After many angry e-mails to boot company, rcvd discount to their in-person store in Covent Garden. Went there during my March 2012 London trip and bought not only a pair of dark brown wide calf boots, but also a black pair! SUCCESS!
As of 16 March 2012, had gone on one date thanks to eDarling...unfortunately, I had to do the asking (used 29 Feb as excuse). Otherwise people are showing no interest whatsoever in my profile. Am considering signing up with another site as well. But at least I broke the ice and got started, so I'm going to mark this goal as complete (not that I've completed dating, but that I've completed "beginning the process").
As of 16 March 2012, have rcvd details about trip and compared dates to my calendar. Crossing fingers that some work issues will resolve themselves so that I can sign up. They said I can definitely use my certificate for it, though!
Accidentally found a studio which offers line dancing classes right down the street from my nail tech...called them in March 2012 but have not yet reached anyone.