nothing like a good phone conversation to judge the level of compatibility. Unfortunately, many providers do not want to take the time to talk on phone because some guys are not serious "buyers", ie. window shopping, thrill of just talking to provider, and very popular women would be on the phone all day.

For what its worth, I never fill out forms. Leaves a paper trail for the less scrupulous ones out there.

Moreover, it is a rather cold start to what is suppposed to be a warm activity.

Of course, everyone has different comfort levels; I respect your conscientiousness. (gee that's a long word).

Since none of these have anything to do with verification, they have no place, IMO. Furthermore, they, especially age, could be interpreted to be screening-out questions. "Expectations" might be optional, but as pointed out above, are great entrapment questions [LE] as well.

Trying to enhance the experience is a good gesture, however, the success of the date will depend upon how the individuals react and interact with each other.  Personally, I prefer not to complete very detailed and specific on-line forms.  They seem too impersonal and cold and open the door for a documentation trail.  That said, some providers require such a response in order to meet, and in that case, it becomes an educated decision as to whether I participate or not. Too many ultra-specific and personal questions tend to turn me off.  After all, does it really matter as to marital status?  And if you decide to ask the age question, I'd suggest it be presented as a range, such as 'which age category are you in?'.. 20-30, 30-40, 40-50, over 50.... One other consideration might be to spend a few moments at the beginning of a session discussing the guidelines and expectations just so there is no misunderstanding.  Many times, I will ask if there are special things that I might do to please my partner and/or if there are any things that she would rather not experience.  That usually sets a pretty good tone for fun!

You can learn a lot about someone from their reviews.  From their turn-ons and turn-offs, generosity, pickiness, sense of humor, style, and maybe even intelligence.

I'd give my TER handle if asked but I don't know if I'm in the minority.
-b

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