“ Hi. I'm 53, single for years now, and a new empty nester. Am looking to meet new friends and begin a social life that revolves around me. ”

“ I love the city and riding my bikes in the city! Atlanta has so much to offer and so many great people have moved here. I'm from Alaska, been here 2 years now. Look forward to meeting all of you! ”

“ Hello! I am a single parent and I would love to meet interesting people locally. I believe that it is always great to meet new people. It brings a little spice to life!!! ”

“ I lost my boyfriend due to suicide 3 months ago. It seems like time would make it easier to move on and go forward, but there isn't an hour that passes that I don't think about him. I would love to meet people who have also had the same struggle. ”

“ Hello, I'm an Online Retailer in the Beauty, Lingerie, Solution Products industries. My main website is SenseLingerie.com, which offers opportunities for others that may be interested in starting their own lingerie and solution products business. ”

“ I had Lap RNY on 7/27/07 and would LOVE to meet up with people in my area who have also had some form of WLS. ”

“ Hello everyone! I am looking for others in the Northeast Georgia area who are interested in alternative health, organic gardening, off-beat culture (i.e. food, music, dance, etc.) with families. To say I am unconventional is an understatement. ”

“ From San Jose, Costa Rica. I am Hard of Hearing. Can speak and Sign in ASL Sign Languages. Willing to help who wants to understand the Deaf Cultures and learning Sign Languages. Love, cooking, hiking, movies and meet new people. I love food!!!! ”

“ Hey guy?s I am a single mother(german and 31 years young) in need of some time out with the girls this groop is just what I am looking for ?let me join? haha?. feel free to call me 706/768/7299 michaela /from Cornelia Ga. ”

“ My name is Lisa and I am looking for social interaction. I read, travel and play the piano. I work weekdays and would like some stimulus on the weeknights (not too late) and weekend girl talk and activities. ”

“ I began listening to Tolle audio books over the summer. His message and style is unique and has changed my life. I would love to meet people who understand what I am talking about! ”

“ I am interested in learning more about Holistic Treatments, Organic, Vegan, Vegetariean, and Raw Food ”

“ There are lots of meetups to choose from but most of them are quite far, it would be nice to have a local circle of friends who share similar interests. ”

“ Hi! I'd love to join you! Sounds like fun! ~Cheryl ”

“ I am about to mount a musical that has serious needs, as do I as a novis "playwriter. So I come with gifts of production knowledge with hands reaching out for all those who write outside the box to help set me stright. ”

“ We have just moved from York, PA to the Decatur, Ga area and I look forward to staying busy. ”

“ "When one door closes, find the window!" How true this is ringing for me these days....I now embark on my photography as a means of supporting myself. Newly single and empty nester, I'm only changing one thing about myself...EVERYTHING! ”

“ I'm into a lot of subjects, from cats and cat health to science fiction/fantasy, fitness and more. Would just like to meet new people with the same interests. ”

“ Hi girls, I have noticed there has been a low turn out...let's turn that around !! Having quality girl friends is very important to maintain emotional well being, and heck, who COULDN'T use some friendly fun now and then??? I am a brand new member, ”

“ I've lived in the area for about two years now and have not met many people outside of work. I would especially like an Acworth Walking Meetup to get together with other people in the area who want to be active and healthy. ”

“ Hello I'm Carolyn, an I'm originially from Panama City Beach, Florida, looking to meet new people here in the north Georgia area. ”

“ Hello everyone, I would like to be involved in local meetups so I can meet new people and get out of the house. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because we are relocating from mid-west and looking forward to getting involved with individuals who have similar interests . . . enjoy eating, drinking, traveling, anything outdoors, laughter and GOOD FUN!!!! ”

“ Hey everyone, I'm a born and raised Staten Island girl (my accent isn't really THAT bad though)...went to Fashion Institute of Tech in NYC...worked in the city and on the island as well as throughout Jersey...marriage brought me down here to ATL. ”

“ I am a Chef looking forward to opening my own catering business in Decatur,Georgia. I would like to meet with like minded people. I am interested in giving out information on healthy eating and I am open to any healthy suggestions you might have. ”

“ Hello! I'm new the area and am looking for people to get together with to do just about anything. I am interested in meeting other positive people. My dream is to be a published author....I'm still looking for the place to start!! ”

“ I'm originally from New Jersey, I've been living in metro Atlanta for 11 years. I am in the process of making a career transition to the Paralegal field--I'm temping and attending Kennesaw State University's Paralegal Certificate Program at night. ”

“ Hi, I am a busy, single professional who is looking to meet new friends who share the same interests as I do. ”

“ Hi! I'm Sara. My daughter and I just moved in the city and we're looking to make new friends who are reasonably close! ”

“ Hey, I am a daddy of 3 sweet girls. I have single friends and I have married friends but would love to find others to do things with children and maybe sometimes without. ”

“ I want local Meetups because it's so hard to meet people after college. Especially with work, family, etc. I'd love to meet some cool girls/women/whatever to hang out with, shop, have coffee or dinner down closer to the Southside- driving gets old! ”

“ We need fun outdoor clubs on the southside of Atlanta! ”

“ Hi. I love interior decorating and would love to share what comes natural to me and others as we talk about our passion and make make new friends. ”

“ I am 29 years old. My husband and I got married March 2006 and we have no children. We have 2 dachshunds. No plans for children in the very near future and would like to meet more couples around Woodstock that are in our same situation. ”

“ Hello. I look forward to meeting everyone in the group. I work in financial services and would like to move into the non-profit financial services area. ”

“ I am a Cafe owner and want to start a venue for Karaoke, open mic and poetry. We are in a up and coming area in western stone mt. Ga. contact me if you are interested Ed mdgllc@bellsouth.net ”

“ I would like to meet other professionals and share my expertise. I am also the organizer for "Professional Career Women" Perimeter Group. ”

“ Hi, I am always busy with my work, so local meetup groups will give me a chance to keep balance between working and making friends. ”

“ Networking Purpose. ”

“ We are (MA) Diversity, one of the fastest growing LGBT Communities in the South. We have many events in many different locations throughout the year for everyone. Come explore with us... http://lgbtfriends.meetup.com/138/ ”

“ Hello, i want this group to meet other single parents. Being around single makes it a little easier for me. ”

“ I am excited to attend this event. I am getting back into playing tennis after being away for years. Lol I hope I dont give away to many points. ”

“ I just love the good and diferent flavors of wine with a good cigar, I would love to meet people on the same page I'm 36 white latin hombre ”

“ I am a single mom living in Cumming, looking for a change in scenery and new friends! I enjoy dinining out, meeting new friends, entertaining and socialilzing. I am looking forward to meeting some new people and hopefully developing new friends! ”

“ Hi, We moved here from south Florida 9 months ago and are new to the area. We are a reformed Jewish Family with two young children who want to meet other Jewish families to start a meetup with. ”

“ I am new the area and looking to meet people, make friends and to get to know my new home. ”

“ Hello everyone...I would like these meetups to get a chance to meet and mingle with nice people with similar interests. ”

“ I am interested in this as a meetup because I am looking to get into event planning as a second career. I am very artistic and creative and just need to know an outline of how to get started. Therefore, I am very much interested in this meetup!!! ”

“ Interested in socializing. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I miss dancing and having a life. ”

“ My resolution for this year is to get out and meet more people and have more fun. There are many things which I enjoy and want to start doing these things with other people instead of by myself. (ie Meredith Emerson) Thought this could help me. ”

“ I like to get out and meet people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a life long musician and music lover and would love to get together with people who share my love and passion for great music ”

“ I am a mom of three and I would like to learn and introduce signing to my children ”

“ I want to meet more people who are interested in the same things I am. ”