Warning to those who meet new people online... Just be careful.

I operate a couple of singles groups in my local area and needed to remind everyone, females especially, that just because someone says "I'm a member of such and such group", doesn't mean that it's safe to visit them at their home or alone anyplace.

I can't stress enough, that even though you might think you have
"screened" or we have screened members in regard to requiring personal information about themselves in their profiles, doesn't mean that they are safe to be around or that they are even being honest. Remember, that we're dealing with the internet and anyone can put anything in their profiles, but it truly doesn't tell you about their character or who they really are or what their history is. It doesn't tell you about their past, their preferences, their "real" marital status. Nor, does it let you know if "the member" has a history of date rape, alcohol abuse, drug abuse or whatever you deem as unsafe or undesirable. Sexual predators are not welcome in my groups and the females in these groups are not here for their entertainment.

I created my groups as a safe place to make friendships, have some good clean fun and if something positive as far as a relationship comes from it, then that's great, but I know there are alot of predators out there and believe me when I say, they will not step forward and tell you about their past or present desires if it is of a dangerous nature or something which might make you feel uncomfortable. You need to protect yourself and not allow anyone to endanger you or anyone you care about.

If you are approached by someone online, you should still always maintain a bit of caution and use your better judgement. I truly believe that in any kind of relationship, you're better off to get to know them in a friendship setting, gain them as friends first. People always show their true colors over a period of time. If you are unsure about the type of person you are contemplating meeting in person, feel free to see if any of the other members know or have met this person and we might have more information about them as to if they've ever even attended a gathering. People like to use the groups as a tool to gain entry into other peoples lives, making the other person have a false level of comfort and security. Don't fall victim to this type of come on.

Many people are members, but they don't post (lurking is fine in most cases and understandable until they feel comfortable with the nature of the group), but alot of times, you find lurkers who literally do not have good intentions. The ones who are simply here looking for sex!! Remember that this is not our number one priority and I can't stress enough how important it is when meeting people via the internet that you need to be extremely cautious.

I've made some great friendships and I look forward to making many more.