Many things have changed since you were single, but especially in the last 5 years or so. The online dating game is nothing like courting the old fashioned way in Salinas, but you're going to get back into the swing of things in no time. Dating online is a great way to start looking for a match. Start by forgetting everything you knew about dating and do a search of the best online dating websites and join a few of the top services. Put your best profile picture up and write a sincere, informational description of yourself. Message someone you like and wait for a response. It's just that simple.