November 30, 2008

Christian Online Dating

Christian online dating is one of the safest portals for meeting other people for dating or a serious relationship. Most people consider online dating as an option in getting to know other people outside of their circle. The Christian community now utilizes this current trend of communication to widen their reach and to create a fun-loving environment.

You can search thousands of other Christian profiles and get to know each one online. There’s a vast Christian network that has varied interests, hobbies, likes and dislikes. You can check out their profiles and you may even find one that you like. Christian online dating has proved to be very effective for most people who participate with friendships and often blooms into serious relationships.

Christian online dating provides a very comfortable environment and is considered safe. The online dating community is a place where you can create lasting relationships for acquaintance, friendship, companionship, romance, and can even lead to a permanent commitment.

A Christian online dating website should include chat rooms where you can have fun discussions. You can also post memos and notes on message boards and share pictures with photo galleries. And of course, you can send personal messages to private mail boxes. Many dating websites also feature instant messaging and voice introductions for a more personal touch. Some of the Christian websites even offer Christian dating services aside from online matching.

In a Christian online dating site, the center is spirituality. You include faith in your search for a mate. Most people go to a Christian community for dates because they prefer to have somebody within their faith. People here believe they have filtered out the dates with people who may not share the same set of values.

Mellow people usually belong to this group of online daters. They are those who dislike too much loud music, bar hopping, and disco dancing. Most dates here end in a cozy restaurant or a sweet music place. Although this is not necessarily true all the time, it can be frequently observed on date outcomes based on testimonials.

Dating a stranger sharing your beliefs would be more reassuring than starting with somebody who does not share the same principles. If you are joining a Christian online dating site, you’ll know what you can expect. And as implied, the online society is Christ-centered. And by association, Christ is all pure love and kindness. If you join the group, this indicates you support Christian values and standards. Meeting the love of your life could be a possibility!

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October 28, 2008

More Dating Tips for Women

Listen up ladies to the best dating tips for women.

So Ladies; have you ever felt like you just do not understand what men expect from their dates? We’re here to help you out with our set of the best dating tips.

First, you should keep in mind that men are more emotional than popularly thought. Mind you, most men are not the type to cry when watching a romantic movie, but their passions are deep nonetheless. When a man gets excited about football or about the newest car, that emotion is no less real than your tears at a sad movie. If you treat those feelings like they are “silly” or “stupid”, you will offend them no less than if he treated your movie-created tears the same way. Passion is passion, even if we men will not usually admit that we are emotional.

Second, you ladies need to talk to us and explain things to us! That is honestly one of my best dating tips for girls. When we tell you we honestly do not know what is wrong, or if it seems like we are oblivious, we really do not notice or know. It is not that we are callous heartless monsters, we just do not know what is wrong or what you want … and we will not unless you tell us.

Third, men generally do not like being put on the spot with “trick” questions. What may seem like a nuanced, but simple, question to you seems like a confusing female version of the Spanish Inquisition to us! That is not the say we are not aware of shades of gray, but men often have a difficult time answering “fuzzy” and “girly” questions. This is often because we do not understand what you are actually asking us. (See the tip before this one.)

Finally, try to avoid nitpicking things about your man that may irritate you. We men tend to call that “nagging”, even if you call it “honesty” or “feedback”. If your date perturbs you that much, stop dating him! Few things will put off a man like the impression that a woman is trying to change him. We do not mind a little feedback now and again, but do not try to “fix” us.

These types of things are obvious to most men, even if we are horrible are clearly expressing them. A little more effort from both sexes to understand the other can go a long way. If you keep in mind these best dating tips for girls, you will find yourself making a much better impression on the boys you date.

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September 2, 2008

DATING TIPS FOR WOMEN PART 2: Capturing and Romancing the Hunted

By: Shannon (Guest Writer)

So ladies, in Part 1, we learned essential dating tips for women to subtly create an exciting atmosphere to begin dating; now you need to apply the general rules for capturing and keeping your prince charming.

You’ll need to show this prince charming you’re his princess and keep his attention on you. Slack up and another woman will catch his eye and you’ll be back to the dating game and looking for these dating tips again.

Setting Your Standards

• If there is even a hint of bad hygiene, hit the high road, let him go.
• Don’t make yourself forever available, at his beck and call. Make him work and wait a little. Certainly if he calls on a Thursday looking to go out Friday, tell him you’ve already made plans but can make it late Saturday night or a mid-day Sunday brunch. You don’t want him to think you’re waiting by the phone just for him.
• Same rules apply with phone calls. Never answer every single call he makes. Let him leave a message. When you return it, explain how busy you’ve been but now he has your undivided attention.
• Those weekend shopping trips and mani-pedi-friendship cures with your tried and true girlfriends are sacred. Let him know right from the start, you still have a life and you won’t give up your independent lifestyle. This sets the tone of the relationship. If he is dependant, throw him back and start the game again. You don’t want a possessive, insecure little boy
• Do not sleep with a guy until you are absolutely sure he is completely into you. Sex too early in your dating game might give him the wrong impression.

Romancing Him

• Romance is a two way street, you’ve got to give and receive. Suggest a two-some that he’ll appreciate. A couples pedicure; A couples massage. Show him a little piece of what his future could be like.
• You want to snare him early on? Cook a meal. If you do not cook, be honest and tell him how you always wanted to take gourmet cooking lessons. This could be the ideal situation for 2 reasons. #1 If he knows how to cook, ask him to show you. It’s romantic and fun. #2 If he doesn’t know how to cook, here’s the perfect setting to engage in something for both of you.
• Never discuss your old boyfriends. No one needs to know how many ex-boyfriends you’ve had. This is your business, keep it this way.
• Do not discuss marriage or children at this stage. It’s too early and you will surely scare him off.
• Keep those bodily functions in check. He doesn’t need to know all your dirty little secrets just yet. Ease him into the sounds and smells.

Keep in mind, men love a challenge and will throw a curve ball if they feel you are pre-planning, so be flexible and add new rules as you go along.

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August 30, 2008

Dating Tips for Women Part 1…General Rules for the Hunter

By: Shannon (Guest Writer)

OK ladies, we know that dating is a mating ritual and the hunted must be excited, stimulated, and interested enough to set a lasting effect. We all want quick and simple but like all of life’s little tests, there are general rules we must partake to find that diamond in a rough. Dating is a test. It’s a long multiple choice of compatibility and strength. Are we faultlessly matched?


Of course not and that’s part of the problem. We’re searching for perfection, not willing to adjust. And yet our earlier generations managed to achieve happiness on a far less intricate courtship. Just think, so many arranged marriages have worked and yet, many of us are still awaiting our prince on the white horse.

Every society enjoys a predefined set of social rules, from the way we behave to the importance of our looks. And here is where all the anxiety lies; when women date, there are the general rules and then there are those things that can help become triumphant.

Accept that dating is only a game. The losers face rejection and the winners get the prize…A Man! For those that lose the game, you begin again until you win your prize. And just like any game, you learn to master the rules and win the enhanced prizes.

For the novice hunter, let’s begin with some outlined dating tips:

General Dating Rules

1. You must always look fierce! Whatever your income is, you must look well put together. Well-designed fragrant hair, add some neutral lipstick and a figure-flattering frock and you’re sure to turn his head. Look your best and your potential Mr. Right might be right in front of you in no time.

2. Never reveal too much info, remain mysterious. This will have him on his toes, wondering what’s behind this enigmatic woman.

3. Perfume. Never over indulge. Less is always more.

4. Women hate being objects, and I hate to remind you of this but Mr. Right is going to check your essentials out.

5. Going Dutch is not the kind of dating you want to start off with. Let him pay first. If he’s really interested, you are worth the bucks he’s going to spend and if he doesn’t, I’m sure that’s the last date with him Right?

6. Always keep him waiting; no, not an hour; not 30 minutes; we don’t want to be rude, but a good 15 minutes is enough to make an entrance.

Some women need dating tips when you want to go slow. The most important rule for going slow is just that; take it slow, don’t rush into sleepovers, weekend trips, just keep it simple. Dinner, romantic strolls, long talks to get to know each other and a good night kiss.

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July 16, 2008

Teenage Dating Violence: The Warning Signs

By: Shannon (guest writer)

Teenage dating violence and abuse is more common than most people would care to admit, with most presentations of teenage relationships being somewhat idealized and/or sanitized. If you are the parent of a teenager, or a teenager yourself, you should be aware of some warning signs of an abusive relationship. You can keep yourself, or your children, safe by being attentive to warning signs that may precede more explicit and violent abuse.

The first main warnings are aggressiveness and possessiveness. Forwardness and determination can initially be attractive traits, but can easily become an overbearing (or even bullying) attitude. Forced physical closeness, even the absence of other outwardly sexual behavior, is a major red flag that the person is potentially willing to force themselves on others.

This overbearing aggressiveness can quickly progress to unwanted sexual advances and more. It is often partnered with an extreme possessiveness: For example, a boyfriend who violently challenges anyone who they even vaguely perceive as “checking out [his] girl”.

Very often, those with these paired traits will progress into increasingly violent abuse. It may start with the grabbing of the arm, or the close and intimidating violation of personal space during an argument. This type of behavior is a severe warning sign of probable teenage dating violence, as statistically such a person is very likely to continue this pattern into more severe behavior, such as rape and outright beatings.

Other common warning signs are an unusually short temper and unsolicited defensive statements about never hurting a partner. These are indications that a young person may be prone to “fly off the handle” and commit violence.

A demeaning attitude is another important behavior to notice. No one should belittle or put down the person they love, especially on a regular basis. It is a form of emotional abuse and often coincides with teenage dating violence. A strong need for control, such as demanding to know every detail of a daily routine, is a disturbing marker. Those people with a need for such overwhelming control will often resort to violence, and any other means necessary, to maintain their sense of command and control.

If you are a parent and notice some of these warning signs, you should tactfully and carefully raise the issue with your child. No teenager likes to feel as though their parents are interfering in their lives and aggressively pushing the issue will likely only push your child to defiantly pursue the relationship. It may be helpful if you can speak with one of your teenager’s friends and express your concerns to him or her. A teen is more likely to respond positively to peers than to parents in such a situation.

If you are a teen and notice some red flags indicating the potential for teenage dating violence, talk to someone immediately. Your friends, parents and even your school counselor are all there to support you and help you get out of a dangerous relationship. If your partner threatens you, your family or your friends in any way, it is important to contact the authorities to protect yourself and your loved one from harm.

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June 30, 2008

6 flirting tips to make him notice you

Ready for your next adventure in single life? You’ve picked out a fab frock, sprung for a new hairstyle and invested in a bag of breath mints. Why not take a few minutes to consider your flirting technique before you head out? Here are six ideas you won’t want to miss:

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June 16, 2008

Best Dating Tips for Guys

By Shannon (Guest writer)

Listen up Guys. Have you ever felt bewildered by what women want in a date and you’re in need of the best dating tips for men? Do not worry! You are not alone. Most women have a very difficult time understanding us (and we usually have a difficult time understanding you). To help you out, here is a short set of my absolutely best dating tips for guys.

First things first gentlemen … we want you to act like gentlemen. That is, we want you to treat us like ladies. Be polite and respect our boundaries. Try opening doors for us. Tell us we look wonderful tonight! Few things can warm up a girl’s heart like a considerate gentleman. Do not overdo it though, which leads into the next point: Do not try too hard. If you are tripping over yourself to impress us, believe me, we notice and it is not an attractive thing. It comes across as desperate and a bit icky. Be confidant, generous and kind, but do not lay it on too thick.

On the next point, once you are dating us, we do appreciate sentiments like flowers, being told how wonderful we are and all those other great signs of interest. However, by that point, we already know you are interested in us and pushing it too much becomes trying too hard. Instead of making superficial indications of how much you care, actually show it to us. Do your best to remember our birthdays. Take an interest in our lives and pastimes. Come meet our families. Show us through your actions what we mean to you, not through throwaway compliments and store-bought things. I cannot emphasize how high this ranks among the best dating tips for guys.

Communication is vital to us. If you do not understand what we mean or you are not really paying attention, do not lie to us and pretend otherwise. I am sure most of you guys out there have had a lady yell at you that she specifically told you something that you did not remember. She did tell you, but you were not listening or did not understand what she meant. Avoid digging yourself into this whole and communicate with us!

Women have an overblown reputation for being emotional, but we do tend to think we are more emotional than men. However, be careful not to offend us by disregarding our emotions. If we cry watching a sad movie or get gushy after a romance flick, do not trivialize our reaction by insisting “it’s just a stupid movie” or asking us why we are reacting that way. We are reacting to what we watched, empathizing with the movie. The emotional response is real and few things can be more offense than a reaction that comes across as “what’s wrong with you woman?” To us it is being human to express ourselves. We would not mind if you expressed yourself a bit along with us, but we are not foolish enough to expect it.

Keep in mind these best dating tips for guys and you will find yourself receiving much better reactions from women, even if you still do not understand us.

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June 2, 2008

Single Parent Dating – Your Options for Dating With Children

“Before I had children I had several theories about raising children. Now I have several children and no theories.” I forgot who said that, but I’m sure you parents, including the single parent can relate.

Dating for the single parent can be daunting. You have a child or children to consider, plus a job, homework, custody issues and other things in the mix, all of which are important to you.

But you certainly do not have to become a hermit. Even so, there are some very important things you must do regarding your dating life.

Foremost is safety. You see, you have not just your own safety to consider, but that of your child/children) as well. It behooves you to be extra careful about the sort of person you date. This is true for both single mothers and fathers. The rules of dating for single parent dating are pretty much the same for both sexes.

While you may not be looking for marriage, it is still vital that you choose a dating partner whom you feel is safe to be around your children. Usually outings will include your children at some point so things are going to either be fun or stressful.

This is why it is so important that any potential date know from the beginning that you have children and are a single parent.

The ideal situation for single parent dating would be to know someone personally before deciding to spend time together. If there is someone in your life already and there is some interest, it might be an excellent way to go. But, alas, this is not always the case.

For the single parent, dating someone who has children of their own, or who is particularly interested in finding a partner who has children may be the best option.

One way to add to your dating prospects is to use the internet. Surprisingly, there are many sites that cater to dating for single parents. These sites offer the opportunity to get to know someone in an anonymous and safe setting.

In most cases, other people at these sites are also parents and will understand your situation better than someone who does not have children. They will, most likely, have a lot of the same concerns as you.

However caution must still be exercised. Some of the considerations of having children and dating are really no brainers. Use your common sense, do your homework, and you will enjoy the dating scene once more.

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May 27, 2008

Romantic Evening Ideas – Making a First Date to Remember

Good romantic evening ideas make a lasting and lifelong impression on a first date. Dinner and a movie, while tried and true, is just not the kind of “zing” that leaves a lasting impression. On the same note, a bouquet of flowers and complimenting looks are much of the same old humdrum. If you want to have a date to remember, you need to be bold and spice it up!

Art galleries can be a wonderful choice for first dates. Art tends to spur both thought and emotion, leading to some great conversations and deeply romantic moments. Leaning against each other in silence in front of a moving piece of art can easily become a tender and long-lasting memory. An animated discussion about what a particular painting means can become more than a simple chat and get into “deep” issues, where both of you share part of yourselves.

A picnic in the park may seem old-fashioned, but that is part of what makes it a wonderful choice among romantic evening ideas.

This common impression of picnic dates evokes a sense of nostalgia and brings to mind the magical “true love” first dates of movies. While it is a safe public place, this kind of date is very endearing and has a sort of easy intimacy. A good bottle of wine can add to the sense of romance, but be mindful of your local alcohol laws.

Sightseeing can be another great choice. A lot of people neglect many of the local sights that visitors will go to see. It can be very exciting to learn new things about the place that you live in and realize how much is around to see and do in your area.

This sense of wonderment and interest creates a great atmosphere for building bonds with a new person and creating a delightful memory. Prepare a list of more sights than you actually plan to see. When on the date, just randomly pick the next place to go after finishing with another to help create a sense of spontaneity and fun, building on the feeling of excitement. Avoid visiting too many places with large crowds or a lot of noise, as they make it difficult to talk or cultivate a sense of intimacy.

There are a lot of fantastic romantic evening ideas for first dates, but you should be sure to pick one that suits you. If you are not going to have a good time, do not pick one simply because you believe your date would like it.

If you are not enjoying yourself, your date will pick up on that negative vibe and it will ruin your well-meaning date idea. It is important that you both enjoy yourselves, so that you can relax, enjoy each other’s company, and develop an intimate bond.

With a good date idea and a little luck, your first date will turn out to be fantastic and quite memorable.

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May 25, 2008

How Does Speed Dating Work?



Speed dating is a popular matchmaking trend to find your compatible match. It’s an event for men and women to meet in large numbers for the purpose of finding a match in the shortest possible time.

So Who Participates in Speed Dating?

Busy professionals and individuals who lead busy lives invest in speed dating. Usually they don’t have time for traditional dating. They are normal people who are looking to meet prospects quickly without wasting time.

How does Speed Dating Work?

Each speed dating event is hosted and pre-planned by a match-making organizer. Each attendee is pre-screened for safety reasons. During the actual event, couples meet and interact with each other face to face on a one-on-one basis for a brief period of time, usually less than ten minutes.

Once your brief 10 minute date is over, you move on to the next possible prospect. It’s much like musical chairs. This offers participants a wide choice, therefore increasing chances of finding a suitable match.

Also, the set time limit can ensure everyone will get equal opportunity, while avoiding getting fixed with a person with whom they have no compatibility with.

At the end of the event participants provide a list of dating prospects they would like to meet again. The matching process begins after the hosted event to make sure no one will face any rejection. The organizers then will look for matches and notify the parties there’s a match.

In a speed dating event, you never exchange your contact information. This is to avoid any rejection until you’re sure of compatibility. The event is monitored by the host, which provides a safety net for you and you can walk away at any time. The atmosphere is light, fun and can be enjoyable to meet different people.

The process and rules will vary with each organizer, but the basics of speed dating will remain the same.

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