The Plentyoffish Experiment

Today I was reading my social science book. I read something that caused me to create my own social experiment. The passage read, In nature, there is a competition for living space, resources, and mates. – Contemporary Society, Twelfth Edition - John Perry, Erna K. Perry.

My idea was to send an email introduction letter to 100 women on Plentyoffish and track their response. I was able to send 83 emails. My criteria was single, no children, between the ages of 30-50, and within 10 mile radius of my zip code.  My email read:

I seen and read your profile online. I found you and you what you had to say quite attractive. I thought I would send you a message. A little bit about me. I’m 44, never married, no children. I’m currently a full-time student. I enjoy photography, writing, playing guitar, piano, and singing. I’ve also taken up oil painting which I enjoy. I love going to art galleries openings.  I also like attending the number of live music festivals that Chicago offers.
I’m looking to meet someone for a simple coffee and conversation on a weekend if we find each other compatible over email or phone conversations.Let me know if you’re interested in finding out more about me.Eric

Here are the results so far.