Finding Happy With eHarmony (And a Chance to Win a $100 Visa Gift Card!) (CLOSED)
I think everyone has that friend. That friend who is amazing and fantastic and wonderful, and you just can't figure out why they haven't found The One. In fact, that friend is so amazing and fantastic and wonderful you can't even think of someone to hook them up with because he or she is too good for anybody you know.
Good news, kids. It all works out in the end. In the past year, I've watched not one but two of my most amazing single friends find The One. Just thinking about how happy they are now makes me break out in a smile as big as the sun.
One of those friends, Jennifer, immediately came to mind when I received an email from BlogHer asking if I knew anyone who had found love using eHarmony. Jennifer should work for eHarmony's marketing department because HOOBOY does she sing their praises! Jennifer is an incredibly gorgeous, sweet, outgoing, energetic, and hysterical 30-something who is now engaged to Brian.
I sent Jennifer some questions, and here's what she had to say:
How did you meet?
Well, we first "met" on eHarmony. After a few months of emailing and IMing back and forth, we finally decided to meet for real at Primanti Brothers. Our first date was spent watching the Pens play while we destroyed some sammiches. LOL.
Why did you decide to try eHarmony?
I did it after a dare from a friend! Really!
I had been using another online dating site to meet people for a while and just kept striking out. The guys who would contact me were not my type at all, and the guys I contacted were total duds. My friend Sara and I were talking about how bad the whole dating thing was going when she mentioned that eHarmony has detailed questionnaires that are used to recommend people who are a better match based on personality traits. We joked that any system that thought it could find a match for my personality was crazy. Sara dared me to try it and see what kind of "loser" eHarmony would think would match my personality, so I did.
Only Brian isn't a loser at all! He's the most amazing thing that has ever happened to me. eHarmony was right when it suggested that we meet!
When did you first know Brian was The One?
Oh, that's a good question. I think I knew within the first few minutes of our first date. We just clicked so perfectly! I didn't realize I knew he was the one for another month or so, though. I was telling a friend about Brian, and she asked if we were an official thing. I just kept thinking, "I hope we are!"
That weekend we had "The Talk" and agreed we were an official thing. A year later he proposed!
So, what's next?
WE'RE GETTING MARRIED! Crazy, isn't it? I'm pretty sure my parents thought I was going to be a single cat lady forever. LOL.
The wedding is in March, so we're really busy trying to put together the final details. I know it sounds sappy, but I can't wait to begin spending forever with my best friend.
I kind of want to make fun of Jennifer for her "sappy," but it's way too fantastic seeing her so happy. I'll just sit here and smile instead.
And now a chance for you to smile. BlogHer and eHarmony have given me a $100 Visa gift card to give away. All you have to do to be entered for a chance to win it is to leave a comment telling me what personality trait is a MUST in a partner and why.
Rules:
No duplicate comments.
You may receive (2) total entries by selecting from the following entry methods:
a) Leave a comment in response to the sweepstakes prompt on this post
b) Tweet about this promotion and leave the URL to that tweet in a comment on this post
c) Blog about this promotion and leave the URL to that post in a comment on this post
d) For those with no Twitter or blog, read the official rules to learn about an alternate form of entry.
This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older.
Winners will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail.
You have 72 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected. The Official Rules are available here.
This sweepstakes runs from 2/14/2012 - 3/15/2012.
Visit the BlogHer.com eHarmony page to check out more blogger success stories and for more chances to win!
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Reader Comments (216)
Honesty. Without that there is no trust.
Thanks for the chance.
mogrill12@gmail.com
A passion for the arts is a must-have trait for me - otherwise, I don't see us being able to spend much free time together since my life revolves around them!
I tweeted: https://twitter.com/#!/guettel78/status/179682440707719169
An intelligent sense of humor. I need someone who will "get me" when my humor takes a turn for the subtle. ;)
Boy, that's a tough one. I think equal parts of honesty and humor are critical to survive any relationship!
A sense of humor is a must! I love to laugh and want someone to laugh a long with me!
magickalblessings26{at}gmail{dot}com
Ok since almost everyone has said "sense of humor" I'll try this....the ability to put up with my nutty family.
respect for self and others w/o respect no relationship will last
honesty and sense of humor, laughing together is great for bonding
Consideration and kindness are the important traits to me.
i'd say patience
A good sense of humor and not needing to jabber all the time are essentials for me.
chrisdeglen(at)gmail(dot)com
@chrisdeglen Tweeted -
twitter.com/#!/chrisdeglen/status/179816353232994304
chrisdeglen(at)gmail(dot)com
I agree - sense of humor.
It'll help you and your partner get through the rocky times.
Thank you.
Tweet: https://twitter.com/#!/JalapenoMama/status/179925709500846084
Compassion, above all else. The more I observe successful couples, the more I realize that this is the secret to happiness - it's not fun being in a relationship with someone who goes cold when you're sad or angry.
Honesty! For sure! Thank you!
ptavernie at yahoo dot com
Two absolute must haves - honesty and a sense of humor.
Being trustworthy and fun! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
I think its important to be able to communicate openly and honestly with each other
Integrity was very important to me
Honesty is the most important for me. Without that you can't really build a relationship.
Thanks for the giveaway!
eswright18 at gmail dot com
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eswright18 at gmail dot com
A sense of humor
tweeted https://twitter.com/#!/cdziuba/status/180040216323702784
They have to be decisive. I don't like a partner who can't make up their mind about anything.
tdlsfm(at)gmail(dot)com
Definitely a sense of humor
tweeted
https://twitter.com/#!/hbbs55/status/180053577425895424
has to like music and dance and of course have a sense of humor :)
A sense of humor-cause I like to laugh
I believe that the most important trait in a person is honesty. You can't base anything, especially a relationship, on lies. But upfront and honest. Be yourself.
https://twitter.com/#!/danijebo/status/180020206624706560
I tweeted
Honesty and respect are the most important things for me.
Tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/chipdip2010/status/180087712613810176
A sense of humor. I don't have one so I need a guy to mellow me out.
Honesty is a MUST! I have been lied to so much.
itsjustme62613 at gmail.com
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https://twitter.com/#!/MistySunrise/status/180116100711845888
itsjustme62613 at gmail.com
sense of humor
Sense of humor is the #1 complete must have! You have to be able to laugh at yourself and live's little speed bumps!
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/#!/fozzy33/status/180126359719395328
I have to go with a sense of humor. I love to laugh and I don't take things too seriously. I need that in a partner.
https://twitter.com/#!/xferriza2/status/180159648043773952 @xferriza2
a sense of humor is a must because i take life too seriously
tweet https://twitter.com/#!/jtwark/status/180218870114680833
I would have to say honesty. If you're not honest with me, a relationship just won't work out.
kport207 at gmail dot com
I'll say sense of humor as well. Laughter makes most everything better.
Tweeted
https://twitter.com/#!/tlcfromtn/status/180295418591186945
Integrity is my answer.
humor,need to be able to laugh at each other and with each other
ardelong2(at)gmail(dot)com
Honesty is a must in a partner because I think it's the foundation of every other emotion in a relationship.
lisalmg25 at gmail dot com