Frequently Asked Questions
And yes, as you’d imagine, there are quite a few to discuss.
Q: So like, why are you doing this?
A: To be completely honest, I’m totally over dating apps. I’m over the endless scrolling and swiping, and I wanted to try something different. I always thought I’d meet my future partner out in the wild–bumping into her in a park, or on a crowded subway platform. So unless that happens in the not-too-distant future, here I am living my best life in New York City, while flying solo.
Q: Doesn’t this seem a little…desperate?
A: Why don’t you ask your mom? Look, I’m the true definition of a hopeless romantic, and I work in advertising. I LIVE for a good story, and obviously, great branding.
I’m still on regular dating apps, and I go on plenty of dates. That being said, I find apps to be fairly superficial, and they fail to capture what really makes me unique. My hope is that this whole experiment gives you deeper look into who I am. Here, I don’t have a character limit. You’re reading about me, in a way that is very uniquely me, and yet ultimately you’re the one making the choice. The way I see it–I’m just simply working smarter, not harder.
Q: I’m a proud Italian woman from Long Island with a loud family, and an even louder attitude. Also, I’m shallow. How tall are you?
A: Okay Danielle–calm down before you spill the rest of your White Claw. I’ve addressed this on other parts of the website, so now this is just an admission that you didn’t read carefully.
I’m 5’7”.
And I guarantee you that whatever I lack in height, I make up for elsewhere. Your friends will love me. Your parents will love me. Even that one cousin who’s always secretly trying to one up you, while simultaneously disapproving of your every move will be like, “Okay fine, I like this guy.”
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Q: If you’re so open and transparent, why aren’t there any photos of you on here?
A: Alright, fair question. Despite the fact that there are over eight million people living in New York City, the advertising community is small and well connected, and I’m convinced that everyone knows everyone. The last thing I want is for my co-workers to stumble onto this website, and connect it back to me in some way. Honestly I think they’d be kinda impressed–but I try to draw a very fine line between my personal and professional life. Once we’ve opened a line of communication, I have no problem sharing some of my personal information with you, such as my name and photo.
Q: Are you insane?
A: 🎶 “You may be right. I may be crazy. But it just may be a lunatic you’re looking for.” –Billy Joel
Q: Aren’t you afraid of revealing too much, too early?
A: Frankly, I think this is bullshit. I know what I want, and I know what I like. I am 100% confident that anything you’ve read on this website could’ve easily come up in conversation on a first date. I’m a very open and honest person, and honestly, I think more people should be this transparent. Besides, if anything you read here is a potential dealbreaker, wouldn’t you rather know up front? In the end, it’s really just saving us both time. That being said, if you’re looking to learn more about me, this is probably the best place to start.
Q: What’s the response been to all of this?
It’s easy to be jaded about dating in NYC, but it’s even easier to be optimistic. There’s over eight million people within these five boroughs, and I truly believe that many of them are as fed up with the status quo of modern dating as I am. At the end of the day, I’m just another New Yorker looking for love. I just decided to go about it in a totally bizarre and creative way. Something, something, in order to make an omelette, you have to break a few eggs.
I’ve encountered plenty of people who were initially intrigued by this idea, but then ultimately decide that this is a bit too weird for them. Honestly, I totally understand that. This isn’t for everyone, but that’s actually the point. I’m not looking for someone who’s just dipping their toes in the water–I’m looking for someone who’s ready to dive in. Those who have actually followed through to a date, have found themselves in some pretty good company, if I do say so myself.
If you’re hesitant about this, I would encourage you to just try it anyway. Even in the absolute worst case scenario, you end up ghosting me, and you leave with a pretty great story to tell your friends. Or talk about on your dating podcast. But in the best case scenario, I could literally be love of your life. So live a little, and let’s grab a drink.
Q: I work in the media. How do I contact you?
A: For all media inquiries, please email omgdateme@gmail.com
