Yes, I think growing up in a small community might make things easier. But, I did meet my x in my hometown and it still didn't work out. <P>I do think that people often do put up false fronts while dating. But, I am truly trying to be just me when I'm dating. I hope I am not putting on airs. I do try to look my best but I am not trying to be someone I am not just to impress someone else. I know there are people out there that do pretend to be someone they are not. I'm hoping I will be able to see through them. I'm hoping I meet someone who is genuine. I think that people our age are stupid if they are not being themselves. Because, if someone likes them for being something they are not, then it will backfire on them in the long run.