Blogger Looking for Love, 52 Blind Dates This Year

Julie Janus needs a Valentine's Day date—just like she needs a date every week this year in her quest to go on 52 blind dates in 2012.

Julie Janus is 27 and single. She wants everyone to know it—and get her some dates. Janus’ mission this year is to go on 52 blind dates—one each week. “I'm sick of being single! I don't really think this is going to lead me anywhere, but it's a good start,” she wrote on her blog chronicling the project. “My counselor (back when I thought I could afford to have a counselor) once said to me, ‘If you wanted a new job, you would probably spend at least an hour a day looking at ads, filling out applications, and interviewing. If you are serious about wanting a relationship, you need to put in the same amount of effort.’” So effort it is, the Richfield resident said with a deadpan tone. Janus spoke about the project openly and matter-of-factly. …

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