Here we are sharing thoughts from our in-the-trenches experience with Kristina  in our office, and here is total interview , as seen in todays blog from Anna & Kristina – How to meet a Man in 7 Not So Easy Steps!

Today, September 29 is World HEART Day…we are looking at the science behind the most powerful human emotion… LOVE! Check out these surprising facts!

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Interesting, right? Attitudes seem to shape behavior. And a cynical view of marriage, coupled with hopelessness, can seriously undermine the very relationships we most want to keep.

http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/1042811/debunking-the-myth-marriage-isnt-so-bad-after-all?utm_source=August++2014+Newsletter+-+Labor+Day&utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_medium=email

How to Meet a Man in 7 Not-So-Easy Steps! At this age, a good man can be extremely hard to find. I sat down with Kristina Matisic from Anna & Kristina’s Grocery to share it all! Read more here: http://www.annaandkristina.com/how-to-meet-a-man-in-7-not-so-easy-steps/

Do you look like your Dog? It’s unlikely that in real life The Hunchback of Notre Dame would ever live happily ever after with the beautiful gypsy girl, Esmeralda – See more

http://moderndogmagazine.com/articles/do-you-look-your-dog/125

jane meet the team brightIntroducing Jane Carstens!

Jane, known as ‘Grammy’ to her three grandsons Logan, Lincoln and Leland, is founder of Matchmaker for Hire. Whatever Jane does, she does with a lot of love, a lot of passion, and a lot of hugs!

Years in the business: 13

Favourite 1st date spot: Ki in Calgary, the patio at Glo in Victoria, Reflections rooftop at Hotel Georgia in Vancouver

Favourite 3rd date spot: Champagne on the beach

Dating “Must-Have”: An open mind and a little black dress.

Days on the road: Victoria on Friday, Calgary on Monday, Vancouver on Wednesday. I love to meet new people!

 

Introducing Rhonda Ceci!

Rhonda’s sincere love of the matchmaking process is evident from the first moment you meet her. It’s easy to see that her greatest sense of accomplishment comes from making a match that leads to love, marriage, and beyond!

Years in the industry: 5

Favourite 1st date spot: The Homer St. Cafe

Favourite 3rd date spot: Biking around Stanley Park

Best piece of dating advice: Remember not to judge a book by its cover…it takes time to get to know someone and everyone deserves a chance

susanna meet the teamIntroducing Susanna Browne! Our go-to girl around the office for all things creative, Susanna is currently pursuing her Masters degree in Fine Art.

Years in the industry: 2

Favourite 1st date spot: L’ufficio

Favourite 3rd date spot: The Farmer’s Apprentice

Best piece of dating advice: Listen up! Pay attention to what the person across from you is saying. Curiosity is paramount.

 

alex meet the teamIntroducing Alexandra Jacobsen!

With her infectiously happy demeanor, around the office Senior Matchmaker Alex is known as Sunshine.

Years in the industry: 7

Favourite 1st date spot: The Keefer Bar

Favourite 3rd date spot: Bao Bei

Best piece of dating advice: Don’t have too many dealbreakers! Give compliments, open doors, and ask thought-provoking questions.