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Sophisticated Matchmaking is the ONLY boutique high-end matchmaking company in the Northwest providing elite, ultra-exclusive personalized matchmaking, dating and relationship coaching services with upscale introductions to relationship-committed people.
 
Sophisticated Matchmaking is the ONLY boutique high-end matchmaking company in the Northwest providing elite, ultra-exclusive personalized matchmaking, dating and relationship coaching services with upscale introductions to relationship-committed people.
 
 

 A letter from CEO and Founder:

 
As a professionally certified traditional matchmaker, Sophia integrates massive amounts of personal attention, a healthy dose of intuition, specialized techniques and a unique, custom-tailored approach to identify, filter and qualify potential matches.  Her services also include background investigations and screening, targeted and discreet recruiting and scouting to find the best possible partners for long-term relationships.        Are you ready for love? Are you looking for your soul mate? Are you attractive, smart and successful? And are you single?

If you answered ‘yes’ to all these questions – Sophisticated Matchmaking can help you find the love of your life and make it easy and stress-free.

We are not an online dating service – we are traditional matchmakers who will bring you the matches that live up to your standards and fit your lifestyle.

          We offer our clients a unique "3 step" approach. We will help you evaluate your past relationships and identify your particular patterns. At the same time, we help you refresh your current appearance and image and inspire you and all of your senses to enjoy a new happier life. And finally, we help you set personal relationship goals for a more rewarding future by creating a Love Development Plan.

 

Don’t wait for the future to knock on your door -

Pursue Love Deliberately!

 

 Sophia McDonald

CEO and Founder / Certified Matchmaker

Love and Relationships Coach

Sophisticated Matchmaking, Inc

Direct: (206) 683-0089   

Contact me

 

 

 

To receive our latest announcements and invitations to our private parties and events

 A letter from CEO and Founder:

 
As a professionally certified traditional matchmaker, Sophia integrates massive amounts of personal attention, a healthy dose of intuition, specialized techniques and a unique, custom-tailored approach to identify, filter and qualify potential matches.  Her services also include background investigations and screening, targeted and discreet recruiting and scouting to find the best possible partners for long-term relationships.        Are you ready for love? Are you looking for your soul mate? Are you attractive, smart and successful? And are you single?

If you answered ‘yes’ to all these questions – Sophisticated Matchmaking can help you find the love of your life and make it easy and stress-free.

We are not an online dating service – we are traditional matchmakers who will bring you the matches that live up to your standards and fit your lifestyle.

          We offer our clients a unique "3 step" approach. We will help you evaluate your past relationships and identify your particular patterns. At the same time, we help you refresh your current appearance and image and inspire you and all of your senses to enjoy a new happier life. And finally, we help you set personal relationship goals for a more rewarding future by creating a Love Development Plan.

 

Don’t wait for the future to knock on your door -

Pursue Love Deliberately!

 

 Sophia McDonald

CEO and Founder / Certified Matchmaker

Love and Relationships Coach

Sophisticated Matchmaking, Inc

Direct: (206) 683-0089   

Contact me

 

 

 

To receive our latest announcements and invitations to our private parties and events

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HAPPILY MATCHED / MARCH 2010

  HAPPILY MATCHED

 

April 1, 2010 at 4:02pm
Sophia, hello, we just wanted to touch base to let you know that tomorrow is our six month anniversary, and we couldn't be more enamored with one another. Though our time together feels like it's gone by in a flash, other times, it feels like we've been together forever and have so much in common. We are now both equally excited in pursuing our relationship (and our dreams) together. This match would not have come about without your keen talents, of which we are overflowing with gratitude towards you.
~ Nathaniel & Mercedes

 

FROM BACHELORETTE #12
(Thursday, June 03, 2010 7:41 PM)
Hi Sophia; Good to see you yesterday.  Thanks for the kind words you wrote about me on your facebook.  So true.  Funny that my perfect match was one person away from me and that person was you.  So thanks Sophia for the daily butterflies in my stomach, the rose colored glasses I wear all day, the swellingin my heart and buckling knees.  It's all really good.  Hope for you too. XO

FROM HER MATCH:
(Friday, June 04, 2010 11:32 AM)
Sophia, Yes..! I want to say thanks also.. She is awesome for me..! So many reasons why.. She is my match..!
I am falling in love again for the first time in so many years..! I am not so grumpy anymore..:-))
Thanks again, The best to you Sophia and God bless!

FROM BACHELORETTE #12
Dear Sophia;
I just wanted to thank you for your highly intuitive gifts that have united me with someone who is potentially my life partner. When I first came to you with the desire to meet the man of my dreams, I felt in some strange way that you in fact were capable of doing this.  I felt this partly because you operate at a different energetic level in looking for potential soul mates but also because you “see” potential everywhere.  This is a gift and I see that in you.  After just a few meetings with you, I could sense that you felt my “essence” which is important when trying to find a compatible partner.  I could feel the universal forces working within you to try and find my match.  And you did that very quickly.  My first match!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I knew instantly that this man was on my life page and we had many karmic overlaps and synchronicities to play out.  That has been true and now 1 month later we are growing closer and closer to each other with the hope that we develop a long lasting and enduring relationship filled with happiness.  We are both thankful for you Sophia as you have changed both of our lives and made us better people.  I hope your gifts can be felt by many others as love is the universal energy and should be shared.  It’s the only thing that will make this world a better place.  Heartfelt thanks Sophia for your spiritual and intuitive perspective on people and love. ~SLM, Seattle, June 7th, 2010

  HAPPILY MATCHED

 

April 1, 2010 at 4:02pm
Sophia, hello, we just wanted to touch base to let you know that tomorrow is our six month anniversary, and we couldn't be more enamored with one another. Though our time together feels like it's gone by in a flash, other times, it feels like we've been together forever and have so much in common. We are now both equally excited in pursuing our relationship (and our dreams) together. This match would not have come about without your keen talents, of which we are overflowing with gratitude towards you.
~ Nathaniel & Mercedes

 

FROM BACHELORETTE #12
(Thursday, June 03, 2010 7:41 PM)
Hi Sophia; Good to see you yesterday.  Thanks for the kind words you wrote about me on your facebook.  So true.  Funny that my perfect match was one person away from me and that person was you.  So thanks Sophia for the daily butterflies in my stomach, the rose colored glasses I wear all day, the swellingin my heart and buckling knees.  It's all really good.  Hope for you too. XO

FROM HER MATCH:
(Friday, June 04, 2010 11:32 AM)
Sophia, Yes..! I want to say thanks also.. She is awesome for me..! So many reasons why.. She is my match..!
I am falling in love again for the first time in so many years..! I am not so grumpy anymore..:-))
Thanks again, The best to you Sophia and God bless!

FROM BACHELORETTE #12
Dear Sophia;
I just wanted to thank you for your highly intuitive gifts that have united me with someone who is potentially my life partner. When I first came to you with the desire to meet the man of my dreams, I felt in some strange way that you in fact were capable of doing this.  I felt this partly because you operate at a different energetic level in looking for potential soul mates but also because you “see” potential everywhere.  This is a gift and I see that in you.  After just a few meetings with you, I could sense that you felt my “essence” which is important when trying to find a compatible partner.  I could feel the universal forces working within you to try and find my match.  And you did that very quickly.  My first match!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I knew instantly that this man was on my life page and we had many karmic overlaps and synchronicities to play out.  That has been true and now 1 month later we are growing closer and closer to each other with the hope that we develop a long lasting and enduring relationship filled with happiness.  We are both thankful for you Sophia as you have changed both of our lives and made us better people.  I hope your gifts can be felt by many others as love is the universal energy and should be shared.  It’s the only thing that will make this world a better place.  Heartfelt thanks Sophia for your spiritual and intuitive perspective on people and love. ~SLM, Seattle, June 7th, 2010

OUR SPECIAL OFFER

 "DATE A LA CART"

A NEW SERVICE “Date a La Cart": which will allow you to take advantage of the best our company has to offer without signing up for a long term contract. No more annual contracts - You only pay per introduction one at a time.

HOW IT WORKS: In order to be prequalified for this service you must have a private interview with a matchmaker who will analyze your needs and desires, carefully evaluate your family background and the history of your past relationships to identify your patterns of behavior. The matchmaker will assess your core personality characteristics and discuss your values and goals to clarify your important emotional and interpersonal needs and desires in order to find your true match. The matchmaker will also learn about your physical appeal and other private personal preferences to define what will be that unique chemistry that leads to a strong lasting relationship.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST: This is the most requested and also most economical package we offer our clients. Please CONTACT us to request more information about this service.

OUR MATCHMAKING APPROACH IS UNIQUE AND CUSTOM-TAILORED: Our search is NOT based on aggressive marketing schemes, computer matching, video databases, or on-line tests. We recognize that all clients are unique and we use a unique strategy for each individual client when searching for their ideal life partner. We create an action plan of custom-networking, advertising, personal connections, and community outreach. We invest time getting to know you and your potential matches, thereby providing you with the most accurate results.

PSYCHOLOGICAL COMPATIBILITY: Our commitment to finding your perfect match is based on your lifestyle, life goals, personal values and psychological compatibility. We DO NOT find matches based on common interests and hobbies. We believe the relationship is all about how two romantic partners act in life’s prickly situations. It's their ability to create a good "fit", even when their connection doesn't seem seamless, smooth and natural. We encourage our clients to focus less on physical criteria or common interests and more on a potential romantic partner's "relationship skills" or "emotional intelligence".

 "DATE A LA CART"

A NEW SERVICE “Date a La Cart": which will allow you to take advantage of the best our company has to offer without signing up for a long term contract. No more annual contracts - You only pay per introduction one at a time.

HOW IT WORKS: In order to be prequalified for this service you must have a private interview with a matchmaker who will analyze your needs and desires, carefully evaluate your family background and the history of your past relationships to identify your patterns of behavior. The matchmaker will assess your core personality characteristics and discuss your values and goals to clarify your important emotional and interpersonal needs and desires in order to find your true match. The matchmaker will also learn about your physical appeal and other private personal preferences to define what will be that unique chemistry that leads to a strong lasting relationship.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST: This is the most requested and also most economical package we offer our clients. Please CONTACT us to request more information about this service.

OUR MATCHMAKING APPROACH IS UNIQUE AND CUSTOM-TAILORED: Our search is NOT based on aggressive marketing schemes, computer matching, video databases, or on-line tests. We recognize that all clients are unique and we use a unique strategy for each individual client when searching for their ideal life partner. We create an action plan of custom-networking, advertising, personal connections, and community outreach. We invest time getting to know you and your potential matches, thereby providing you with the most accurate results.

PSYCHOLOGICAL COMPATIBILITY: Our commitment to finding your perfect match is based on your lifestyle, life goals, personal values and psychological compatibility. We DO NOT find matches based on common interests and hobbies. We believe the relationship is all about how two romantic partners act in life’s prickly situations. It's their ability to create a good "fit", even when their connection doesn't seem seamless, smooth and natural. We encourage our clients to focus less on physical criteria or common interests and more on a potential romantic partner's "relationship skills" or "emotional intelligence".

OUR MEMBER OF THE MONTH

VIEW OUR FEATURED MEMBERS OF THE MONTH

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OTHER MEMBERS CLICK HERE 

Gender - Female
Looking For - Serious relationship
Looking For - Male
Date of Birth - 12-15
Marital Status - Divorced
Do You Have Kids - Yes
How Many Kids - 1
Kids Live With You - They don't live with me
More Children - No
Match With Kids - Yes
Relocation - Might consider relocation
Body Type - Athletic
Height - 5'6"
Weight - 119lbs
Hair Color- Brown
Eye Color - Brown
Ethnic Background - Caucasian
Religion - Spiritual
Education - Some college
Occupation - Artistic/Creative/Performance
 
FOR MORE PHOTOS OF MISS APRIL CLICK HERE
      

Gender - Male
Looking For – Serious Relationship
Looking For - Female
Date Of Birth - 1961
Marital Status - Divorced
Do You Have Kids - Yes
How Many Kids - 2
Kids Live With You - They Don't Live With Me
More Children - Maybe
Match With Kids - Yes
Relocation - Completely Open
Body Type - Athletic
Height - 6'2"
Weight - 188
Hair Color- Brown
Eye Color - Brown
Ethnic Background - Caucasian
Religion - Christian

Education - College Income - $750,000+

Occupation - Self-Employed/Entrepreneur         

Gender - Female
Looking For Relations - Marriage and Children
Looking For - Male
Date Of Birth - 04/14/1983
Marital Status - Committed Relationships But Never Married
Do You Have Kids - No
More Children - Yes
Match With Kids - Maybe
Relocation - Somewhat Reluctant To Relocation
Body Type - Athletic
Height – 5’5”
Weight - 135
Hair Color- Blond
Eye Color - Green
Ethnic Background - Caucasian
Religion - Christian
Education - MBA
Occupation - Technical/Computers/Engineering
Income - $75,000-$100,000
 
FOR MORE PHOTOS OF MISS AUGUST CLICK HERE 

Gender - Male
Looking For Relations - Marriage and children
Looking For - Female
Date of Birth - 2/6/1970
Marital Status - Divorced
Do You Have Kids - No
More Children - Yes
Match With Kids - Yes
Relocation - Might consider relocation
Body Type - Slim/Slender
Height – 6’3”
Weight – 185lbs
Hair Color- Brown
Eye Color - Blue
Ethnic Background - Caucasian
Religion - Christian
Education - Master Degree
Occupation - Technical/Computers/Engineering
Income - $500,000-$750,000

 

Gender - Female
Looking For Relations - Serious relationship
Looking For - Male

Date of Birth - 06/09

More Children - Yes
Match With Kids - Yes
Relocation - Completely open
Body Type - Slim/Slender
Height – 5’10"
Weight – 135lbs
Hair Color- Brown
Eye Color - Brown
Ethnic Background - Caucasian
Education - University Degree

 

 

Gender - Male
Looking For Relations - Serious Relationship
Looking For - Female
Date of Birth - 04/17
Marital Status - Divorced
Do You Have Kids - No
More Children - Maybe
Match With Kids - Yes
Relocation - Might consider relocation
Body Type - Athletic
Height – 6’4
Weight - 215lbs
Hair Color- Brown
Eye Color - Brown
Ethnic Background - Caucasian
Religion - Christian
Education - BA
Occupation - Sales Manager

VIEW OUR FEATURED MEMBERS OF THE MONTH

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OTHER MEMBERS CLICK HERE 

Gender - Female
Looking For - Serious relationship
Looking For - Male
Date of Birth - 12-15
Marital Status - Divorced
Do You Have Kids - Yes
How Many Kids - 1
Kids Live With You - They don't live with me
More Children - No
Match With Kids - Yes
Relocation - Might consider relocation
Body Type - Athletic
Height - 5'6"
Weight - 119lbs
Hair Color- Brown
Eye Color - Brown
Ethnic Background - Caucasian
Religion - Spiritual
Education - Some college
Occupation - Artistic/Creative/Performance
 
FOR MORE PHOTOS OF MISS APRIL CLICK HERE
      

Gender - Male
Looking For – Serious Relationship
Looking For - Female
Date Of Birth - 1961
Marital Status - Divorced
Do You Have Kids - Yes
How Many Kids - 2
Kids Live With You - They Don't Live With Me
More Children - Maybe
Match With Kids - Yes
Relocation - Completely Open
Body Type - Athletic
Height - 6'2"
Weight - 188
Hair Color- Brown
Eye Color - Brown
Ethnic Background - Caucasian
Religion - Christian

Education - College Income - $750,000+

Occupation - Self-Employed/Entrepreneur         

Gender - Female
Looking For Relations - Marriage and Children
Looking For - Male
Date Of Birth - 04/14/1983
Marital Status - Committed Relationships But Never Married
Do You Have Kids - No
More Children - Yes
Match With Kids - Maybe
Relocation - Somewhat Reluctant To Relocation
Body Type - Athletic
Height – 5’5”
Weight - 135
Hair Color- Blond
Eye Color - Green
Ethnic Background - Caucasian
Religion - Christian
Education - MBA
Occupation - Technical/Computers/Engineering
Income - $75,000-$100,000
 
FOR MORE PHOTOS OF MISS AUGUST CLICK HERE 

Gender - Male
Looking For Relations - Marriage and children
Looking For - Female
Date of Birth - 2/6/1970
Marital Status - Divorced
Do You Have Kids - No
More Children - Yes
Match With Kids - Yes
Relocation - Might consider relocation
Body Type - Slim/Slender
Height – 6’3”
Weight – 185lbs
Hair Color- Brown
Eye Color - Blue
Ethnic Background - Caucasian
Religion - Christian
Education - Master Degree
Occupation - Technical/Computers/Engineering
Income - $500,000-$750,000

 

Gender - Female
Looking For Relations - Serious relationship
Looking For - Male

Date of Birth - 06/09

More Children - Yes
Match With Kids - Yes
Relocation - Completely open
Body Type - Slim/Slender
Height – 5’10"
Weight – 135lbs
Hair Color- Brown
Eye Color - Brown
Ethnic Background - Caucasian
Education - University Degree

 

 

Gender - Male
Looking For Relations - Serious Relationship
Looking For - Female
Date of Birth - 04/17
Marital Status - Divorced
Do You Have Kids - No
More Children - Maybe
Match With Kids - Yes
Relocation - Might consider relocation
Body Type - Athletic
Height – 6’4
Weight - 215lbs
Hair Color- Brown
Eye Color - Brown
Ethnic Background - Caucasian
Religion - Christian
Education - BA
Occupation - Sales Manager

CLIENTS PHOTO ALBUMS ON FACEBOOK

"BACHELOR and BACHELORETTE 2010" on SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING FACEBOOK FAN PAGE 
      
Click on the image below to view our "BACHELORETTE 2010"and "BACHELOR 2010" albums:                    

REGISTER  to become a SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING Database Member for FREE
A CONFIDENTIAL INTERVIEW AND A PRIVATE COACHING SESSION (*A fee of $395 applies) will be required if you would like to BECOME A FEATURED MEMBER OF A MONTH or TO BE LISTED IN OUR BACHELOR AND BACHELORETTES 2010 FACEBOOK PHOTO ALBUMS.    

CLICK on the Facebook logo below to become our FACEBOOK FAN and to recieve all the latest updates and events alerts:    
 
 
 

"BACHELOR and BACHELORETTE 2010" on SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING FACEBOOK FAN PAGE 
      
Click on the image below to view our "BACHELORETTE 2010"and "BACHELOR 2010" albums:                    

REGISTER  to become a SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING Database Member for FREE
A CONFIDENTIAL INTERVIEW AND A PRIVATE COACHING SESSION (*A fee of $395 applies) will be required if you would like to BECOME A FEATURED MEMBER OF A MONTH or TO BE LISTED IN OUR BACHELOR AND BACHELORETTES 2010 FACEBOOK PHOTO ALBUMS.    

CLICK on the Facebook logo below to become our FACEBOOK FAN and to recieve all the latest updates and events alerts:    
 
 
 

SUMMER OFFER - $125 OFF YOUR PHOTOSHOOT

SPECIAL SUMMER OFFER FROM SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING TO YOU:
$125 OFF YOUR PHOTO SESSION WITH A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER

A great photo requires patience, fun and creativity. Jennifer Richard, Photographer, specializes in personalized and romantic portraiture and knows that creating a relaxed environment brings out your best. She'll work with you before and through the shoot to sure you get amazing pictures that you love. Please visit Jennifer's web site to enjoy her imagery and style.

A special offer for clients of Sophisticated Matchmaking: book before the end of August and recieve $125 off $350 for a personalized portrait session including:

Ø     On-location shoot; up to an hour and a half with the photographer to get creative, relaxed portraits.
Ø     Two clothing look include. Jennifer will help with look and styling.
Ø     Additional looks for just $75 per outfit.
Ø     15-25 un-copyrighted portraits per outfit that are yours to keep all retouching and color correction included.

Make the most of first impressions - with Portraits by Jennifer Richard Photography

Jennifer Richard
www.JenniferRichardPhotography.com
www.JenniferRichard.wordpress.com
(206)372-2147

SPECIAL SUMMER OFFER FROM SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING TO YOU:
$125 OFF YOUR PHOTO SESSION WITH A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER

A great photo requires patience, fun and creativity. Jennifer Richard, Photographer, specializes in personalized and romantic portraiture and knows that creating a relaxed environment brings out your best. She'll work with you before and through the shoot to sure you get amazing pictures that you love. Please visit Jennifer's web site to enjoy her imagery and style.

A special offer for clients of Sophisticated Matchmaking: book before the end of August and recieve $125 off $350 for a personalized portrait session including:

Ø     On-location shoot; up to an hour and a half with the photographer to get creative, relaxed portraits.
Ø     Two clothing look include. Jennifer will help with look and styling.
Ø     Additional looks for just $75 per outfit.
Ø     15-25 un-copyrighted portraits per outfit that are yours to keep all retouching and color correction included.

Make the most of first impressions - with Portraits by Jennifer Richard Photography

Jennifer Richard
www.JenniferRichardPhotography.com
www.JenniferRichard.wordpress.com
(206)372-2147

GET A SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR YOUR PHOTO SESSION

SPECIAL GIFT FROM SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING TO YOU
$100 OFF YOUR PHOTO SESSION WITH A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER

Do you want to get better result with online dating? Then be ready to update your head and body shots!

All database members and clients of SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING are offered a discount $100 for a photo shoot to update your online profile with new head and body shots! A discount of $100 off the sitting fee is offered to everyone who is referred by Sophia McDonald. Be sure to mention the referral when you schedule your sitting.

Ø      $195 for the session

Ø      3 different clothing looks

Ø      3 un-copyrighted files of your choice

 

Photos come in both large and small file size. Any touch-up is an additional fee. The session can take 90 minutes or more so schedule accordingly.

 

 

Studio Vogue, Inc.

Mary Lienhard

Direct:  206.550.4065 / email: studiovogue@earthlink.net

Bellevue, WA 98005-1924

Creative Professional Photography for over 25 years

SPECIAL GIFT FROM SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING TO YOU
$100 OFF YOUR PHOTO SESSION WITH A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER

Do you want to get better result with online dating? Then be ready to update your head and body shots!

All database members and clients of SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING are offered a discount $100 for a photo shoot to update your online profile with new head and body shots! A discount of $100 off the sitting fee is offered to everyone who is referred by Sophia McDonald. Be sure to mention the referral when you schedule your sitting.

Ø      $195 for the session

Ø      3 different clothing looks

Ø      3 un-copyrighted files of your choice

 

Photos come in both large and small file size. Any touch-up is an additional fee. The session can take 90 minutes or more so schedule accordingly.

 

 

Studio Vogue, Inc.

Mary Lienhard

Direct:  206.550.4065 / email: studiovogue@earthlink.net

Bellevue, WA 98005-1924

Creative Professional Photography for over 25 years

A GIFT FOR YOU FROM SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING

SPECIAL GIFT FROM SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING TO YOU
$50 OFF YOUR SESSION WITH A PROFESSIONAL HAIRDRESSER

Do you want to get better result with dating? Then be ready to update your look!

All database members and clients of SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING are offered a discount $50 for a Special Occasion Style. A discount is offered to everyone who is referred by Sophia McDonald. Be sure to mention the referral when you schedule your appointment. This offer is valid for a 1st time clients only! Regular Prices will apply after 1st visit.

Package is available for additional Services:
Special Occasion Style $125 with referral $75
Designer Customized Haircut & Style with analyzing your face shape & bone structures $75. Designer Haircut & Colour Services -$175 with referral $125

To schedule an appointment call GALINA PETERSON (206) 409-4521

Salon Opulence
2046 Westlake Ave N., Suite #202

Seattle, WA 98109

Landing in Seattle in 1993 Galina graduated from Gene Juarez Beauty Academy and started her journey towards learning and defining her own individual style. Through frequent travels around the world and attending Fashion & Coiffure Shows she continued to push new boundaries in creating new trends and delivering her artistic passion & innovative touch.

"My goal is to constantly learn what is new in the World of Hair & Fashion. I'm an Artist who will always focus on the complete picture. Creating a unique portrait with an individual personality and lifestyle. That is my credo!"

 

SPECIAL GIFT FROM SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING TO YOU
$50 OFF YOUR SESSION WITH A PROFESSIONAL HAIRDRESSER

Do you want to get better result with dating? Then be ready to update your look!

All database members and clients of SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING are offered a discount $50 for a Special Occasion Style. A discount is offered to everyone who is referred by Sophia McDonald. Be sure to mention the referral when you schedule your appointment. This offer is valid for a 1st time clients only! Regular Prices will apply after 1st visit.

Package is available for additional Services:
Special Occasion Style $125 with referral $75
Designer Customized Haircut & Style with analyzing your face shape & bone structures $75. Designer Haircut & Colour Services -$175 with referral $125

To schedule an appointment call GALINA PETERSON (206) 409-4521

Salon Opulence
2046 Westlake Ave N., Suite #202

Seattle, WA 98109

Landing in Seattle in 1993 Galina graduated from Gene Juarez Beauty Academy and started her journey towards learning and defining her own individual style. Through frequent travels around the world and attending Fashion & Coiffure Shows she continued to push new boundaries in creating new trends and delivering her artistic passion & innovative touch.

"My goal is to constantly learn what is new in the World of Hair & Fashion. I'm an Artist who will always focus on the complete picture. Creating a unique portrait with an individual personality and lifestyle. That is my credo!"

 

PRESS ABOUT US

 Business Sportlight / January, 2010

 

My Way...

"Recruter for LOVE"

Sophia McDonald, Matchmaker

 

 

 

 

 

SeattlePi.com / JULY, 2009

So, where do you find love?... Where?... Well, my friend Sophia McDonald has got some great ideas and events up her-ever-so-lovely sleave! Yes, she owns "Sophisticated Matchmaking" and is going to throw some hot singles parties this year. Even though I fashion myself to be somewhat of a matchmaker (well... I was responsible for getting my two old friends Trisha Nerney & Mel Mandville together at my Seahawks party I had a few years ago.... and they've thanked me many times in the past, and are still together). I've also gotten together many other friends and it's fun, although, when the time is right for two people, there's usually not to much you can do to stop the kismit! But Sophie, now this gorgeous gal is the real pro when it comes to hooking people up - she's the true "Sophisticated Matchmaker"!.. -- Posted by Lisa Hilderbrand at July 12, 2009 10:21 a.m.

SEATTLE BUSINESS MONTHLY / JULY, 2008  

 “The extensive interview helps McDonald uncover information that allows her to match clients according to their character and prior relationships, rather than interests or hobbies. McDonald also performs an “emotional tune-up,” in which she helps clients analyze past relationships and decide what they want in a mate. She then scours her sources, including a 3,000-person database, to find a match...”
 
 

 Business Sportlight / January, 2010

 

My Way...

"Recruter for LOVE"

Sophia McDonald, Matchmaker

 

 

 

 

 

SeattlePi.com / JULY, 2009

So, where do you find love?... Where?... Well, my friend Sophia McDonald has got some great ideas and events up her-ever-so-lovely sleave! Yes, she owns "Sophisticated Matchmaking" and is going to throw some hot singles parties this year. Even though I fashion myself to be somewhat of a matchmaker (well... I was responsible for getting my two old friends Trisha Nerney & Mel Mandville together at my Seahawks party I had a few years ago.... and they've thanked me many times in the past, and are still together). I've also gotten together many other friends and it's fun, although, when the time is right for two people, there's usually not to much you can do to stop the kismit! But Sophie, now this gorgeous gal is the real pro when it comes to hooking people up - she's the true "Sophisticated Matchmaker"!.. -- Posted by Lisa Hilderbrand at July 12, 2009 10:21 a.m.

SEATTLE BUSINESS MONTHLY / JULY, 2008  

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Today, going online is just another way to find a date. But how do companies like eHarmony and Match.com set people up? Is there a magic formula? How has online dating changed the landscape of old–fashioned matchmaking? Online companies playing Cupid... is a match made in heaven really just a mouse click away?

 

WHY OUR MATCHMAKING APPROACH IS UNIQUE Everyone has a pattern to their relationships. What we call chemistry is actually hard wired deep in our subconscious. It determines your relationship choices for the rest of your life. Because of it, you crave specific types of people and situations whether they are good for you or not. You will continue to do this unless you do something to change your hard wiring. You cannot change your wiring by reading a book or by attending a seminar. If you could you would already have exactly the kind of relationships you want. Only methods that imprint on the primal level, that extracts your core fears and interrupts your original wiring can change your relationship patterns. That is what I do the best -help people to consider matches which they would never pick on their own to build a lifelong connection. REQUEST MORE INFO or click HERE to learn more

PRIVATE INTERVIEW AND COACHING SESSION (about 2-3 hours): includes a personal assessment to secure appropriate information about your desires and considerations; past history and patterns evaluation; and developing your Personal Love Development Plan. *A fee of $450 applies. LEARN MORE 

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FROM BACHELORETTE #12
Dear Sophia;
I just wanted to thank you for your highly intuitive gifts that have united me with someone who is potentially my life partner. When I first came to you with the desire to meet the man of my dreams, I felt in some strange way that you in fact were capable of doing this.  I felt this partly because you operate at a different energetic level in looking for potential soul mates but also because you “see” potential everywhere.  This is a gift and I see that in you.  After just a few meetings with you, I could sense that you felt my “essence” which is important when trying to find a compatible partner.  I could feel the universal forces working within you to try and find my match.  And you did that very quickly.  My first match!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I knew instantly that this man was on my life page and we had many karmic overlaps and synchronicities to play out.  That has been true and now 1 month later we are growing closer and closer to each other with the hope that we develop a long lasting and enduring relationship filled with happiness.  We are both thankful for you Sophia as you have changed both of our lives and made us better people.  I hope your gifts can be felt by many others as love is the universal energy and should be shared.  It’s the only thing that will make this world a better place.  Heartfelt thanks Sophia for your spiritual and intuitive perspective on people and love. ~ SLM, FEMALE, Seattle, June, 2010

"Thank you for the introduction you set up for me. Your experience and insight into people is very keen. The match you arraigned was a good one. I have had several dates with your client and there is good chemistry with us. We have a lot in common and have enjoyed each others company. I would be happy to recommend your services to anyone that is looking for a special person in their lives." Male - 60yo, Bellevue/WA - May, 2009

"Sophia's approach is dead-on and transforms all our soggy paradigms from the past into something that WORKS. She is participating powerfully in my transformation; she’s help me become a noticeably more loving and less ego-driven individual. In the end, Sophia’s approach proves that spiritual evolution of self is the only way to attract the mate you're looking for, and she makes it easy. She’s taught me in just a few hours how simple shifts in my self-awareness and attitudes can change everything for the better. Sophia’s experiential and philosophical approach does so much more than convert “lemons” into “lemonade”; she coaxes out our inner beauty. In my case, it was inner beauty I had never before appreciated in myself. Set free, that newfound joy and beauty is spreading like wildfire across every aspect of my life. I’ll never again approach a woman in the same way; I’ll never view my role in any love affair through the same flawed filter I was given in early life. She proves it is possible to teach old dogs new tricks! I have never before praised any service to this whole-hearted extent. But Sophia is simply extraordinary to work with. I have no conflict of interest in saying this; I only hope she can spread her take on love far and wide. She brilliantly synthesizes the most salient aspects of popular self-help and religions concepts from every corner of human experience, and the results are powerful. In fact, this service is much more than a matchmaking business. It’s really life-coaching on steroids, with a very pleasant side-effect. If you’re open to her guidance, it will bring much better matches and much better relationship skills into your life. Sophia helps solve the universal struggle of every human … the elimination of lovelessness and loneliness in our lives. Bravo Sophisticated Matchmaking!" Roger, Mercer Island/WA - October 8th, 2008

"I cannot thank you enough for your time yesterday. I want you to know that our meeting yesterday changed my life. That may sound melodramatic but that makes it no less true. Through our meeting, I was able to identify exactly what I am looking for in a life partner and now feel better equipped to recognize it when I see it. Moreover, I finally embraced my ultimate goal--to be married and to create a family--and no longer feel as though it's something I ought not admit for fear of what others might think. You gave me some tools I can use to stop wasting my time with all the things that do not look like my life partner and stay focused on my goal. In short, I am energized to pursue love deliberately. I must say, our meeting yesterday was time and money well spent. I would have paid ten times the amount to get the same value you provided to me yesterday alone--that is how impactful it was." Female - 35yo, Bellevue/WA - January, 2010

"From the moment I began talking with Sophia I felt she had a special understanding about me and what I was looking for. By the end of our first session I believe she knew more about me and my dating issues than I did. She has a very special way of making you comfortable and before you know it you are telling her your wants and needs for a relationship and thinking, “Wow, I didn’t realize that trait in a person is so important to me.” Sophia is very accessible, she quickly returns emails and phone calls, is constantly updating me on where we are in the process, what great man she thinks may be match for me, and setting up dates. Her services also include many fun outside events to attend. The “HIT THE TOWN” event that I attended was great time. Sophia invited a select group people whom she believed might make good matches for each other, 6 men and 6 women. The evening started off with a great intellectual discussion about relationships, dating issues, and advice on dealing with them. I found it to be a great way to gain insight on what the opposite sex was thinking and feeling about the dating process and it become obvious very quickly that we all seem to face the same problems. Sophia worked with everyone in a very conversational manner on what might work best for us to get over these hurtles. After a bite to eat, we all moved into the bar for an opportunity to speak one on one with anyone we wished. It was a wonderful time. I believe that Sophia truly cares about her clients and will search to the end of the earth to locate them their perfect match, and this is why I have put my love life in her capable hands." December, 2009 Female - Seattle, WA

"From the moment I began talking with Sophia I felt she had a special understanding about me and what I was looking for. By the end of our first session I believe she knew more about me and my dating issues than I did. She has a very special way of making you comfortable and before you know it you are telling her your wants and needs for a relationship and thinking, “Wow, I didn’t realize that trait in a person is so important to me.” Sophia is very accessible, she quickly returns emails and phone calls, is constantly updating me on where we are in the process, what great man she thinks may be match for me, and setting up dates. Her services also include many fun outside events to attend. The “HIT THE TOWN” event that I attended was great time. Sophia invited a select group people whom she believed might make good matches for each other, 6 men and 6 women. The evening started off with a great intellectual discussion about relationships, dating issues, and advice on dealing with them. I found it to be a great way to gain insight on what the opposite sex was thinking and feeling about the dating process and it become obvious very quickly that we all seem to face the same problems. Sophia worked with everyone in a very conversational manner on what might work best for us to get over these hurtles. After a bite to eat, we all moved into the bar for an opportunity to speak one on one with anyone we wished. It was a wonderful time. I believe that Sophia truly cares about her clients and will search to the end of the earth to locate them their perfect match, and this is why I have put my love life in her capable hands." December, 2009 Female - Seattle, WA

"I just thought I would take a second to let you know that your personal information activities were the most inspiring I have seen here at FB so far! And I have seen MANY!!! Love and Blessings!!!" September 30, 2009 Female - Orange County, CA

"Sophia, you have given me new inspiration on being single and a new hope! Well you have inspired me a great deal and since I have been reading your posts I believe I myself have made a turn in a better direction! So just another personal thank you for your inspiration! You rock!!I thank you so much!!!" November 28th, 2009 Male - Eugene, OR
 
"My life totally changed in the past month, you have no idea, to the good, to the excellent, and I think your words had some influence in my change, thanks :) I feel so good, I am blessed and happy inside, and it feels great! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving." November 28, 2009 Male – Los Angeles, CA
 
"Sophia McDonald’s approach to matchmaking is like no other. She believes that great relationships start with self awareness and she skillfully guides you through that process. Sophia has keen intuition and very insightful. She is teaching you in a very inspiring way to melt away hidden tendencies and behaviors that sabotage your relationships. What makes it pleasant working with Sophia is that she has a talent for teaching growth and transformation in a spirit of self-discovery and not blame, judgment or self-reproach. After every session with Sophia I feel enlightened and empowered. Sophia’s coaching already affected all aspects of my life. I was able to enhance my relationships with friends, parents, coworkers and even my neighbor without even trying. It’s like a magic ;-) I know I’ll never approach my next romantic relationship in a way I did before. I can‘t wait to discover what’s going to happen next." Tatyana O., Seattle/WA - October 9th, 2008

"You are one of the most accomplished women I have ever met (and I have met a lot of people). What makes you especially amazing is your gracious generous approach to life. I am sincere when I say you will be "famous". The spirit you embrace business into matchmaking makes a ton of sense to people like me who are very driven at work yet traditional in love. I truly thank you for the time you spent with me today. More than that, I thank you for the hard effort you put into making certain that I do my part. Much like a wonderful BIG sister, you sent me a POA (plan of action) which I greatly appreciate. Like faith without legs, talking about doing something means nothing if not followed with action!'  Female - 47yo, Bellevue/WA - December, 2007

"I've always believed that certain people come into your life for a reason, and Sophia was definitely one of those people! I went into our meeting thinking I knew what I wanted and how to get it. After going through my family and persoanl history and reviewing goals with her my eyes were opened in a big way. She helped me re-evaluate my priorities, see patterns of mistakes and helped me put together an action plan. I now have a better sense of who I am, what I'm looking for, and where I want to be. Spending a few hours with her changed my entire outlook on dating". Female - 33yo, Seattle/WA - January, 2008

“While working with Sophia, I did recognize I was in the presence of amazing... Thanks again for being wonderful. You help me believe that there really are truly special women out there...” Male - 53yo, Olympia/WA - June, 2008

"If you have any issues or confusion about love at all, at least one visit to this group could open your mind to realizations and teach you how to be objective toward yourself in future relationships; well, in everything really!" - Gabríel Rey Morales (Aug 22, 2008)
 
"The group in attendance was open and willing to share views and listen to others." - Kelly (Aug 21, 2008)

"Your questions will be answered. The insight of a professional matchmaker brings to light many topic that you can further explore on your own." - Arland (Aug 14, 2008)
 
"It's a different perspective on dating." - Brian (Aug 11, 2008)
 
"Sophia has a lot of passion for what she does. She is a person that I feel that can improve your life just by being around her and listening to her speak." -
Brett (Jul 25, 2008)
 
"Good to come with a open heart, if you want to get better at dating and relationships" - Jacqueline (Jul 24, 2008) 

"Dear Sophia, I just want to let you know how grateful I am for you to help me this year. I broke up with my boyfriend in February, determined to find the path I wanted to take and had the personal interview with you. That interview helped me so much. In the last month, I met a wonderful man who is a principal of a school. He is 48 years old, a marathon runner. I know I am a bit older than him, but it does not seem to bother him. We have mutual attraction and admiration of each other, truly want to build the relationship of love and kindness. I have never thought I would find someone like him. People say you find someone when you are least looking, and that's exactly what happened to me. We are already thinking of planning trips for next year. I just want to thank you for all you have done for me this year. I truly believe when you have the right frame of mind, you would attract a person with the same. Happy holidays!" December 18th, 2009, Female, - Bellevue, WA

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FROM BACHELORETTE #12
Dear Sophia;
I just wanted to thank you for your highly intuitive gifts that have united me with someone who is potentially my life partner. When I first came to you with the desire to meet the man of my dreams, I felt in some strange way that you in fact were capable of doing this.  I felt this partly because you operate at a different energetic level in looking for potential soul mates but also because you “see” potential everywhere.  This is a gift and I see that in you.  After just a few meetings with you, I could sense that you felt my “essence” which is important when trying to find a compatible partner.  I could feel the universal forces working within you to try and find my match.  And you did that very quickly.  My first match!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I knew instantly that this man was on my life page and we had many karmic overlaps and synchronicities to play out.  That has been true and now 1 month later we are growing closer and closer to each other with the hope that we develop a long lasting and enduring relationship filled with happiness.  We are both thankful for you Sophia as you have changed both of our lives and made us better people.  I hope your gifts can be felt by many others as love is the universal energy and should be shared.  It’s the only thing that will make this world a better place.  Heartfelt thanks Sophia for your spiritual and intuitive perspective on people and love. ~ SLM, FEMALE, Seattle, June, 2010

"Thank you for the introduction you set up for me. Your experience and insight into people is very keen. The match you arraigned was a good one. I have had several dates with your client and there is good chemistry with us. We have a lot in common and have enjoyed each others company. I would be happy to recommend your services to anyone that is looking for a special person in their lives." Male - 60yo, Bellevue/WA - May, 2009

"Sophia's approach is dead-on and transforms all our soggy paradigms from the past into something that WORKS. She is participating powerfully in my transformation; she’s help me become a noticeably more loving and less ego-driven individual. In the end, Sophia’s approach proves that spiritual evolution of self is the only way to attract the mate you're looking for, and she makes it easy. She’s taught me in just a few hours how simple shifts in my self-awareness and attitudes can change everything for the better. Sophia’s experiential and philosophical approach does so much more than convert “lemons” into “lemonade”; she coaxes out our inner beauty. In my case, it was inner beauty I had never before appreciated in myself. Set free, that newfound joy and beauty is spreading like wildfire across every aspect of my life. I’ll never again approach a woman in the same way; I’ll never view my role in any love affair through the same flawed filter I was given in early life. She proves it is possible to teach old dogs new tricks! I have never before praised any service to this whole-hearted extent. But Sophia is simply extraordinary to work with. I have no conflict of interest in saying this; I only hope she can spread her take on love far and wide. She brilliantly synthesizes the most salient aspects of popular self-help and religions concepts from every corner of human experience, and the results are powerful. In fact, this service is much more than a matchmaking business. It’s really life-coaching on steroids, with a very pleasant side-effect. If you’re open to her guidance, it will bring much better matches and much better relationship skills into your life. Sophia helps solve the universal struggle of every human … the elimination of lovelessness and loneliness in our lives. Bravo Sophisticated Matchmaking!" Roger, Mercer Island/WA - October 8th, 2008

"I cannot thank you enough for your time yesterday. I want you to know that our meeting yesterday changed my life. That may sound melodramatic but that makes it no less true. Through our meeting, I was able to identify exactly what I am looking for in a life partner and now feel better equipped to recognize it when I see it. Moreover, I finally embraced my ultimate goal--to be married and to create a family--and no longer feel as though it's something I ought not admit for fear of what others might think. You gave me some tools I can use to stop wasting my time with all the things that do not look like my life partner and stay focused on my goal. In short, I am energized to pursue love deliberately. I must say, our meeting yesterday was time and money well spent. I would have paid ten times the amount to get the same value you provided to me yesterday alone--that is how impactful it was." Female - 35yo, Bellevue/WA - January, 2010

"From the moment I began talking with Sophia I felt she had a special understanding about me and what I was looking for. By the end of our first session I believe she knew more about me and my dating issues than I did. She has a very special way of making you comfortable and before you know it you are telling her your wants and needs for a relationship and thinking, “Wow, I didn’t realize that trait in a person is so important to me.” Sophia is very accessible, she quickly returns emails and phone calls, is constantly updating me on where we are in the process, what great man she thinks may be match for me, and setting up dates. Her services also include many fun outside events to attend. The “HIT THE TOWN” event that I attended was great time. Sophia invited a select group people whom she believed might make good matches for each other, 6 men and 6 women. The evening started off with a great intellectual discussion about relationships, dating issues, and advice on dealing with them. I found it to be a great way to gain insight on what the opposite sex was thinking and feeling about the dating process and it become obvious very quickly that we all seem to face the same problems. Sophia worked with everyone in a very conversational manner on what might work best for us to get over these hurtles. After a bite to eat, we all moved into the bar for an opportunity to speak one on one with anyone we wished. It was a wonderful time. I believe that Sophia truly cares about her clients and will search to the end of the earth to locate them their perfect match, and this is why I have put my love life in her capable hands." December, 2009 Female - Seattle, WA

"From the moment I began talking with Sophia I felt she had a special understanding about me and what I was looking for. By the end of our first session I believe she knew more about me and my dating issues than I did. She has a very special way of making you comfortable and before you know it you are telling her your wants and needs for a relationship and thinking, “Wow, I didn’t realize that trait in a person is so important to me.” Sophia is very accessible, she quickly returns emails and phone calls, is constantly updating me on where we are in the process, what great man she thinks may be match for me, and setting up dates. Her services also include many fun outside events to attend. The “HIT THE TOWN” event that I attended was great time. Sophia invited a select group people whom she believed might make good matches for each other, 6 men and 6 women. The evening started off with a great intellectual discussion about relationships, dating issues, and advice on dealing with them. I found it to be a great way to gain insight on what the opposite sex was thinking and feeling about the dating process and it become obvious very quickly that we all seem to face the same problems. Sophia worked with everyone in a very conversational manner on what might work best for us to get over these hurtles. After a bite to eat, we all moved into the bar for an opportunity to speak one on one with anyone we wished. It was a wonderful time. I believe that Sophia truly cares about her clients and will search to the end of the earth to locate them their perfect match, and this is why I have put my love life in her capable hands." December, 2009 Female - Seattle, WA

"I just thought I would take a second to let you know that your personal information activities were the most inspiring I have seen here at FB so far! And I have seen MANY!!! Love and Blessings!!!" September 30, 2009 Female - Orange County, CA

"Sophia, you have given me new inspiration on being single and a new hope! Well you have inspired me a great deal and since I have been reading your posts I believe I myself have made a turn in a better direction! So just another personal thank you for your inspiration! You rock!!I thank you so much!!!" November 28th, 2009 Male - Eugene, OR
 
"My life totally changed in the past month, you have no idea, to the good, to the excellent, and I think your words had some influence in my change, thanks :) I feel so good, I am blessed and happy inside, and it feels great! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving." November 28, 2009 Male – Los Angeles, CA
 
"Sophia McDonald’s approach to matchmaking is like no other. She believes that great relationships start with self awareness and she skillfully guides you through that process. Sophia has keen intuition and very insightful. She is teaching you in a very inspiring way to melt away hidden tendencies and behaviors that sabotage your relationships. What makes it pleasant working with Sophia is that she has a talent for teaching growth and transformation in a spirit of self-discovery and not blame, judgment or self-reproach. After every session with Sophia I feel enlightened and empowered. Sophia’s coaching already affected all aspects of my life. I was able to enhance my relationships with friends, parents, coworkers and even my neighbor without even trying. It’s like a magic ;-) I know I’ll never approach my next romantic relationship in a way I did before. I can‘t wait to discover what’s going to happen next." Tatyana O., Seattle/WA - October 9th, 2008

"You are one of the most accomplished women I have ever met (and I have met a lot of people). What makes you especially amazing is your gracious generous approach to life. I am sincere when I say you will be "famous". The spirit you embrace business into matchmaking makes a ton of sense to people like me who are very driven at work yet traditional in love. I truly thank you for the time you spent with me today. More than that, I thank you for the hard effort you put into making certain that I do my part. Much like a wonderful BIG sister, you sent me a POA (plan of action) which I greatly appreciate. Like faith without legs, talking about doing something means nothing if not followed with action!'  Female - 47yo, Bellevue/WA - December, 2007

"I've always believed that certain people come into your life for a reason, and Sophia was definitely one of those people! I went into our meeting thinking I knew what I wanted and how to get it. After going through my family and persoanl history and reviewing goals with her my eyes were opened in a big way. She helped me re-evaluate my priorities, see patterns of mistakes and helped me put together an action plan. I now have a better sense of who I am, what I'm looking for, and where I want to be. Spending a few hours with her changed my entire outlook on dating". Female - 33yo, Seattle/WA - January, 2008

“While working with Sophia, I did recognize I was in the presence of amazing... Thanks again for being wonderful. You help me believe that there really are truly special women out there...” Male - 53yo, Olympia/WA - June, 2008

"If you have any issues or confusion about love at all, at least one visit to this group could open your mind to realizations and teach you how to be objective toward yourself in future relationships; well, in everything really!" - Gabríel Rey Morales (Aug 22, 2008)
 
"The group in attendance was open and willing to share views and listen to others." - Kelly (Aug 21, 2008)

"Your questions will be answered. The insight of a professional matchmaker brings to light many topic that you can further explore on your own." - Arland (Aug 14, 2008)
 
"It's a different perspective on dating." - Brian (Aug 11, 2008)
 
"Sophia has a lot of passion for what she does. She is a person that I feel that can improve your life just by being around her and listening to her speak." -
Brett (Jul 25, 2008)
 
"Good to come with a open heart, if you want to get better at dating and relationships" - Jacqueline (Jul 24, 2008) 

"Dear Sophia, I just want to let you know how grateful I am for you to help me this year. I broke up with my boyfriend in February, determined to find the path I wanted to take and had the personal interview with you. That interview helped me so much. In the last month, I met a wonderful man who is a principal of a school. He is 48 years old, a marathon runner. I know I am a bit older than him, but it does not seem to bother him. We have mutual attraction and admiration of each other, truly want to build the relationship of love and kindness. I have never thought I would find someone like him. People say you find someone when you are least looking, and that's exactly what happened to me. We are already thinking of planning trips for next year. I just want to thank you for all you have done for me this year. I truly believe when you have the right frame of mind, you would attract a person with the same. Happy holidays!" December 18th, 2009, Female, - Bellevue, WA
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What people have to say about matchmaking and coaching services provided by me:) Letters like this make my heart smile:) XO

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“We search for happiness everywhere, but we are like Tolstoy’s fabled beggar who spent his life sitting on a pot of gold, under him the whole time. Your treasure–your perfection–is within you already. But to claim it, you must leave the buy commotion of the mind and abandon the desires of the ego and enter into the silence of the heart.”

"To lose balance sometimes for love is part of living a balanced life"

"You gotta stop wearing your wishbone where your backbone oughtta be"

“Faith is walking face-first and full-speed into the dark”

‘I once recognized myself as a friend’

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Notes from Spiritual Living Group By Sophia McDonald

Like two golden birds perched on the selfsame tree, intimate friends, the Ego and the Self dwell in the same body. The former eats the sweet and sour fruits of the tree of life, while the latter on it detachment.
~ The Mundaka Upanishad

In order to acquire anything in the physical universe, you have to relinquish your attachment to it. This doesn’t mean you give up the intention to create your desire. You give your attachment to the outcome.

 

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What You Notice Matters! And, what I've noticed is that I'm intuiting that we are in an energetic period of grace in the waning days of summer. This is an important time that can make all the difference to how your fall season forms.

I've been sensing that many of us are in a "holding" pattern right now and that things are going to dynamically change up come September. It's not holding as in "doing nothing" It's about being in the moment, being observant and appreciating the grace of planning and prepping time.

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Have you ever experienced this? Things are going well with your guy. So well, as a matter of fact, that when you start feeling insecure about something or want to share something you think he'll perceive as “negative”, you keep it inside. You're afraid that by being honest with him, you'll rock the boat.

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1. THE RORI RAYE MANTRA TO INSTANTLY CONNECT WITH A MAN

Trust Your Boundaries
Follow Your Feelings
Choose Your Words
Be Surprised

I trust my boundaries - I trust myself: I know I will not knowingly toss my pearls before swine, throw myself into the path of destruction, hide from the truth, go along with or tolerate something that is damaging to me. Now I can move to my feelings.

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Give yourself credit for trying to find the best qualities that your partner has to offer, starting new relationships with an open mind and being positive is a great way to start off, but when you are making decisions that affect your life long term looking at only the best qualities that a person has to offer may cause you to overlook their worst ones and those could be the ones that break your relationship and have a negative impact on your life.

 

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My friend Karen is a gorgeous, tall, auburn-haired beauty with measurements that would put Barbie to shame. And although she has her pick of hot guys to choose from, she's currently in a committed relationship with a man who's pushing 5'6", balding and could afford to park 15 pounds.

And she couldn't be happier.
Their pairing is not an anomaly. All one has to do is step out onto the street or flip through a gossip rag to see a great beauty stepping out with her beast. From couples such as J. Lo and Mark Anthony, Beth Ostrosky and Howard Stern, Salman Rushdie, and well, anyone, one thing is clear: Physically-mismatched couples are everywhere.

 

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