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Dating

People that would usually not commit are committing.
The Singles Scene Column © during COVID has become impossible. People keep asking me: Exclusivity is on the rise.
How is the pandemic affecting relationships? Well, as research
Dating During a Pandemic shows some married or in a long-term relationship have gotten At the end of the day, the pandemic has created a unique set
closer. Others have split up indefinitely. Some relationships of circumstances that is like an elixir for love. This magical time
By Kelly Leary, M.S., have been salvaged during our new normal so love still wins in can bring you and your future partner together.
Founder of Revolution many cases. Relationships that were just starting pre-COVID We have heard the “L word” comes easier these days. Dating
Dating fizzled out. Others got married! We are happy to say that we had is making a comeback. Have no fear, just because Halloween is
Imagine a budding couples become engaged and married--all during COVID. near!
romance...even now...during Regardless of all the highs and lows, the problem with digital Even though your life has been on hold for so long, love still
COVID-19. A sunrise paddle dating has gotten increasingly worse. Who really wants to meet finds a way!
as your morning workout. A a complete stranger during COVID? It is too risky. Digital dating XOXO...
new companion to join you has resulted in more one-night hook ups than ever before. Does THE Florida Matchmaker, Kelly
while you’re on your Netflix this person wear a mask? Do they practice social distancing? Kelly Leary has 29 years in the dating industry and a
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evolution. A shoulder to lean Have they been tested or exposed? What about intimacy? In Master’s Degree in Psychology. She’s been profiled by ABC
on. Imagine someone you New York alone, research shows that one in five people have News, The Palm Beach Post, PalmBeacher Magazine, Stuart
could #MaskTogether with gotten together too quickly during this period. In L.A., one in News, etc. Revolution Dating members are pre-screened
and know that it is possible. As our part of Florida takes on Phase four, and in Chicago, one in two have done the same! This is including background checks. Professional photos are taken
Two, we are happy to observe that our clientele has emerged based on an online dating study performed recently. by the staff. Revolution Dating is not online dating or blind
with a renewed sense of hope and love. The attitude and vibe of So, what do you do? Discuss COVID-19 with a potential dating. In addition to providing matchmaking services that
our typical client is very positive. We look for and try to attract partner and take precautions, as you would in any other time. make singles “UN-single” through their exclusive club
the RIGHT people, in the RIGHT place, at the RIGHT time. Eliminate your risks. Date from a distance and monitor their membership, Kelly also provides date coaching and feedback
With your help and your collaboration, as your matchmakers, lifestyle patterns whenever possible. I pose such questions to (if needed) to enhance the dating process. For information on
we can help you connect again. This is a two-way love story my clients, BUT I also know that my clientele is more careful how you can reset your love life please call 561-630-XOXO
from beginning to end. If your endgame for your social life is about interpersonal risk factors--which is why they joined my (9696) or visit us at www.revolutiondating.com. All inquiries
LOVE, companionship, or friendship, we are in your corner. club initially. We organically act like a filter...we always have... are confidential.
So, keep calm and love on! this is a common sense no brainer for most of you.
And of course, we are practicing social distancing, wearing The bottom line is: choose your partner wisely and don’t Revolution Dating Throwback Halloween
masks, and abiding by all recommendations in our Palm Beach move too fast. Another positive note that we have observed Gala Photos. October 2020.
Gardens office. Anchor down at Revolution Dating, where you during this dating dilemma phase is that people are TAKING
can experience a remote romance initially that will launch you THEIR TIME and getting to know one another before leaping The following
to REAL LIFE dating with a world-class matchmaker as your in with both feet. photos were
tour guide. We can present opportunities for all ages, from 20 People are staying home more but yet there is an increase taken back in the
something to 80 something with a very high success rate. in messages and inquiries to our club. My clients seem more day when masks
Experience isolation done right (in tandem) in our Tropical aware and more connected than ever before. They have turned were meant for
Paradise we are lucky to call our home in Sunny Florida! Eat, this “time out” into something good and you can too. Halloween and
learn, play, relax and more, because the longer you love, the When you meet a client through our club it is almost like a Halloween alone!
more you live. “invisible badge” and you will recognize that our clientele is Do fancy the
Welcome to our own CUPID-19 story. Right when we more on point than someone at a bar (or restaurant) or an online good ole days
thought dating could not get any worse, due to multiple online dating site. pictured here Don’t get spooked this Halloween!
dating hazards and a rising divorce rate, the modern dating People are more vulnerable now. This is good though, and and reminisce #EliminateYourFears
dilemma has been magnified. Problems abound. Bars, concerts as a result, there is an uptick in sincerity while dating. There is
or sports games are no longer an option. For others, online dating more authenticity to the people I meet, regardless of their age. Dating on page 8

“n’t stopped.
TThe music has

Instead, indoor concerts

are now courtyard serenades.

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“When things changed to make everyone safer, I worried that the bright spots would
go away. I shouldn’t have! Addington Place knows how to adjust activities and
kept my favorite – visits from local musicians. It’s really beautiful. The music hasn’t

stopped. Instead, indoor concerts are now courtyard serenades. I go to my window
for them and it makes me feel like a queen.” — Lydia

At Addington Place of Stuart, caring protection and joyful moments live in harmony.
We invite you to learn more about how our creative, compassionate staff, person-directed

care and welcoming environment enriches life for our residents and their families.
Call for more information or to schedule a virtual tour. We’re here to help!

Addington Place of Stuart • Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care • 3400 SE Aster Lane • Stuart, FL 34994 • 772-320-5487 • AddingtonPlaceStuart.com