Too often, I found myself judging a little too harshly — too much of a hipster, too granola, I doubt we have anything in common. After a with a couple of connections, I took the plunge and set up a friend date with one Bumbler I really clicked with.

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- Everyone I messaged replied almost immediately, and the conversation felt natural. CHANGING THE RULES OF THE GAME At Bumble, women make the first move.

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