Listen to Your Friends

Some of you may think you do but you really don’t. You hear but you don’t listen. To hear is to just perceive sound but to listen is to pay attention. Let’s start with the obvious. You can’t possibly listen to someone if you are talking at the same time. This bears repeating. YOU CAN’T POSSIBLY LISTEN TO SOMEONE IF YOU ARE TALKING AT THE SAME TIME. So how does one listen? Dr. Cheryl A. Burton ,LCSW-R, DSW, psychotherapist in White Plains, NY, “The art of good... Read more »

Surefire Techniques For Your First Date

For many people meeting people online is the easy part, the hard part is planning a first date. Here are some great first date tips. Planning a first date can be very stressful. Many people would like to make a great first impression and for many people, meeting new people and having them evaluate them can be uncomfortable. If you don’t like first dates, there are some first date tips to make your date more comfortable with less anxiety. One of the most important first date tips is don’t... Read more »

Living with Your Significant Other

You and the love of your life are ever growing in your relationship and are now seriously considering taking your relationship to the next level. No, not marriage, you want to move in together so you can spend every waking moment on each other’s nerves. I mean in each other’s loving company. That is a big, big step. I mean HUGE! I know eventually my boyfriend and me are going to move in together and to be quite honest, the thought of that actually happening, although exciting, is also... Read more »

6 Facts About Women For The Shy Guy

For many men, approaching a pretty girl they like can feel as if they have an anxiety disorder. The nervousness and anxiety can become so bad when trying to pick up a pretty girl, that you might actually experience symptoms that are similar to those of a panic attack! Now let me ask you this, when you are thinking about or are about to approach a beautiful girl that you like. Do you experience any of these symptoms? - Hyperventilating - Jitteriness - Racing thoughts - Racing Heart Beat - Feeling... Read more »

What Kind of a Commitment Do You Make to Commitment?

We do not often think about it in the context of dating, but a lot of words have multiple meanings. Let us take a look at one of the big words that comes up fairly often in the dating world and think about how the various meanings can affect our own (and other peoples) reactions when we hear it. While many folks make beautiful, loving connotations when they hear the word commitment, many others treat it like it only has four letters. So many people act like it is a dirty word that sometimes it... Read more »

Planning The Perfect Bachelor’s Party

More famously known as the Stag Party, bachelor parties conjure up images of a night filled with debauchery and undiluted pleasure, complete with strippers, booze, et al. While you may dream of throwing the most decadent of all bachelor parties, it may be a good idea to get your bride’s permission before going full steam ahead. If she has strong reservations against it, you may find yourself throwing many more bachelor parties as she goes ahead and cancels all wedding plans. It’s certainly... Read more »

Choosing The Perfect Wedding Favors

Choosing the right wedding favors is an important part of your wedding preparations. It is these wedding favors that guests will go home with. Years down the line, after all the other details of the wedding have faded into memory, your wedding favors will serve as poignant memories of this special day. Though budget is one of the factors that go into determining the kind of wedding favors you choose; it is certainly by no means a limiting factor. Wedding favors are available in all price ranges and... Read more »

The Man’s Guide To Romantic Gifts

Sometimes, a romantic gift can be the perfect thing for a man to give to his lover. It is almost a necessity on certain occasions, such as anniversaries or Valentine’s Day. But every man has faced the challenge of choosing the right romantic gift. Men are frequently at a loss when it comes to romantic gifts, and don’t even know the first place to start. If you’re in this situation, then read on to find some tips for getting a great romantic gift for your lover. Flowers are a no-brainer.... Read more »

Wedding Mints: A Favor to Savor for All Seasons

Who doesn’t love a mint after dinner? Almost everyone does, which is why wedding mints are a popular choice among favor shoppers. But that’s not the only reason brides choose wedding mints. True, the cool peppermint flavor refreshes the taste buds much the same way your love for your future husband refreshes your soul, but take a look at the keepsake tins they come in. There are currently more than sixty styles of personalized tins to fit nearly any decor that your guests will be... Read more »

Building a Beach Wedding Reception Even if You Don’t Live Near a Beach!

Just because you don’t live near a beach doesn’t mean you can’t have a beach wedding reception. If you do live near a beach, great but, with the abundance of beach wedding favors and accessories available there is no reason you can’t build a wedding reception that fits your passion and style - even out in the salt flats of Nevada, or the prairies of the Dakota’s! And it’s true regardless of whether your idea of beach wedding favors include sea shell and sea life... Read more »