I remember the first Thanksgiving when my sister decided to spend the holiday weekend with her serious boyfriend’s family instead of coming home.  It also happened to be the Thanksgiving when my brother decided to spend the holiday travelling with his girlfriend instead of coming home.  I spent the holiday with my parents and other close relatives, but I knew that it was a big deal that we had all reached the age where we might not all spend every holiday together anymore.
Missing holidays with your family to be with your significant other’s family is a pretty big deal.  Not …read more

Believe it or not, one of the most common questions I get asked is for suggestions for a “Paris theme” date. Well, why not? Paris is definitely one of the most beautiful spots in the whole world, and certainly known for being the most romantic. But if you can’t afford to hop a plane and fly there today, don’t fret. Here are a few ideas to bring a little Paris romance into your world.

Find a French Bistro in Your Hometown
Once upon a time, you could only get that great French food in Paris. Not anymore. …read more

One of the biggest questions single girls have these days is whether or not to call a guy she is interested in. Some girls worry that calling her potential love interest may scare him away, while others believe that women should have every right to make a move just like a guy would. But what the right answer? Here are some tips to you decide what’s best for you.

Is He Shy?
Some guys are just not very good at asking out girls. They think a lot about saying the perfect thing, and often wait so long that …read more

There are a million reasons these days why your boyfriend might be unusually stressed out and busy…new job, new school, new financial situation, etc.  With the country’s financial situation the way that it is, lots of people take on more responsibilities than they did before just to make ends meet or create opportunities for the future.  Men and women are taking on more hours at work and are forced to take on even more responsibilities as co-workers get laid off.  Many are heading back to school to focus on higher education until the job market turns around.  All around me …read more

Many singles wonder if it is possible to stay friends with an ex. The short answer is a qualified “yes.” It’s not always possible (or advisable.) If you’d like to stay pals with your ex, here are some tips to guide you.

Don’t Offer Friendship as a Way to Soften the Blow
Let’s face it, sometimes break ups don’t go very well. The person may get extremely upset, and being the good-natured people we are, we may want to soften the blow. An easy way to do this is to tell the person that you’d like to …read more

Think all the good women are taken? Think again! There are plenty of single women just looking for a wonderful guy. Want to know how to spot them? Here are a few strategies.

Facebook
Remember that cute girl from high school? Or how about the one you dated briefly in college? Facebook allows you to connect with old friends, and you never know where it could lead. Send her a friend request and get the conversation going.
Lunch Dating
Too busy to date? Take a break for lunch and meet someone new instead. Most lunch …read more

Facebook almost ruined my life.
I was one of the last people to jump on board the facebook train.
My profile picture was the question mark for about a year before I let the social media world know what I actually looked like.  At first I really didn’t care much for the site. I would randomly check in, seldom comment on anything and almost never update my status.
Then, it happened.
I discovered that my ex-boyfriend was on facebook.
We had a bad breakup and did not remain friends, which was one hundred percent my call.  We had one of those tumultuous on and off …read more

For all of you women out there who prefer a man who keeps his body and facial hair well-groomed…you are not alone!  Remington Products recently conducted a poll of 435 males about their personal grooming habits and 440 females about what grooming styles they find most attractive.  Men, unless you are naturally hairless, you better invest in some clippers and razors because the survey results showed that the majority of women think that poor grooming is a total turn-off!

Thinking about what to wear on a first date to impress a girl?  I would suggest pairing a clean-shaven face with your …read more

One of the biggest questions singles have is how to meet someone special. If you’re a gal looking for the guy of your dreams, trust me when I say he is probably right around the corner. Here are five ways you can meet a guy (maybe even this weekend!)

Go Online
Online dating gives the biggest selection of singles around. There are probably dozens (at a conservative estimate) of men who like to do the same things you do who for whatever reason, you’ve never had the pleasure of meeting. Best thing about being online? You know that …read more

Everyone is feeling the pinch of the economy today, and it affects every area of our lives (including dating.) Daters want to provide a good first impression for the new person in their life without breaking the bank. It can be done! (I promise.) Sometimes dating frugally is simply just paying attention to the small expenses you routinely dole out. Remember, it isn’t how much money you spend, it’s how attentive you are to your date. Great dates are often made under the simplest of circumstances.

If you’re scratching your head for ideas, here are …read more