In my theistic/republican state, it is highly unlikely I will encounter any rational member living within a reasonable driving range.

I probably have already met several members. I go to a lot of Atheist conferences.

Hoping to meet someone but not counting on it

You never know,if an individual was in the area where I live,why not.

I joined for checking out the conversation (another site, atheist.com, turned out to be overbearing). Now, after getting involved, it has become a little bit of both but still mostly conversation.

Depends on the conversation.

I think this website was somewhat oversold as dating site. I don't anticipate making enough of a connection with anyone on here to actually meet in person, but some of the threads are interesting enough to not delete my profile.

I am completely open to meeting someone from here, however I'm a VERY private person and have a hard time trusting people. One of the reasons why I've been single for 10yrs.

Most people I talk to seem to want to marry within a week. I personally want to become friends first and get to know a person before I move to the next step.

Not looking to meet rather looking for some intelligent conversation.

I don't think I will, but there's always a chance. An unbelievably slim chance, but still a chance.

You never know what the future holds.

No, I didn't think I'd meet anyone here. I live in Montana, the plot map they posted a while back showing where their members lived showed very little activity in my area. When I click on meet and select nearby, it only shows me 2 people who actually live in Montana with a lot of people living more than a full days drive away. If anything, I was just hoping to hear from people who are a little more rational than normal.

Although I love making new acquaintances (every stranger is a friend not yet made), social media is as it is. I have met a few people from other threads and the outcomes have been generally good, but I don't expect it.

Observation: I don't need anonymity to feel comfortable. Everywhere else I have used my full name, and I have no idea why I chose to use what I have here. Perhaps because it was shorter and would fit the allotted space, though I really can't honestly say.

You'd be surprised where you can find a kindred spirit. I'd say you're not as likely to find someone here as you are on tinder but that doesn't mean there's no hope.

At present the membership is still to osmall to likely find anyone who lives locally who is also compativle, but I am open to it. Until, the site grows more, it is just unlikely... for now.