It's difficult, because almost everyone wants love. We want to find love and we want it to be just like "in the movies". Sad part is, that isn't the case the majority of the time. Ms. or Mr. Perfect aren't usually going to just bump into you one day on a crowded street. It's quite possible, but unlikely.

Point is, we usually have to work on it. We have to build it. I think "love at first sight" is definitely possible, but I wouldn't say it's common. My only suggestion for you would be to look for friends first. Be patient, and take things slow. That's easier said than done, but if you look for friends rather than a lifelong partner it could be beneficial in many ways. I have always believed that many relationships that begin as friends tend to work much better than those that don't.