Synopsis:
“Do You Like Curry Chicken?” He asked. I laugh out loud.
“Out of so many foods, you ask about Curry Chicken” I said and he was confused with my reply.
“Do you know that ‘Curry Chicken’ carries another meaning in Asia, in Cantonese to be précised? ‘Curry Chicken’ means love bite.” “So, please don’t ask me this question in public, okay? As I don’t know whether to answer you or not. Hahaha… I can’t stop laughing now.” I explained to him and continued laughing.
Now, he laughs and can’t stop laughing as well.
That was one of the many laughter I have shared – with my happy encounter, i.e. Mr. GG, during that short period of time.
Chapter 1 - I Met Someone
“Recently, there’s a guy that I get to know, seems like a good guy. So, I think I might give it a try.” Lene says.
“Good for you! I’m so happy to hear that.” Instantly, I reply to her.
It was one of the usual Saturday early mornings, where I would join my girl friend, Lene, for a morning walk at any park in Singapore. Today, we opt for Henderson Wave Park. Inhaling the fresh air and seeing all those greenery plants, indeed is a good way to recharge our energy after a long week. Getting some sweat makes me feel good too.
After sharing and exchanging several topics about our work and each other’s recent activities, Lene brought up her recent encounter with a guy.
Both of us have been ‘solo’ or single for almost three to four years now. I did join her and registered ourselves for the paid match-making professional services in Singapore. That was two years ago. Well… yeah, we were introduced to a bunch of single men, but… no fruitful outcome (if I have to say it frankly). We quit that paid service before clocking the one-year contract we signed.
Actually, we are not the type that really actively searching for partner but just trying to do something for ourselves or grab some chances to meet one when we are both very much workaholic ourselves in reality. If there is one, then go with the flow; if none, fine too; life goes on as usual.
So now, with Lene meeting one, I’m truly happy for her.
“Thanks, Mint.” Lene replies with a sweet smile on her face. We finished our walk, covered with sweat; we then grabbed our light breakfast along the way before taking bus and heading home. She stays just a few bus stops away from my place.
Chapter 2 - Sometimes, I Envy...
In daily life, besides work, I’m pretty much able to ‘entertain’ myself with variety of activities. I don’t have any problem with ‘alone’ time. I could indulge myself into cooking when I feel like it. It is more like experiment for me when trying to prepare new dishes. I often rent books from library and read it over the Sunday cozy afternoon. Exploring on good food in a new place or restaurant is one of my favourites as I do enjoy food. Catching up with friends; shopping and so on. That’s how my leisure time being filled up.
But sometimes, I do envy those who could find themselves a partner or lover. The loving couple that queued in front of me; the young couple that teasing each other while waiting for MRT (Mass Rapid Transit). In New York, they have subway; in Singapore, we have MRT.
(Wow, holding hands…) I missed those days when I did all those with my ex…
I keep wondering where my partner be? Is he lost in the jungle? Does he need a GPS to find me? Oh gosh… I don’t know where or how to meet my man…
Enough envying for the day, I have to get back to normal daily life. Work, eat, rest; work, eat, rest… Of course, including some own activities in between. The routine goes on and on.
Chapter 3 - Dating App
Two weeks after that morning walk, I met up with Lene for dinner. We went for seafood this time. I’m sincere and willing to invest time into those that I claimed and acknowledged as friends, especially those closed ones. And they also care for me in return. Lene is one of them. I knew her when we were colleagues in previous employment. We knew each other for more than eight years now, if I have to say, she’s my ‘motivator’ when comes to workouts or exercise. Some people would be more willing to do so when they have someone to do the exercise together with them. I am one of those people. Haha…
Lene asked me to put some efforts in searching for a partner for myself; don’t just spending my life, wholly, just for career.
“Yeah, I know.” I say, but my reply to her in my mind was (but I don’t know where to look for him).
“Give it a try with this dating app. I got to know my current boyfriend through this app though.” Lene suggests.
“Serious?!? Which app? How to do that? Teach me.” My eyes wide open. It really surprises me that she met her boyfriend through dating app. Well, I am a little out-dated with those trends in the market; I admit that but I am willing to learn. Returning Lene with my broad smile.
Lene is super helpful; I’m so glad to have her as my buddy. She even gives me some tips on what should and what not if I ever being asked by men on certain questions. “Who can see my post and who can be on dating app?” I ask Lene for more details as I don’t want my circle of friends know that I joined this dating app. I would prefer to keep it a secret or stay low profile.
Chapter 4 - Star vs. Heart
Alright, I noted on all the information shared by Lene. “When I reach home, I try to create my new account in this dating app.” I say to Lene.
(Photo ID required? Hmmm…) I browse through my photo albums in my mobile phone; end up with choosing a photo of me which I took after a 2-hour of exhausting walk in the park. Literally, not so good looking as I was covered with sweat and no make-ups. Well, let’s see if anyone would click ‘Like’ on my photo. (I smirk~).
In this generation, many people focus very much on physical look and pretty faces. The naughty me just wanted to see the outcome of me putting a terrible-look photo on dating app.
(Oh, I need to write something about my favourites or preference?) Some suggested questions provided by this dating app. With the answer entered by each man or woman, people can roughly gauge what kind of personality they have.
(Alright, not a problem.) I filled up some questionnaires and saved my settings. Closed it and called it a day.
The next day, after having a good dinner, I log in, continue working on this dating app. There’s still a lot more to learn about its functions. (What is the difference among those icons – Star, Heart and Cross?) A ‘Cross’ I can tell, it should refer to rejecting a candidate.
I message Lene right away – my master – to clarify on these. “Okay, so ‘Star’ means you like the candidate, and if you send him one, he can message you within the messaging function in it; that’s all they could view. While a ‘Heart’ means you have deep interest for this candidate and by sending him one, he has more accesses besides messaging, h could now see those answers you put on those default questionnaires.” Lene wrote in her replied message.
I guess most people aware of this Dating App that I’m using. Yes, it is Facebook Dating App. In later days, I was told and learnt that this dating app is only available in Singapore. I didn’t further check if that’s the true fact.
