It's not just here, but in other social networks I am on as well. Perhaps the fact that I have longer hair than most guys do, but I find it a little disturbing when I get emails from people asking me right off the bat if I want to go out..
..and they happen to be from guys.
I have no trouble with peoples own sexual preferences, however I do believe that I am fairly clear as to what I seek, and it isn't guys.
I'm on other places too online and I'm not seeking anything at all in those places, and I get people all the time that don't even bother to see what I am about, or start asking me questions about things that I have already made clear about myself in those profiles.
Is anybody reading peoples profiles at all, or do they just judge somebody by a pic (hmm, I guess I do have nice hair) and go for it? I suppose for some its all about what you look like (or appear to look like) and that is all that matters?
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lacyvsq
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Sep 26 @ 6:27PM
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I think it is just guys who don't bother reading profiles... 
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Mmmmmmmmm
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Sep 26 @ 6:33PM
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Guys just look at the pics. That's why I deleted almost all of my profile.
I like your hair, btw, and it's clear to me that you're a guy. I also like what you wrote in your profile. Hope you find a good woman in Indiana!
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chacha21404
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Sep 26 @ 6:37PM
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Maybe you shouls show your face in your photos 
nice hair
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gmichael52
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Sep 26 @ 6:48PM
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Well, I will say this in regards to how these guys are approaching people. And this is coming from a guy.
1. Read peoples profiles. That way you have an idea what the person is all about and if you do talk to them, it shows that you took the time and it shows them that you have genuine interest. Here's another tip: by reading other peoples profiles, you can also figure out if they are a woman or a guy too.
2. I happened to comment on some other peoples blogs and I recieved three emails from guys saying stuff like "oh yes I completely agree with you. Do you want to get together?" If that is your approach, then your approach sucks. You might as well post a picture of yourself with a giant sign screaming "Desperate."
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DeeLaMarie
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Sep 26 @ 6:49PM
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Read your profile. Can't see your face, but yep, nice hair. Don't sweat the gay e-mails. Its the internet, no one can hurt you and you need not get disturbed, no big whoop!
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xoSweetAngelxo
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Sep 26 @ 6:50PM
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There are a lot of people who don't read the profiles and just sees the pic and is like email! It gets frustrating and I know what you are talking about. 
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anaugustrose
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Sep 26 @ 6:51PM
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I know how you feel about getting emails/winks from same sex.......women do that to women also!! btw nice hair......I would just block 'em and ignore it.
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jm0405
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Sep 26 @ 6:57PM
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I figured out early on that folks only care about looks and that pic - ignore the profile. I delete the email when they say, "What do you want?" or "What are you looking for?" Had they read the profile, they would know. You made great points on your blog and responses!!
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ElohimInfernos
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Sep 26 @ 7:00PM
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LOL. I'll swap with you. About the only email I get is people bitching at me because they don't like my opinions.
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MamaBird2K
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Sep 26 @ 7:12PM
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Being from the generation I am, the long hair is something I find appealing, but you are very definitely a guy! And yes, I read your profile (I do that before I talk to anyone) and you seem to be a neat person. Who knows why there's so many turkeys out there? We gals have the same trouble.
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RomanticLibra106
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Sep 26 @ 7:29PM
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Nice hair but you should show your face. I can definitely tell you're a guy though. I don't know what's up with these guys who ask you out. They could be gay or bi or they're just teasing you. You should have one that shows your face though. It would help imo. This is the net and anything can happen here so don't sweat the small stuff. Ignore them.
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dallas1995
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Sep 26 @ 7:30PM
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read profiles? males...females? 
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luvmycats
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Sep 26 @ 7:43PM
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Hello fellow Hoosier! 
You seem to see what the problem is, I suggest you put a pic up that shows you are obviously a man.  (the guys with no shirts seem to be getting lots of emails)  Just a thought.
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ManishBoy69
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Sep 26 @ 8:01PM
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you guys think these are real? wow... 
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relentless218
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Oct 29 @ 5:27AM
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 susan here!!
im writing this at 5:03 am after one of those toss turning sleeps...
I am not usually online at the conventional hour....In any event
its more than obvious that the chances of us meeting are slim..as u
can see by my profile....and thats too bad it would be great conversation
at best!!
the one thing ive learned being on line is that things(or people) are seldom what they appear...whether they are insecure or like a lot of folks hide behind the keyboard (so to speak) the internet allows for some exageration,embelishments etc...as long as there is no foul play (scammers or any other hurtful intentions) For me i still think meeting people out there in the grocery store,library,etc(real world) may be the better way...more direct.....with that said i do wish u the best here and if all else fails you can meet potential friends if not more intimate than you might like.....im on several sites i started out when the internet just took off and oddly went on international sites as i have a interest in cultures all over the globe and I am curious by nature...another words it wasnt my intent to use the internet as a dating stage....Ive have never (literally )met anyone from this site but from a few others a few turned into good friendships, others well lets just say i wish i had a nice solid bull dog with me at the time.................Notice i didnt mention your hair, your being thin...etc you are who u are...but i do have one observation to make if i may (not a criticism)...try not to be too hard on people their just like u and me and as i said earlier some are insecure and may not know how to approach,and you have to bear in mind that internet dating is like walking into a casino...Never know what you will walk into or away with!!!! Its a mere toss of the dice...at best just enjoy those that you do find intriguing and those you feel comfortable with........susan
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