Black And White Dating

Cherie & Michael -
California, United States

Married October 2014

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Too Good to Be True, or Right on the Money?

Cheri was no stranger to online dating. “I wanted to find someone who was looking for a long-term relationship,” she informs us. “I was very confident that he was out there and I just had to stay positive. And keep an open mind!”

Michael was a little warier of dipping his toe in the dating waters. “I had a hard time meeting quality people,” he recalls. “Because I had tried online dating before, I was not very confident.”

It took about three months for them to find each other’s profile on our site. Michael found “Chermc” first and was intrigued enough to send her an email. “Her profile had all the qualities I was looking for.”

Cheri responded after looking at his profile, but worried that “Moon_Song” seemed too perfect. “I thought his profile was too good to be true!” But one thing was certain — she wanted to meet him. “He was very much my type and seemed to have all the qualities I was looking for. But I never believed I would find them all in one person.”

But when they finally met face-to-face, she was grateful she had kept an open mind. “He was very handsome!” Michael thought Cheri’s smile was more beautiful in person than in her profile pic. They instantly clicked! When asked what was most surprising about their first date, they almost simultaneously answer, “How comfortable I felt!” Both singles were certain they would get together again.

With one date after another, the pair developed a strong rapport. Cheri learned that Michael’s “too good to be true” profile was right on the money. “I appreciate how kind and loving he is,” Cheri says. “He has great compassion and is truly someone I can be comfortable being myself around. He’s so easy to be with.”

For his part, Michael was sure glad he clicked “send” on that first email. “She’s so beautiful, and so easy-going,” he marvels. “I never knew what my ‘type’ was but when I met her in person, I was more comfortable being with her than anyone I had ever met before.”

“Michael makes me happy and I feel totally content with my life,” says Cheri. “I just had to stay positive and wait for him to come along.” Michael nods. “Finding Cheri has brought me more peace and happiness than I thought possible. I have a new vision for my future, and it involves us both.”

Any advice for others hoping to find love like they did? Cheri says, “Face each encounter with an open mind!” Michael agrees, adding, “Keep a positive attitude. Be genuine, be yourself, be persistent, and don’t be afraid to reach out.” Then he laughs. “Oh, and tell the truth, too. If you fudge, you WILL be found out!”

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