Speaking as the "other half of the blogging team", I must warn that there are some "characters" and unscrupulous folk out out there on these type of sites, so you must be very careful. This is especially true of the ladies. They may try and play on the social naivety that can accompany many of us on the spectrum. So that means not divulging too much personal info too soon, like address and telephone number, etc. Get to know the person a little first.
If you should agree to meet, suggest an open public place with plenty of people around, like a restaurant or food court. I say this not to discourage or rain on your parade, but to insure safety. One characteristic we Aspies have is to get carried away especially when desperate and lonely, thus going way too fast, and saying way too much too soon. That can lead to being hurt, in more than one way. So, a word to the wise...
Also, it's not necessary to give our entire life's story with copious foot notes the second you connect. That can be shared little bits at a times if/should the friendship/relationship progess. Remember, keep it simple as too many details can bore, overwhelm, and weird a person out. Be honest, but not too honest.
As for Wrong Planet... for all the good the forum can do, I also agree it isn't good for picking up a date. All the best & happy fishing!
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