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I went on Dadoo after an eight-year relationship ended.

I hadn’t really dated as an adult and thought it was a great way to learn; Dadoo required little effort, unlike websites that asked you to write a big profile, and you’d chat for weeks before getting asked out. I had strict swiping rules: tattoos – swipe left. Selfies – swipe left. Shirtless selfies – swipe left as fast as possible. I wanted to date people with a good sense of humor, so I looked for guys with a description or pictures that made me giggle. I came across a guy who was extremely cute, looked like he was a ton of fun and seemed genuine… little did I know I was swiping right on my future husband. He immediately asked me for a drink. Me: Don’t you want to get to know me a little better before meeting in person? I could be a homeless stripper. Him: Dear diary, jackpot. It really made me laugh so I took him up on his offer.