How We Met

“I was in my 30’s and most people I seemed to meet at the bars were early 20’s to mid-20’s and I didn’t feel like I had much in common with them and was also at a different place in my career than these individuals. I wanted to meet people who were professionals and who also worked hard. I figured they would better understand the demands I was facing in terms of building a business. I really like the fact that the matchmakers interviewed me. I believe it allowed them to learn more about me and what I was looking for vs just filling out something online. I felt comfortable with the process of just having lunch and knowing that each person was interested in determining if this was someone they were interested in. Our first date was fun, comfortable and easy. The conversation flowed and it was natural. I remember seeing her walk towards me as I was thinking….I hope that’s Lori!”

I loved the fact that I didn't have to sit and chat with people on a computer! I really felt safe with the process. Unlike online dating, I knew that I wasn't going to meet a prince from Africa who needed me to send $1,000. The It’s Just Lunch team knows their clients. I liked meeting people in person. I also enjoyed the food and trying new restaurants.

Brian and Angie

What was it like working with the It's Just Lunch matchmakers?
Hope and the team in Denver did a fantastic job of listening to my preferences and concerns. The IJL process pushed me outside of my comfort zone. Giving feedback on the dates seemed a little superficial at first, but then I realized that if I don't get clear about what I'm looking for and have the courage to communicate what I need, then I'll never find the right person.

Do you have any advice for singles who might be considering signing up with Its Just Lunch?
I was deterred by the cost at first. Now, I consider it the most important investment of my life.

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My dating life was totally scattered, unorganized and unfulfilling. I tried doing online dating and it was too much for me. I had just started Stella*s PopKern and, as a single mother, I just found the whole online dating thing completely unmanageable and daunting. I wanted someone who knew me to “fix me up” and when a friend suggested IJL, I did some research and found it to be the right “match” for me at that moment. My matchmaker was amazing and she really understood where I was in my life. After spending time on the phone with her, I was ready to join IJL. She was instrumental in setting Rick and I up.

Our first date was super awesome and chill. There was never a lull in our conversation. I found Rick to be engaging, intelligent, witty and outright fun! We were set up at restaurant in the city and bonded over delicious food and wine.

“It’s easy to do online dating; anybody can do it. I wanted somebody who was serious about finding someone and wanted a real long-term relationship. With online dating, you can go back and forth and waste a month with someone and not really get to know them. With It’s Just Lunch, you go meet your match and if you like them, you see them again, and if you don’t, you’re done. It’s Just Lunch – is just a lot of fun!”