Dating New Territory |
15.04.06 |
Are you beginning to despair? Are you beginning to believe the spinster jokes thrown your way? Do you honestly believe that your soulmate may not have been born because you can’t seem to find our other half?
Check if any of these reasons sound like a logical reason why you haven’t found your match:
- The person for you may be quite shy and doesn’t date much. Not everyone is comfortable hanging out on a friday night. Rather than be a wallflower at a party, he may prefer to be behind his computer screen.
- He may live quite a distance from you in which case thank goodness for the internet. Just imagine if your mate is someone who lives in the country of your dreams. There may be a reason why you took all those language lessons when you knew you wouldn’t get to use it much at home when you enrolled. Long distance romances have been known to happen (and more frequently now that the world wide web is in place).
- Could your match be in the same physical form as you? Maybe you’re looking in the wrong place because your upbringing firmly says the only place to find a relationship is in a heterosexual relationship
- What if your match is already married?Let’s face it, a lot of people get married too soon and then regret it. If you’ve only been interested in singles, then yes, you will overlook your possible match.Why not check out those who’ve been once bitten. Advantage, they are more clear on what they want in a relationship.
Don’t give up yet. Get into online dating before you call it a night. Love may just be an internet connection away!
Splish Splash |
14.04.06 |
The weather is growing warmer. Things are heating up. As the temperature rises, why not bring your date out where you can both show off your form? Dress down and have some water fun. Here are some suggestions to have a great swim date:
- You have to know how to swim, even a little. Having to save you from drowning in less than 6 feet of water is unappealing.
- Wear the right outfit. Don’t go to the beach and then refuse to shuck off your clothes. There are lots of swim trunks or shorts; one of the styles is bound to suit your body structure. Don’t worry about not looking like Mr. Universe. Women aren’t impressed by just biceps and abs. They look for genuine, interesting conversation and good manners as well.
- Wear sun protection (an absolute must!) You may want to bronze up a little to look less pale. Forget the zinc oxide! It may be better protection and all that but it looks way too geeky. Leave off for now and wear it another time.
- Do your homework. Find out what activities both of you would like to try out and make sure that the activity is available where you’re going. Lucky you if all she wants to do is lie on the beach and work on her tan. Be prepared to join her in parasailing or bungee jumping if she chooses, though she probably won’t force you to do so. Admittedly not everyone is suited for heights.
The important thing is to have fun! Build a sand castle or two and enjoy the sunset together. Frolic under the sun and enjoy relaxing in each others company.
Expressions of Love |
13.04.06 |
You think you’ve found your soulmate, the person who is your match. You want to do something special. You’d like to find a way to express how much you feel for them. Try out these suggestions:
- Get her flowers. While roses are a popular choice the lady won’t be particularly impressed. Roses are a common selection. Why not find out her favorite flowers and bring her those. You’ll be surpised that they’ll sometimes appreciate a simple wildflower bouquet more than your expensive orchid. They will appreciate the effort you made to find out what they really love.
- Send her love notes. While people will probably scoff and say it’s too sentimental, the truth is they melt when they receive sincere expressions of love. You can write your own letters or just pen in your personal message in a store bought card. The point is to let her know that you think of her.
- Take her to a fancy restaurant. Dress to the nines and have a date at a restaurant she’s always wanted to try but won’t because it’s a bit expensive. If she’s worth it, spend a little.
- Take her for a vacation where you can really be alone and enjoy each other’s company. Doesn’t mean you have to be cooped up in a room all day. It does mean being away from well meaning friends and prying relatives. Get to know each other better in a venue that is relaxed and stress free for both of you.
- Get her certificates to her favorite spa. Let her know that you want her to be pampered and cossetted. Give her a chance to unwind from the pressures of work under the hands of a professional masseuse. You can even join her and get pampered yourself.
There are a hundred ways to let her know how you feel. The point is to show thoughtfulness in choosing your gift. The truth is, your lady will know how you feel by how much planning and effort you put into preparing your romantic gesture - not in how expensive your gift is.
