Speed-dating, not.

"Forget slow and steady. It's fast and furious that wins the race of love in this high-octane, 0-to-100kmh- in-six-seconds society."

Slow and steady might not win the heart of your object of affection, or guarantee a lasting relationship. But neither would fast and furious. Whoever is more likely to finish first might also find himself zipping out just as fast, with a fender bender in tow. And, if you spent minimal effort starting a relationship thinking that it might eventually fall apart anyway, then it most probably would. But maybe you already knew that from the word 'Go', because you thought she was a waste of time.

I agree that times have changed, and this is simply the reality of our increasingly consumer-driven society. But surely, there is much to be said about the increasing number of burnt-out professionals and broken marriages: we are so caught up running the rat race that we have forgotten the simple and priceless joy of just taking a little time out to smell the roses.

You can say my beliefs are too idealistic, but I believe that special someone for each of us is just standing there, in the midst of the rushing masses, waiting. If you would just slow down, you might just recognise her amongst the faceless crowd.

I would be more impressed with someone who had the conviction and perseverance to single-mindedly pursue his object of affection.

And, I wouldn't waste my time with someone who thought I wasn't worth his time to woo.