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Look, I’m not your typical laid back bachelor, habitually interested in being missing the fun instead of living it up with friends. I’d bet you guys probably never heard me ramble about great dating and compatibility. There’s a reason for that.

Datelessness is a fixable human characteristic and intentionally never written into my genetics. But, Here’s the situation, I had to squelch a solid relationship and I felt a great deal for but just deadended for both of us. So one might go on record saying it has been years since I dated. I don’t have the optimism of dating with great expectations I held years ago.

Living free and single isn’t bad. One thing is for sure, I can’t stay in undisturbed, devowering Two and a Half Men on DVD. The biggest reason for this case of weekend dating apathy? The people I know are settling down, and most ladies I meet at work are taken.

My former football pal, Andrew, who doesn’t know the meaning of dating apathy, informed me he’s almost in a similar place. He signed up for Great Expectations Phoenix. Of course, I enjoy getting to know delightful women who meet my values. So I put myself on a plan and paid the membership fee to get started.

I told myself, you wouldn’t grovel by being alone if you haven’t even put yourself into the game. As my mentor and football coach Paul Kniffen often said with a smile, “You’re complaining to the competition, sparky.”

Sheer genius, right? But, Coach was right without being self-righteous. He meant well to everyone. This care-free company offering matchmaking services in Dallas that I use might have done a number on the gipper’s shiny bald head.

At great expectations singles events I talked to dozens insightful and attractive ladies that meet my interest. I truthfully had a carefree night with some intelligently noteworthy singles. The evening ended following a promising exchange of numbers, and as a plus, I grew some professional relationships for my company. Right on!

Get out there. Can’t score if you don’t. Listen to me and believe in your own great expectations for your dating life.

Live It Up!

Larry D.

In cyberspace - there is an abundance of advice for online dating - for both women and men. Here are 4 steps that will aid you out on your first date.

First Step:

Don’t act (pretend) to impress. Be yourself! You’re going to lose her interest if she has to center on your act or attitude. Try to pretend that she is just a acquaintance and you aren’t trying to win her over, and perhaps you’ll be comfortable enough to more easily be yourself.

2nd Tip:

Remember! 1st impressions definitely matter. Make sure she doesn’t think you will be a boring partner. Don’t talk too much - and try to balance the conversation. Don’t just say yes or no to her inquiries, but you also do not want to state your biography either. If you only talk about yourself, then you will sound extremely vain and uninteresting!

Step Three -

You need to look confident on your first singles date. You need to make her feel like you are wise and fascinating. When you speak, you need to sound capable, but not conceited. Don’t make her not like you before she comes to experience you! You don’t want to make your first date, your last date!

For my last point of advice - you need to have fun with dating online! Try and forget your jitteriness, and worries. Imagine like your not even on a date - but instead, merely hanging out with your friend. Hopefully your first date will be a unforgettable one.

Valentines day is fast approaching, and it is one of the most romantic days of the year. So, you should do something nice for your partner. Whether it’s a present or even a very romantic short break, you don’t even have to spend any money, a romantic gesture is just as pleasing as an expensive box of chocolates..

Some of the more traditional Valentines presents include flowers, chocolates or a short romantic break, sometimes all 3. Below i have included some tid bits of advice, from my personal experience of over 30 years of marriage

- With flowers it’s about quality not quantity, you want some with traditional Valentines colours and a nice smell

- If you go for flowers make sure you get a well designed bouquet from a reputable florist. Don’t buy flowers from supermarkets, garages or newsagents go with a reputable florist

- Chocolate is always a safe bet, belgian chocs or truffles are a bonus. Try to find out what her favourite chocolate is and buy her that.

- If you’re looking to push the boat out a short break to someplace romantic will earn you brownie points. You might not be able to get it on Valentines day, but try to get it as close as possible. You don’t have to go to Paris, someplace peaceful and relaxing is just as romantic

Whatever you do decide on, remember it’s always nice to make your Valentines a surprise. If you do the same thing every year it’s time for a change