Fun During Hard Times: Italian Charms to the a Rescue
Jan0
Remember, when the going gets tough, the tough have fun. I guess that sort of turns a cliche on its head, doesn’t it? We can’t ignore it; we are in a severe economic downturn, and everyone is feeling at least a little pinched. However, people still have birthdays; and anniversaries and big and small holidays keep popping up, so can you really just forget about some of our most enjoyable cultural rituals?
When it comes to gift giving, I propose that the time has come to alter a few of our attitudes about what makes a gift valuable. It’s always been true, but now the economic conditions give us an extra reason to remember that the cost of a gift isn’t what really matters. Giving a friend or loved one a token sends the message that you care about them and remember them during important occasions.. That’s all our message of a gift means, and that it all that needs to be said in the act of giving.
So here is a tip for giving the frugal way: Think jewelry! I realize that the word “jewelry” doesn’t really bring to mind the notion of frugality, however I suggest Italian charm jewelry, and that definitely is frugal giving. I’ll elaborate a bit on that.
If a friend or relative of yours already has an Italian charm bracelet, you can give her a silly (or beautiful) Italian charm to her collection for well under five dollars. You might even have enough left over for a cute gift bag from the local store.
If she doesn’t have any such jewelry, you can buy her an entire Italian charm starter bracelet while only investing less than ten dollars. That’s about the same as two cups of the house blend Java at your local coffee shop. Furthermore, that will give you an opportunity to build her collection for years to come.
What if that dear relative or friend is a male? Simply substitute an Italian charm keychain. The starter keychain is around five to seven dollars, kick in another funny charm for an extra few dollars, and your shopping is finished. When the economic recovery comes in a few months or a few years, you can spend a little more to get an official sports related Italian charm endorsing his favorite professional basketball, football or hockey team, or even his beloved NASCAR driver..
So you don’t have to give up fun when things get tough. In fact, this is just the thing to bring fun, rather than high price tags, back into the spirit of giving.
Proven Dating Tips For Guys
Sep0
Have you noticed that friends are always keen to share their dating tips to help you approach a girl just when they’re sitting around having a beer doing little themselves to approach girls. It’s then they come out with all their ways how to approach a girl! Did you ever wonder why it is that they are sharing their tips with you instead of making the moves on their own? Perhaps their confidence in themselves to score ranks lower than your ability to score. If they have that much faith in your ability to approach a girl should you not have as much or even more?
It’s a cliche but it’s true - first impressions ARE the lasting ones. If you are somewhat negative as you approach a girl, chances are it is going to be short lived. One of the easily overlooked dating tips for guys is how you look, especially when you meet the girl for the first time. There’s no question girls like to feel relaxed, and if you are dressed in a way that intimidates or errs on being a bit ridiculous, your sheer appearence will make her feel uncomfortable. When going out with the idea of approaching a girl dress neat, dress clean, and dress in accordance with the local dress code. There are some places where spiked purple hair is appropriate and some places where a three piece suit is appropriate. Seldom are they the same place so do not confuse the two.
One liners work in movies and occasionally in other places. But for the most part a polished one liner is no way to approach a girl, especially if she doesn’t know you from ‘Adam’. A far better way to make your approach is through a mutual acquaintance.
When you see the girl of your dreams, look to see who she is with. It may be that you know someone at the table, and if so strike up a conversation with them first, working on achieving an introduction. Don’t worry if the mutual friend is simply a ‘friend of a friend’, or someone you’ve only briefly met, you can still use them to get you an intro at the table. A sincere and open introduction will achieve far more than some supposed ‘best one liner’.
If the one liner is the biggest cause of a premature collapse in a relationship attempt, the second biggest is not knowing what to say next. Girls are looking for someone with some depth to them. You may have the most beautiful eyes in the world but if after you say hello all you can offer her is a chance to look into them you would have been better off staying at home and playing computer games. One of the key dating tips for guys is to have some things in mind to talk about and be ready to listen as well. You are not there to lecture but to share thoughts and ideas. Remember you want to get to know her as well.
And if you strike out, acknowledge it cheerfully and move on. It’s not neccessary to burn bridges. Remember she just might be the one you need to provide the next introduction as you practice how to approach a girl.
Extract taken from full review and article at Double Your Dating Review