Blind dates are thrilling and nerve-wracking at the same time. Here are a few dos and don’ts every guy should keep in mind before they meet someone for the first time:

1. Don’t spend the whole night talking about the couple or person who set you up.

For instance, don’t say: “So Brenda is really hot, huh?” or something that she really isn’t going to want to answer or that doesn’t lead to a conversation about her.

2. Do bring up the person who introduced you or set you up as a way to create a common interest, such as saying something like this :

“Brenda told me you met playing volleyball. Do you play any other sports?”

If you say something else along those lines, it mentions your mutual acquaintance in a way that stimulates further conversation between you.

3. Don’t have her over to your place for dinner on that first blind date. If the date is a dud, you are both stuck and it is awkward and uncomfortable.

4. Do meet at a public place, but not for dinner. Meet for coffee or a drink at a place that isn’t so loud you can’t have a decent conversation and get to know one another.

5. Don’t talk about past relationships on your first date. Don’t tell her how your last girlfriend cheated on you or she was boring so you left her or how you still have a broken heart from your high school sweetheart. Save any of that for much later if you actually get into a relationship with the woman.

6. Do talk about how you are in relationships if it comes up. You might say that you don’t really date much because when you find someone you like she usually becomes your long-term girlfriend or that you really aren’t into dating exclusively because you just aren’t ready to settle down but that isn’t to say the right woman couldn’t change your mind.

7. Don’t brag about how cool you are, how much money you make and what an awesome dude you are. Even though it is your first date and maybe your only chance to impress her, bragging like that is a huge turn off and any woman who responds to that isn’t a woman you want in your life anyway.

8. Do let her get to know how cool you are on her own, over time. What that means is that it’s OK to be a little mysterious about how cool you are. My mother always told me if you’re really cool, you don’t need to tell anyone how cool you are. Little things will let her know what you are really like. And if you hit it off on a deeper level and begin seeing each other, she will learn these things eventually anyway and will be impressed that you have enough self confidence that you didn’t need to brag to her on that first date.

These are some general dos and don’ts for blind dates. Remember a blind date is just that first gut-wrenching meeting with someone you have never met. Chances are someone set you up together for a reason, so follow these rules and take the time to get to know each other and that blind date may become a second and third date and might even lead to true love.

Bill has been a pua for the last 5 years in NYC and can teach you the skills you need to be one, as well, including how to text a girl . The original article can be found here: Blind Date Dos and Don'ts.

{ 0 comments }

Candles have been used for lighting since the ancient Egyptians. Although candles are no longer the major source of light with the invention of electric light bulbs, they are used today to accent decor in a room, set the mood, release stress, symbolize celebration, and define ceremonies. Candle gift is often sent to friends and loved ones for holidays and celebrations such as housewarming, wedding, anniversary, birthday, and new baby. This article informs the different types of candles available and provide gift ideas for different occasions.

Candles consists mainly of wax and a wick. Nowadays, most are made of paraffin wax and stearic acid to raise the melting point, although soy wax and beewax can also be used. can be categorized by their shape, size, and function. Taper or dinner candles are slender, and are designed to be securely set in a candle holder in an upright position for safe burning. They can create a romantic atmosphere at the dinner table, especially when set in crystal candle holders.

Pillar candles can stand on their own, Their shapes are usually round, but can be square, rectangular, or other designs. They must be used with heat resistant bases or stands to prevent fire hazard.

Container or jar candles are containers filled with wax and wick. Non-flammable Containers such as heat resistant glass jars and ceramic pottery are commonly used. Since the wax is filled inside the container, dripping associated with burning candle can be avoided. Scented candles are usually come in container jars.

Votive (prayer) candles are 2 1/2" high and usually square or cylindrical in shape. They are designed to burn safely in small, heat resistant glass containers to control the liquefied wax.

Tealight candles are usually about 1 1/2" in diameter and around 3/4" high, and encased in a cylindrical metal container. These small candles are often used in a holder for accent lighting, and as food warmers. They are also used to heat the diffuser in aromatherapy.

Aromatherapy candles contain essential oils extracted from plants, and are often used for calming, relaxation, and meditation. One commonly used essential oil, lavender oil, is used for the relief of stress. Another essential oil, rose oil, has anti-inflammatory, soothing, and calming properties.

Candle gift baskets usually contain a combination of different candle types, and may contain pillar, votive and tealight candles. When selecting a candle gift for home decor, the selection criteria may be based on the scent and the atmoshphere that the candle creates. For example, a white wrought iron candelabra set with 5 slow burning white candles and decorative garland of white berries and green plastic leaves will make a beautiful centerpiece for holiday celebration, and set the room alight with romance. A candle gift basket filled with tarts that bring delicious aroma of fruits or fresh baked pastries will fill the house with inviting aroma.

While most candles are used for enhancing home decor, they can also be used in ceremonies and symbolize celebrations. For example, lighting of the unity candle is a popular addition to the traditional wedding ceremony. The unity candle ceremony uses two taper candles with a large pillar unity candle in the center. At the beginning of the wedding ceremony, a representative from each family (usually the mother of the bride and groom) lights the two taper candles. Later in the ceremony, the bride and groom use the two taper candles to light the large pillar candle together. Lighting of the unity candle symbolizes the union of the bride and groom becoming one in commitment.

In addition, memorial candle can be used to commemorate a loved one in a wedding celebration. Special candle gifts are also available for the celebration of wedding anniversary, birthday, new baby, baptism, and first communion.

In summary, candles can be used to accent decor, set the mood, and release stress. They can also be used to symbolize celebrations. Candle gift can be sent to convey your good wishes for holidays, housewarming, wedding, anniversary, and other special occasions,

Diana W. is the CEO of Giftbasketforall.com. You can visit her site for wide selections of gift baskets. To browse for home interior candles, please click on Candle Gifts.

{ 0 comments }