In looking for a mate, Friendship is a base of a relationship. Trust, honesty, Communitcation . Yes for both a attraction needs to be there Really how can you fall in love if the attraction is not there.
I love to cook and bake, In the winter time, I enjoy bowling, skating, movies, or gaming,
Dating, I would like to meet someplace in public and chat. I think first step is to meet, to see if the interest is there,
The we could talk and see what is next. Then plan on a real date somewhere.