Dear Elyse, I see all those common phrases on dating websites like match, jdate, etc. Family- oriented, love long walks on the beach, like to stay in and watch movies, want someone who has a history of prior relationships, love watching sports, done with the head games at bars . And I'm simply puzzled. What do all of these phrases really mean? They are so vague. Thanks for your insight. Confused Online Dater Dear Confused Online Dater, First of all,congratulations on being willing to put yourself out there and find love! Love is like the lottery you can't win it if you aren't in it! If you are seriously trying to meet someone thru a dating site, I would encourage you to arrange a meet up quickly in a public place to avoid perpetual emailers who are really grandpas living 500 miles away from you. Now here is a brief online dating dictionary. Remember this is just my opinion. Long walks on the beach: doesn't like to spend money on a real date. Likes watching sports: a man's man. Likes watching movies: has one thing on his mind and we know what that one thing is. Family-oriented: wants to get married really fast. Wants someone with a history long-lasting relationships: has baggage. Athletic: rough and tough in the sack. Career oriented: works a lot, enjoy your freedom with this one. Creative career: unemployed. Tired of the bar scene and the head games: hasn't had any luck with women because he is a social klutz. Fashion savvy: gay. Likes going to museums: pseudo intellectual. Likes wine: alcoholic. And finally the real kicker. Likes the finer things in life: stupid. Really? Becase the rest of us like crap. Remember this is just my opinion. When looking for a guy, I would encourage you to ask questions if you need clarification and also look for someone who has similar values, ethics, and humor to you rather than someone who has similar interests. Similar interests is just a bonus.