Dating Disaster: The Man Who Loved His Dog…A Lot
As one dater finds, it can be difficult to separate man and his best friend.
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Bad Date? These 10 Were Probably Worse
A woman offers her bad dating stories as comic relief for frustrated daters.
After I go on a great date and wait with bated breath for a call that never comes, I of course conclude that the guy must have been kidnapped, has suddenly accepted that he was gay, or has died.
Bad Relationships Are A Waste Of Time
Why do bad dates and relationships have to become life lessons? I'd rather just forget them.
Really, the biggest fallacy of dating is the idea that every single date or relationship better prepares you for this mythical Soul Mate. A jerk who dumps you for your best friend, or someone who lies to you, or a man who hits you — they are all supposed to teach you some big, valuable lesson. It's a very can-do, optimistic, American idea. "Make lemonade out of lemons!" "Find the silver lining!" If you don't find the silver lining, you're not trying hard enough.
Love Bytes: The Hidden Meaning Of Hugs
Separate bedrooms, the benefits of bad dates, and profile picture myths debunked.
10 must-click love and relationship links: hug decoder, 9 ways to compliment a man, 10 child stars who got hot, profile picture myths debunked, favorite classic rom-coms, unemployed men cheat?, separate bedrooms may improve a marriage.
13 Reasons Women Turn Down A Second Date
Don't get grabby, have manners, make eye contact and 10 other first-date tips from women.
While cell phone shenanigans, a lack of physical attraction, talking too much about yourself, and blatant pre-date lies definitely apply to both genders, there are some specific reasons for why a gal won't give a guy the time of day again. Don't get grabby, have manners, make eye contact and 10 other first-date tips from women.
Don't Want To Hook Up? Kelly Clarkson Can Help
The singer has created a rejection hotline to deter unsavory dates and booty calls.
Kelly Clarkson is known for a lot of things—winning the first season of American Idol; having multiple number one hits; starring in the dreadful From Justin to Kelly. However, according to her official website and Facebook page, Ms. Clarkson might become known for something else—rejection. Miss Independent recently launched the "I Do Not Hook Up hotline"—an aptly titled phone service that not only promotes the singer's latest single but also gives us all an easy out from any uncomfortable dating situation. The number, 973-409-3267, appears as harmless enough digits and could easily be a number from North Jersey.
Cheap Dates During The Recession
Is the recession a good enough excuse for him not to pay the bill?
Twice, my friend Susan (I have changed some names and identifiers) found herself covering for a date who was short on cash. On the first date. At the end of one of them, there was even a humiliating walk to an ATM machine, where he handed her precisely his half and thanked her for a nice evening. Susan was mortified.
16 Reasons To Date A Convict
Dating a prisoner might not be such a bad idea.
After checking out ConjugalHarmony.com, a mock online dating site feigning to connect prisoners with those on the outside, we gave this phenomenon some closer inspection. The result? There are clearly a bunch of things wrong with dating a prisoner... but there are also some potential perks.
Love Bytes: Post Breakup Dating Advice
Dating after a break-up, twin beds, and a sex club.
Love Bytes: Three must-click sex, dating, and relationship links.
The Best First-Date Advice Book You'll Ever Read
A review of Rachel Greenwald's "Why He Didn't Call You Back."
Ever gone on a date with a guy, expected to hear from him but, for reasons you don't understand, he never calls you back? We're guessing the answer is yes. Author, matchmaker and dating coach Rachel Greenwald knows a thing or two about this subject. She asked 1,000 men why they didn't call women back, and the results are in her book, conveniently titled, "Why He Didn't Call You Back: 1,000 Guys Reveal What They REALLY Thought About You After Your Date." The book contains actionable advice about how to ace a first date.
Get Guys Begging For A Second Date: Here's How
Dating expert Rachel Greenwald, author of "Why He Didn't Call You Back," discusses dating etiquette.
Dating expert Rachel Greenwald, author of Why He Didn't Call You Back, talks about dating etiquette, first date tips and how to make sure you get a second date. "To me a successful first or second date is simply an invitation to go out again. You can't really get to know who the person is deep down until you spend more time with them, so the lack of a follow-up date invitation means that someone has quickly stereotyped you."