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      The Singles Scene Column                  ©       of years and the decades before that too.          have repeatedly said to myself and my peer group: “WOW,
                                                           The Pandemic Era did a number on all of us in more   I must have done something right all these years!” It’s been
      I Want More For You.                              ways than one. I’m not going to get political but what   a full revival for me. I have never been happier all around
      By: Kelly Leary, M.S.,                            the heck just happened in the last 22 months? Businesses   and I want the same for all of you.
      The Florida Matchmaker                            have closed, even long-term anchor businesses that have      Sometimes we get down ourselves, right? Why aren’t I
         Happy New Year to my                           prevailed in our area for 40 years. Closed and gone. It’s so   more perfect? Why did I make this mistake or that mistake?
      loyal readers, couples and                        sad. Fires have started (we had one right in our building that   Why did I enroll a person that I knew would be a problem?
      soon-to-be  couples!  I  am                       affected us greatly for months). Socialization and dating had   I did it because I REALLY believe there is a pot for lid,
      over the moon about the last                      ceased for a bit of time and life, as we knew it, no longer   seriously. Anyone who knows me “well” knows that much
      half of 2021. The year ended                      existed. It’s daunting to even wrap our heads around it all,   about me and how I work. Some clients simply take longer to
      on a  VERY high note for                          still now, as the clouds begin to part.            reach their goal and this often has nothing to do with me or
      my clients, team, and me.                            At the headquarters of love, we have seen miracles   my club. Patience is a virtue in any relationship, especially
      A picture tells 1,000 words                       occur during the last 22 months. Our word-of-mouth   in love.
      and I can’t even begin to tell                    referrals and community connections powered us thru this      Our 2020-21 matches have been MAGICAL. The
      you how excited I am to be                        exceptional period in history. My mission and purpose to   profile of the “typical” client who has started during this
      celebrating my 31st year in the love business. I am so happy   be your REAL DEAL Matchmaker was reinforced by leaps   period is optimistic, proactive, successful, authentic, busy
      with the new direction my firm is taking. I’m so grateful to   and bounds. Our phone has been ringing off the hook for   and they DO NOT want to mingle with players that seem to
      the many people who rallied around me over the last couple   months and we have increased our core team by demand. I   flood the online dating network. My clients are also more
                                                                                                           realistic as to who is the best match for them, recognizing
                                                                                                           that their classic “type” may not be the best match for them
                                                                                                           for the long haul. I’m seeing a theme of open mindedness
                                                                                                           and willingness to get it right, this time.
                                                                                                              Online dating has gotten  WORSE (so you tell
                                                                                                           me). Just when you thought it would get better, it has
                                                                                                           PLUMMETED. Some sites are even  trying to say they
                                                                                                           have a new matchmaking spin. I find that FUNNY. Also,
                                                                                                           baloney. There is only one REAL MATCHMAKER with
                                                                                                           credentials like mine, bar none. By the way, you are lucky
                                                                                                           I reside in your area. Hidden agendas abound online like
                                                                                                           tawk-a-date or date-a-rama (whatever their names may be
                                                                                                           on that day). If you value who you are and what you have
                                                                                                           accomplished in your life then by all means, hire a real
                                                                                                           person (IN PERSON) to do the work for you. The definition
                                                                                                           of insanity is doing the same thing again and again expecting
                                                                                                           different results. Give it up already and step it up. This is not
                                                                                                           rocket science. Online dating is like Las Vegas. Period. You
                                                                                                           could win, but the odds are you could lose. You could lose
                                                                                                           your heart, money, soul, and time. You are opening yourself
                                                                                                           up for failure, over and over again. You are rolling the dice
                                                                                                           with your life physically, financially, and emotionally. Call
                                                                                                           it quitsville, while you still can.
                                                                                                              At the end of the day, the best way to meet someone is
                                                                                                           through a friend, BUT since our friends are not thinking
                                                                                                           about us 24/7, you need to connect with someone who
                                                                                                           does this professionally. In the same way you have a CPA,
                                                                                                           doctor, or dentist. Leave it to the pros and listen when
                                                                                                           they speak.
                                                                                                              That being said, show some optimistic grace as you
                                                                                                           enter this new year. Visualize what you want in 2022. We
                                                                                                           all have been worried for one reason or another. We didn’t
                                                                                                           have a clue what was going on and some still don’t have a
                                                                                                           clue. But YOU do. So, this year, SOAR. Spread your wings.
                                                                                                           No one is going to do it for you. Don’t let another year
                                                                                                           run away from you.
                                                                                                              Form a strategic alliance with a woman in the know
                                                                                                           who is very connected (yours truly). How you spend
                                                                                                           your days and nights will define you and your future (and
                                                                                                           your children’s if you are a single parent). So, don’t take
                                                                                                           this all for granted anymore, please. Love your life and
            Orthopaedic and sports medicine                                                                love yourself enough to find the best partner for you. Find
                                                                                                           your person. It’s NEVER too late! I promise. You can and
                 care from the name you trust.                                                             will love again, regardless of your age. Time to make some
                                                                                                           moves and give yourself permission to come join us.
                                                                                                             I have so much more happiness to share with all of you.

                                                                                                           I will save it for our in-person meeting!
                                                                                                              Thank you ALL for your love for so many years! I am
                 They’re your joints – don’t trust them to anyone else. From bone fractures to               so blessed and I love to share! I look forward to hearing
                   robotic assisted surgeries, the orthopaedic and sports medicine team at                 your story very soon.
                  Cleveland Clinic Martin Health provides expert care on the Treasure Coast.                                                   XOXO, Kelly
                                                                                                           #LoveOffline #DateLocal #More4Uin2022 #SecretsSafeHere
                                                                                                           #EventsReturning #TellYourFriends

                                                                                                              Kelly Leary  has 31 years in the dating industry and
                                                                                                                       ©
                                                                                                           a Master’s Degree in Psychology. She’s been profiled by
                                                                                                           The Palm Beach Post, PalmBeacher Magazine, Stuart
                                                                                                           News, etc.. Revolution Dating members are pre-screened
                                                                                                           including background checks. Professional photos are
                                                                                                           taken by the staff. Revolution Dating is not online dating
                                                                                                           or blind dating. In addition to providing matchmaking
                                                                                                           services that make singles “UN-single” through their
                                                                                                           exclusive club membership, Kelly and her team also
                                                                                                           provide feedback from your dates when appropriate.
                         Hobe Sound | Palm City | Port St. Lucie | Stuart                                  Call 561-630-XOXO (9696) or 772-932-HERE (4373)
                                                                                                           for a LIVE interview with a matchmaker. You may also
                   Call 844.630.4968 or visit ClevelandClinicFlorida.org/Access                            visit us at www.revolutiondating.com. *All inquiries are
                                                                                                           confidential.
                                       to schedule an appointment.
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