Back into the Insane Asylum

Can anyone give me any insight into this? Is this just a really, *really* weak attempt at humor?

Received:

Hi,

My name is (first name). I was having a really slow day at work today so I thought I would do some housekeeping on my profile while it was invisible because I am dating someone. I added “INTJ” as one of my keywords. Then I wondered what would happen if I searched for “ENFP”. First I got my usual 30 mile search, then I increased it to 300, then 3000. Then you showed up. I just thought I’d write because I think you seem very interesting and I think we’re highly compatible.

I guess I need to tell you a little more about myself since you can’t see my profile. I’m a computer programmer. I race mountain bikes (cross country). I have a 4 year old daughter. I’m an advanced skier, but I haven’t been skiing in a couple of years. Oh, and I’m a certified whitewater canoe instructor. I’ve been hiking, biking, skiing and paddling in CO, but I’ve spent every summer since my daughter was born in (state).

Hopefully, I’ve sparked your interest enough to write back.

Happy New Year,

Stan

Replied:

Sparked, sure…but first a question, then we can move on: Um…if you’re dating someone, why are you writing to someone new?

Talk to you soon,
Allison

Received:

I want to have an affair and cheat on my girlfriend.

Huh…what???

My reply:

If that’s sarcasm, it doesn’t quite come through in writing. If it’s not, then no thanks.

Either way, move on…I’m not who you’re looking for. Good luck. I think.

Follow up:
Dear Lord…I just received a reply with only the email title changed to “Sorry to bother you.” The guy was serious. Now I’m wondering what, exactly, in my profile gave the impression that I was in the market for a fling with a taken guy.

Blech.