Matchmaking

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I figure friends won’t know I’m open to blind dating unless I tell them I am. So I do.

Few people will even consider it.

They seem to think matchmaking holds disastrous potential. I’m not exactly sure why. Everyone involved is an adult. No one will descend into a screaming argument if we’re not romantically compatible. And if a friend of mine enjoys someone’s company, why wouldn’t I? If we don’t turn out to be a match, I’ll have met someone interesting.

Often, people say they’re surprised I haven’t met someone through work or networking. But I don’t date in the work pool. I don’t even think like that in the work pool. In a professional context, we’re professionals—not “men” and “women.”

But these people are correct that work and life put me into contact with amazing people, some of whom have become friends as much as colleagues. And yes, a handful is single.

So, recently, I did unto others as I’ve asked others to do for me: I sent a few friends on blind dates. I had such fun making the introductions—and so far, no one has reported anything negative. Even if I strike out all around, good people met other good people.

My resulting advice: Give matchmaking a shot.

I’ll keep at it, too. So if you’re looking to date, let me know. I’ll happily set you up if I can think of anyone who fits your criteria. (Likewise, if you know any amazing single men who just might be a match for me, send them my way.)

Have you ever matchmade—or tried to matchmake?