While chat sites are great for meeting online friends, and blowing off steam, you're often talking to people of widely varying age groups, from all over the world. Are you interested in meeting people LIKE YOU in YOUR geographic area? Looking for more than just idle chat?? Matchmaking and dating services can help you meet a life partner, a soul mate, or even just a few friends.

Here are some sites to get you started:

Come mingle at Mingles!

Dating Direct - The UK and Europe's Premiere Dating Site

Metrodate.com - The Ultimate Singles Resource!

GAY.COM Personals

Reconnect with old high school friends and college roommates today!

Shopping for something interesting for that special someone (even if the someone is you!)?

Here are some of the more unique gift vendors we've found online:

WebUndies.com offering the largest selection of novelty boxer shorts on the internet!

Cooltan Tan-Through Shirts

Love-Scent.com

EdenFantasys.com - Adult Toy Store