The spark of love could come from the most unlikely moment and situation. Love could blossom in war, in sickness and other seemingly impossible situations. Reality is stranger than fiction, ika nga. But speed dating?
The concept of speed dating is simple — get two groups of people of the opposite sexual orientation, put them together in one place, provide a set-up where they could talk, set a time limit for each conversation, then have members of one group go through each member of the other group. No drinks and food are required, since speed is the key.
The underlying concept in speed dating is simple. If there’s a chemistry between the two, then it’s up to them to pursue it. You may call it love at first sight. Not much time is required, since chemistry in love is instantaneous. Do you believe in love at first sight, or shall I pass again? Love at first sight. Chemistry. The spark. They’re all the same. Fast. Furious. Deadly.
Since speed dating is based on, well, speed, it may be more appropriate for those who are physically gifted. I don’t know if Princess Fiona experienced love at first sight with Shrek and I doubt if they would live happily ever after if they met through speed dating, even if sponsored by the fairy godmother. There could be exceptions, of course, but would you join a speed dating event if you’re ugly? You may join, but whether the organizers would let you join is another matter. I don’t mean to be harsh, but I’m just saying what I observed.
I’m sure there are successful love stories arising from speed dating, but as far as I’m concerned, speed dating is more associated with fund raising than with love. When I first heard about speed dating about ten years ago, a friend from another organization was inviting everyone to join, for a fee. I’m no cynic. I’m just stating what I observed.
Speed dating events are among the many social events that people of the opposite sexual preference get to meet others, with the tempting bonus that those who are there are presumed to be looking for someone. It could provide the initial spark, but we all know that love is still a long way from that initial spark. We fall in love, fall out of love, then, only then, we know that we are really in love. Complicated? Yes, it sounds complicated. But who says love isn’t complicated?
