Sex Predators May Be on Online Dating Services
Online Dating Magazine, an industry watchdog publication for online daters, has issued a warning to single parents about sex offenders and sex predators who may be using online dating services to find potential victims.
“The issue of sex offenders using online dating services isn’t a big problem,” says Joe Tracy, Publisher of Online Dating Magazine. “However once in awhile it does happen and recent events have caused us to issue this warning to help protect single parents and their children.”
The warning comes after a child advocacy group, Parent’s for Megan’s Law, received anonymous emails that a convicted child molestor named Michael Bradley was using online dating service Match.com. The advocacy group set up a sting, posting a fake profile of a mother of two boys and emailing Bradley. He responded, which is a violation of his parole. As a result, Bradley’s computer was confiscated and he faces the possibility of having his parole revoked.
“It is the responsibility of consumers to protect their safety and that of their families, so do not rely on the assurances of dating sites that attempt to screen out predators,” said Dr. James Houran, spokesperson and feature columnist for Online Dating Magazine. “The best protection is to use your head in matters of the heart. Do not get so caught up in the excitement of online dating that you are not constantly alert – instead assume everyone online is a potential predator.”
Online Dating Magazine recommends the following five tips that parents should follow when using an online dating service:
Silly Dating Advice Our Parents Gave Us
God knows I’ve had my share of silly advice from parents, grandparents and random elders.
It may not be “dating” advice per sa, but what about the “Always wear clean underwear in case you’re in an accident?”
My grandma always told me that “one sure way to stay out of trouble with a boy was to wear the worst pair of ripped up underwear you had - that way you’re sure not to wanna get nekkid!”
Com’on, I know you have some stories to share. What’s in your memory?
Tags: dating, advice, tips, funny, humor
How to Catch a Cheater
I have to admit, I’m a huge fan of Firefox for so many different reasons. One of the primary reasons is the ability to monitor online activity of those in your household.
If you have kids using the internet or have a spouse or partner you think you might need to check up on, try this…
Make Firefox the default browser. Don’t give them any option on which one to use.
Now click on Tools >> Options >> Security >> Check “Remember Passwords” >> Click the “Show Passwords” button.
There you have it. A complete list of all websites, usernames and passwords.
It sure beats going out and paying an arm and a leg for an investigator or even one of those internet tracking programs.
Tags: cheating, how to catch a cheating spouse, dating, relationships, infidelity, cyber sex, emotional affair
10 Green Dates
The word on the street these days is green, and there’s no reason an earth-friendly sensibility can’t sneak into your love life, too. It’s the time of year to get outside and do right by your planet, especially if you have a new crush to share it with. And who knows? Your low-impact living may have a big impact on that someone special.
1. Go to market.
What could be more fun than wandering around an outdoor market with your new squeeze and taste-testing all of the area’s best foods? Grab a yummy selection of cheeses, fruits, and vino (or organic lemonade) and head to a favorite park to enjoy the wares. This particular date activity supports local growers and makes your tummies happy. More ambitious? Buy a share in a local community farm and enjoy a basket of fresh produce every week to create delicious dinners at home. Find a list of farmer’s markets nationwide by clicking on the map at www.ams.usda.gov/farmersmarkets/map.htm.
2. Stroll under the stars.
Getting out in nature makes you want to protect it. For a romantic and environmentally-conscious alternative to dinner-and-a-movie, try a local nighttime stargazing outing. Find one in your area by visiting your state’s parks website—for instance, in California, it’s www.parks.ca.gov.
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