Weddings – Wedding Plan – Wedding Planner Tools – Ten Essential Tips

Posted on November 22, 2011 by sendersos38

Getting Married? Congratulations! You just set the date for the most important day in your life. Your wedding day. Imagine…It is your wedding day. Your very own wedding day! It will be fun.

Here are ten essential steps that will make the preparation fun too.

1. Keep within your financial limits. Budget your wedding. You do not want to start your married life in debt. If you are organized have a plan and are creative, whatever your budget, a “wedding to remember” will be yours.

2. Now Visualize. That’s right, visualize. Close your eyes and look at the tasks at hand. The list may SEEM overwhelming but it isn’t.

3.Don’t try to do everything all at once. Start by gathering information. Use the Net to gather ideas from around the world. Make an extensive list of “things you LIKE”, “things you WANT” and “things you MUST HAVE” (see the difference?)

4. Now you are ready to make a Top Ten (or top eleven or twelve) list.

5. Break your list it into small manageable portions that you can successfully accomplish. Use categories like… Before the wedding – During the wedding – After the wedding.

6. Now use sub categories. Include ideas for related events such as, showers, receptions, and honeymoon.

7. It is YOUR wedding. It reflects YOU. No one should dictate to you what to do and how to do it. You may seek advice, ideas and wisdom but in the end each final decision is yours.

8. What this means is don’t be shy! Accept assistance when offered and solicit involvement, help and ideas from those you believe will be an asset.

9.Add your personal touches. For example; if you have children you may consider making them an important part of your wedding.

10. Pick a few aspects of your wedding and make them personalized. A personal touch makes a wedding meaningful to the bridal couple, their attendants, family and all invited guests.

In summary, your wedding is a serious moment for declaring your love and commitment to each other. Make your wedding truly a one-of-a-kind event. Fill it with cherished moments and keepsakes.

Whether you choose a favorite theme, a special setting or an intimate gathering of friends and loved ones, enjoy the journey. Perhaps, the memories and keepsakes may stay with you forever. Treasure them! And may you have a Happy, Happy day!

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Tips for Painting a Rose With Watercolors

Posted on November 22, 2011 by sendersos38

Approach painting a rose in watercolor as you would any other subject, and you will find it is not all that difficult. Let’s say you are painting a pink/red rose in a tall clear glass bud vase. Start by making a value sketch on a piece of drawing paper. Work out where your lights and darks will be placed as well as the gradations of tone in between. Observe the way the light hits the vase. Plan where your white spaces will be. The white areas will be the white of the unpainted watercolor paper. Note the way the look of the stem changes inside and outside of the vase. Remember to include the cast shadow as a design element of your composition.

If you have trouble drawing the subject, try turning your paper upside down. If working from a photo, turn it upside down also. This way you are able to see the shapes as they really are; not what your mind perceives a rose to look like.Notice how one petal relates to an adjacent one and draw what you see.

When your value sketch is completed, draw your rose on to your watercolor paper very lightly with pencil. Sometimes pencil marks cannot be erased after they have been wet, then dried. At other times they are erasable. This is why I suggest using a very light touch with your pencil.

Make a mixture of Rose Madder Genuine (RMG) and Aureolin Yellow (AY) and cover your entire rose with it. Next combine some Viridian Green (VG) with AY and lightly paint your leaves and stems, noticing the color and tone variations of your subject. “Drop in” a little Cobalt Blue (CB) while your paint is still wet. Let it run and mix on its own. With Alizarin Crimson (AC) paint the darker mid-tone areas of your rose petals. Next add a very, very small amount of Winsor Blue (WB) to some AC and paint the darkest portions of your rose with this.

Return to your leaves and stems and mix some WB and Winsor Green (WG) together. Paint the darker side of your stem this color and add it to portions of your leaves. Remember to refer to your value sketch along the way.

Your WB, WG, and AC are all staining colors and should be used carefully. They will not “lift out” the way the other colors used here will. They are however, transparent and will give you rich darks. Each color I have suggested you use is a pure, transparent color. Using them will ensure you don’t end up with an opaque, muddy looking rose.

Use diluted mixtures of any of the above colors to indicate your vase. Don’t paint in the entire thing, but “suggest” the vase in places. You want your rose to be your painting’s focal point and you don’t want the vase competing with it.

Blend together some CB and AY and paint your shadow, using plenty of water in your mixture. While this is still wet, “drop in” some RMG and VG. Paint your shadow darkest near the vase and allow it to fade away as you move away from your subject. Let these colors mix together by tipping and tilting your paper, then let dry. Go back with a mixture of AC and WB (not too strong) and define the shadow more; close to, and under the edge of the vase. This will help to ground it. Blend this deeper area in to the rest of the shadow.

If you want a background, paint loosely with some CB, or a mixture of CB and RMG. Keep it light and airy and paint only a section behind the rose; not the entire paper. Don’t use the staining colors for the background, as they are too intense and will detract from your subject.

Your end result should be a lovely painting of a clear and beautiful rose; one which you have enjoyed painting!

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Art: Are We Being Duped?

Posted on November 22, 2011 by sendersos38

Throughout history, art has always been an important element in the fabric of civilization, especially from the perspective of religion. There was a need to convey in the greatest detail, the conceptual significance of a painting in terms of religious doctrines and divine guidance, to cement these principles in the minds of the community. Religion, with its wealth and high status became the prime controlling influence within the artistic community, alongside the ruling dynasties.

There was a need for great artistic skill in defining in classical terms, the relationship between God and his human subjects. Giving majestic presence to works of art was a way of consolidating that feeling within the church and its followers that God was an intrinsic part of human endeavor. Thus it was that artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo De Vinci and Caravaggio were employed to enhance and promote the religious fervor in the form of large murals and other works of art that represented the best of artistic ability of those times.

The consequences of religious influence over art and artistic style, whilst being restrictive, meant that we have a legacy from as far back as the 15th century, of paintings by the old masters, with a quality of realism of the human form that has us looking at such works with amazement and great admiration – even whilst in our present time we are surrounded by a ‘modernist’ culture.

During the latter half of the 19th Century, artists and critics would rebel against the ‘classical’ style and a whole new vista of art styles emerged, to challenge the old ways; and such turmoil is still relevant to this day.

What we now have is ‘Pseudo-intellectualism’ where even the most banal, childish or minimalist ‘art’ can be accepted for exhibition within the elite, high-status art Galleries world-wide. Somebody, somewhere is certainly having a good laugh at the ‘Emperor’s New Clothes’.

I know that despite such remarks, there are still many fine examples of quality work in the contemporary market – and I do have respect for abstract art also; I believe that if a work of art does genuinely give pleasure to a wide audience then it must surely have merit!

However, coming back to my main point….Pseudo-Intellectualism speaks for itself – paint a curved line on a blank canvas to represent a hill; add one hardly-discernible small, black figure with no detail then present your work for assessment, using your pseudo-intellectual prowess and hey-ho! You’re in! You’ve sucked in the judges with mesmerizing eloquence that defines nothing of any real meaning and they (the judges) then add credibility to your meaningless description with one of two mind-sets: 1) They believe in the ‘Emperor’s New Clothes’ or 2) They think “Quick money-spinner here – some daft pseudo-intellect will pay a small fortune for that!”.

There is – fortunately – a fight-back against such abuse of power in the art world and perhaps the 21st Century will see a revival of true meaning to the world of genuine art; what it really stands for and how it should be revered and not neglected as sadly, the work of many great artists such as William Bouguereau and Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema were, in the 19th Century.

Perhaps many artists will be aware of this redeeming drive to re-assert the true meaning of great art: certainly, one such organization is the ‘Art Renewal Center’ based on the web. This site is very deserving of attention! You can easily find it by performing a Google search.

When you next look at a contemporary work of art, ask yourself… “Is this worthy of consideration as being truly artistic – or is it just another pseudo-intellectual scam?”

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Why Online Christian Dating Works

Posted on November 22, 2011 by sendersos38

John and Kelly live thousands of miles apart–he in Nebraska, she in Pennsylvania. However, despite the miles they have lots of things in common. Both work in retail, both love outdoor activities, both enjoy Chinese food—most importantly, both John and Kelly share a deep faith in God and attend the same type of church. They are a perfect match for each other.

Fifteen years ago, John and Kelly would probably have never met. However, this year they met on a Christian matchmaking site. How did they do it? First they set up a profile, then searched for personality traits and qualities they were looking for in a mate. John was able to contact Kelly via the website’s message service. Kelly looked at John’s profile, saw that he met her qualifications, then wrote him back. The rest, as they say, is history. . .John and Kelly were married last summer.

Online Christian dating can work for you too. Here are some of the main reasons online dating works:

1. Looks don’t matter as much. Some profiles have a few photos. Many profiles don’t even have pictures. Imagine a love based on mutual understanding and interest rather than first physical impressions!

2. Location isn’t a problem. If you live in a country village with a population of 50, of which all eligible singles are dating, don’t worry about it! Now it is possible to meet someone across the United States or even in another country who shares your commitment to Christ, and has qualities you are looking for!

3. You can limit your search to believers. As Scripture says “be not unequally yoked.” Utilizing good Christian dating services is a way to make sure you are only dating fellow Christians.

4. You can talk to people anytime! Even if you work and go to school, you can still go online late at night or in the wee hours of the morning to try to find that special someone.

5. There are a lot of options! Online Christian dating has become extremely popular. Many of the Christian dating websites offer trial subscriptions at no cost to you. Most have thousands of members to choose from.

Don’t wait! Now is the time to start the search for your life-long love. Pray for guidance, sign up on some Christian dating sites, then get dating!

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Choosing Car Stereo Systems

Posted on November 22, 2011 by sendersos38

Choosing a car hi fi might seem like a straightforward job, but with so many styles, makes and price ranges on the market, ensuring that you choose the right one for your needs can be a nightmare.

Car stereo systems can cost as little as fifty pounds or as much as a thousand; it all depends whether you’re happy with a basic CD and MP3 player or if you’re looking to impress with a double din car stereo that incorporates a screen, DVD player and satellite navigation. But, even if you know what gizmos and gadgets your car requires, you’ve still got to find a stereo with the right ‘look’.

So what is the right car stereo for you?

If you’re a casual driver who mostly uses their car to get to and from work with the occasional supermarket trip thrown in, there probably isn’t much point splashing the cash on the latest and greatest stereo. And if like many of us, the morning radio is your accompaniment to work, you are not going to benefit from a powerful sound system.

However, you might be someone who needs to blast the music for a morning wake up call. In this case a quality car hi fi may be in order. You also might want to consider upgrading your cars speakers, or even fitting a subwoofer. Though don’t be tempted by double din car stereo gimmicks; if there’s rarely anyone but yourself in the car, it’s not often that you’ll find use for an in-car DVD player, and if you rarely travel off the beaten track, a GPS system is going to be pretty pointless too.

Alternatively, perhaps you’re somebody who regularly travels long haul, and often has friends and family in tow. This is when more expensive car stereo systems really show their worth.

If you’ve got young children, you’re probably more than familiar with the repeated drone of ‘are we there yet’. Bored children can be a nightmare on long journeys, but a favourite film will quickly keep them quiet leaving you to concentrate on the driving. Similarly, if you’re often travelling to unknown lands, the GPS systems that are now incorporated into many higher priced car stereo systems can be a godsend, ensuring that you arrive at your destination on time rather than spending many frustrating hours believing you’ve passed that same tree three times already….

There is one other point worth considering when choosing the right car stereo for you: theft. While many car hi fi’s can be removed while the car is not in use, a lot of models cannot. Where does your car get parked at night? Is it in a secure garage or do you have to leave it on the street? And how often is your car likely to be left in other locations where it could be easily targeted? Car hi fi’s can be a valuable steal for any thief, and if your car is constantly left at risk, you don’t want an expensive, attractive car radio to be on display to passing criminals.

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Save Your Relationship – Learn When to Send a Woman Flowers

Posted on November 22, 2011 by sendersos38

This short article will help you to decide when you should buy her flowers. Because when you give her flowers you want maximum effect, no matter what the reason is right.

There basically only two reasons to bring flowers:

SPECIAL REASON

What is a special occasion? It could be something personal like the day you first met or when she got that new job. Making it personal will automatically turn any reason into a special reason. The most common occasions for flowers are: birthdays, anniversaries and Valentine’s Day.

Buy her flowers on her birthday and take her shopping later. That way you will make her shine on her special day and you can spoil her later when you buy her something she really wants. 

All anniversaries are a great opportunity for flowers. Be creative and make up your own anniversary. You don’t have to be married for 40 years to have an anniversary. Especially on your wedding day. 

Valentine’s Day hardly needs a explanation right? Next to candy, a personal poem and breakfast in bed comes flowers. 

Make sure that you make it personal. Attach a little card with a handwriten message and try to bring the flowers to her when possible.

If you need to have them delivered, make sure that you choose a reputable delivery service. After all they will make a first impression for you!

WHEN YOU SCREWED UP!

Making up after a fight or argument is difficult sometimes. Buying her flowers can help. But you need to carefully choose when to hand them over. Don’t run off to the flower shop immediately, wait for a couple of days. The effect will be much greater!

FOR NO REASON AT ALL

For her to be totally surprised! When she is not expecting anything and you behaved like a prince for weeks! Bringing her flowers will make her love all over again. That’s a promise!

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7 Proven Techniques You Can Use To Keep Your Long Distance Relationship Alive And Well

Posted on November 22, 2011 by sendersos38

1. Constant communication — Call each other as often as possible. By sharing what is going on in each of your lives you can stay close emotionally. Don’t wait until you have some big news to tell him. Give him a call even if it’s just about mundane things, it will help keep your relationship together.

2. Use instant messaging, text messaging, or email to communicate. This is especially useful if you have to worry about long distance charges. You can also email or send each other text messages all day if you like.

3. Plan vacations together when possible. If you can both get time off around the same time, use it for a romantic getaway.

4. If there is a place about halfway between the two of you that is within a few hours driving distance, meet there once a month on a weekend. Rent a hotel room for the night (or two, if possible) and spend as much time together as you can.

5. Send each other hand-written notes and little gifts. It is not a great substitute for seeing each other, but a real, hand-written letter is something tangible that you can touch and re-read as often as you want.

6. Send each other pictures as often as possible. Show him that new dress you bought, or even let him see the new pillows you bought for the sofa. Do everything you can to keep each other updated on your lives.

7. Get a web cam and chat with each other as often as you can. Getting to see him, even if it is just on a computer screen, can help with those lonely feelings.

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All Electric Cars Are America’s Future, Or Are They?

Posted on November 22, 2011 by sendersos38

In the future when battery technologies get better, more efficient, and less expensive we may see a percentage of cars on the road which are all-electric. Of course, that future isn’t here yet, and we have some serious problems with scarcity when it comes to REE’s or rare-earth-elements, and several technological challenges out there. Eventually those hurdles will become uneventful, but today these technologies are simply too costly to compete with our current automobiles.

Should we then subsidies such companies to give them a head start, assisting them on moving these technologies closer to fruition and marketplace viability, and acceptance? Some believe we should and there are plenty of alternative energy gurus willing to accept tax credits, subsidies, capital, and donation grants from where ever and whomever is willing to give.

There was an interesting article recently on SlashDot titled “Government Funded Electric Car Company Goes Out of Business: which was posted by Soulskill on July 20, 2011 as he quoted “TheCarChik” who started;

“Consider yesterday’s collapse of Green Vehicles an object lesson in why it’s a bad idea for cities to invest in the risky business of start-up car companies, perhaps especially start-up electric car companies. Even such companies with a viable product have seen their fair share of financial trouble, but Green Vehicles did not even have a product to sell off at a fire sale. The City of Salinas, California learned that lesson as Green Vehicles shut its doors, costing the city more than $500,000.”

Okay so, here is another company that couldn’t make it in the real world even with the taxpayer’s seed money. Indeed, such stories are so typical and common, they are almost predictable. And thus, perhaps we need to consider this before we allow tax payer’s money to be gifted, granted, or loaned to alternative energy projects, political pet projects, or those who promote alternative energy, and Global CO2 Warming as some sort of new age religion.

The question might be; were any of these businesses viable in the first place, or just fantasy laden socialist utopian dreams? I do not doubt that such projects are often billed as job creators in the new clean and green economy, the one that doesn’t exist, but it would seem to me as a true blue capitalist that when a company, any company, starts out on the wrong foot with a faulty business plan hoping to change the world yet denies the market place realities that perhaps, voters, taxpayers, and citizens ought to simply stand up and say; no thanks.

Indeed, I hope you will please consider all this and think on it.

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The Buick Centurion History

Posted on November 22, 2011 by sendersos38

The Buick Centurion was created, manufactured and sold by the Buick division of General Motors at the beginning of 1971 through the year 1973. This car was said to be the spin-off of another vehicle named the Buick Century which was made available to the public during the year 1937 to 1958. This Buick Centurion replaced the position of the Buick Wildcat as the sporty line of their full-size cars in the market. This car was introduced in 1956 at the Motorama as a concept car which featured a red and white fiberglass body with a bubble top roof which was modeled after an airplane design. It can now be seen in the Sloan Museum in Flint, Michigan under the Buick gallery.

During the early 70′s the Buick street rod model introduced a convertible concept car named Centurion which is basically similar with the older version of the Buick Century. It had a two door or four door option with a hard top or convertible for choices.

It is similar in design with the Buick LeSabre, however different in badging, grill work, trim and front end looks. It has a smaller rear window which provides for a more formal look with a more standard vinyl roof. In 1971, the Centurion replaced the Wildcat Buick as a full-sized but a mid-line car that was both lower in price but with a larger and luxurious body style that can be marked as both luxury and a sport car in one.

The interior of the car is far more of an upgraded version then the old LeSabres with its notch back bench seat and center armrest equipment coupled with luxurious upholstery. This car is equipped with a variable-power steering and powerful disc brake which was made as the standard design for the entire model. However, in 1972 these street rods made a minor appearance change to make its design and concept more appealing to the masses.

At the same time, they also changed the horse power of the car which made it have a more powerful driving experience and at the same time they installed a turbo hydra-matic transmission, power steering and power brakes to make the driving safer and smoother for its clients.

In 1973, the Centurion street rod made more additions and changes to the growing number of its patronage in order to engage them to purchase the new line. The changes featured a larger front bumper as well as a new vertical grille that the LeSabre model was formerly known for.

The standard vinyl roof was no longer used on their two-door hardtop coupe, instead a more formal rear window was replaced with a back light which the LeSabre coupe is also known for. The engine was down graded into a four-barrel 350 V8 with at least 175 horsepower. However they also offer a 250-horsepower 455 four-barrel as an optional consideration.

With the Buick LeSabre street rods being dropped during 1972, the only convertible Buick being offered was the Centurion which lasted only until 1973 since it was replaced by a LeSabre Luxus in 1974. This car reinstated the convertible series until another one was introduced in 1982 which was the Buick Riviera. The evolution of the convertible through the years made it more popular and in demand to most people.

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Top 10 Secrets of Successful Gay Daters

Posted on November 22, 2011 by sendersos38

Introduction

Dating can be like a roller coaster ride sometimes with its fun highs and frustrating lows. Ever wonder why some guys have more luck with the dating game than others? Ever contemplate what it takes to become more successful with men? Well, that’s a tricky business and there’s no scientific formula that will yield those positive results. I believe dating is partly luck and LOTS of preparation.

This article will list ten characteristics common to the profile of a successful gay dater. The list goes on beyond this as well, but these qualities can provide a starting point for you to assess your possible strengths and weaknesses as a single gay man on the prowl for your Mr. Right and to develop goals for self-improvement that will maximize your efforts out on the dating scene.

Profile Of A Successful Gay Dater

10. He lives a life that he loves with a clear vision of his future and is armed with self-knowledge and awareness.

It’s critical that you avoid defining your whole life around dating and finding a boyfriend. This is just one aspect of your life and you don’t want to neglect and avoid the other parts of your identity. Know who you are, what you want, and where you’re going in your life. Develop a crisp, clear vision of how you want to be and the type of life you’d like to lead and succinctly define your personal values, passions, and life purpose and live according to them. Look and feel your best! And remember, “The Law of Attraction” states that like attracts like; what you put out there and show the world has the tendency to attract the same back to you—and that goes for dating too!

9. He knows his personal requirements and refuses to tolerate anything less.

The best defense that you can have in the midst of all those men to choose from is to know what your non-negotiable needs are; things you absolutely must have or absolutely cannot have in a relationship for you to be with that particular guy. This will help you weed through the potentials and the Mr. Wrongs. And don’t sway from your requirements, no matter how hot he is! You’ll be saving yourself a lot of grief in the long run.

8. He has a solid knowledge of what constitutes a healthy relationship.

Be aware of the ingredients of a healthy partnership. This can help you detect any red flags in your dating relationship that might be “deal-breakers” or areas that the two of you could work on together. Such qualities include each person having a strong sense of self with solid boundaries, open communication, flexibility, commitment, ability to have fun, capable of non-defensive conflict negotiation, having emotional connection and intimacy, affection, sexual compatibility, etc.

7. He has a strong support system, access to resources, and is comfortable being alone.

It’s important when your single to have a good friendship network going (they can be great match-makers sometimes) and have a circle of people in your life who support you and care about you. Additionally, become knowledgeable about the resources that exist in your community for LGBT individuals as additional components you can add to your network. And learn creative ways for coping with loneliness by utilizing this alone time for self-reflection, relaxation, and movement toward your personal goals and vision.

6. He has overcome a lot of the male socialization barriers that can interfere with relationship quality of life.

“Men are tough. Men don’t cry. Men don’t show emotions.”You know, all those mumbo jumbo messages all of us men, gay and straight, had to internalize growing up. These scripts that are supposed to define manhood limit our ability to live freely. As a result, many gay relationships tend to be highlighted by competition, status, power/control struggles, and lack of effective communication skills and expression of feelings. Put two men together in a dating situation with the same socialization scripts, and these are relationship killers! Define for yourself what being a man means, develop comfort with your masculinity and gender, and don’t be held back by these prejudicial sanctions.

5. He has addressed any issues pertaining to internalized homophobia, feels a sense of acceptance and pride with being gay, and has overcome a lot of the gay stereotypes and myths that abound about gay men and dating.

Coming out isn’t for everyone, but the more accepting you are about your sexual identity, the greater quality of life you can experience. You don’t have to live a double life any more, you no longer have to lie or hide behind secrets, you can live with less fear and stress, and your self-esteem tends to be higher in most cases. It’s not an easy feat, however–there’s years worth of shame to work through, but for most people the journey is beneficial as they can then live more authentically and truly be themselves. Dating and relationships can be made difficult without a resolution to this, particularly if both men are in different places of the coming-out continuum. Additionally, it’s important to counter any myths or stereotypes about homosexuality because these can be limiting as well. “All the good ones are taken.” “Gay relationships don’t work.” “All gay men want is sex.” “I have to be a stud to land a man.” “Guys will come to me.” If you believe any of these statements and the many others that exist, recognize these as misinformation that can be confusing and distort reality and work hard at challenging and defeating such negative self-talk so that they don’t get in the way of your goals.

4. He knows what dating means and how to do it instead of just having sex.

For many gay men, having sex and/or jumping into a relationship too early is a common phenomenon. Because of our homophobic society, we were never taught how to date, so gays don’t typically have pacing rituals or milestones like our straight counterparts do for dating. This, coupled with relief after years of isolation and having a strong need to feel loved/wanted/connected, fuels us to rush intimacy too quickly and establish premature connections without knowing more about the other guy. It’s important to build a foundation first as this helps us make good choices. Learn how to pace and slow things down by learning how to add courtship, flirting, and romance to the mix.

3. He is emotionally and physically available and ready for love.

Have the time and space to invite a person into your world. It will be difficult to establish a connection with someone if your time schedule is too booked up. Also be ready emotionally by ensuring you’ve resolved any baggage from your past or addressing any current personal issues that may distract you and sabotage your efforts at love. And most importantly, be yourself! Don’t be someone that you think he wants you to be. Don’t mold yourself around someone just to be in a relationship. You’ll end up resenting him and yourself for your dishonesty. Remember to live by your personal requirements and have your own individual identity.

2. He has a well-rounded repertoire of dating skills and knows how to use them.

Dating skills include such things as knowing where to meet men (pick venues aligned with your vision!), being assertive, having good communication skills, being able to initiate and maintain conversations, differentiating between guys who are cruising vs. serious dating candidates, knowing how to flirt, etc. The more developed you are in these types of skills, the more savvy and confident you will feel when in social situations and you’ll be more magnetic!

1. He is a go-getter and takes charge of his life. He makes things happen!

Nothing will happen in your life unless you take the proactive steps to make changes. This is not an easy task, especially if you’re shy or hesitant because of past efforts that didn’t work out, but you have to be the chooser and take risks. In most cases, things will not fall in your lap. You will need to do the work involved in making your vision become a reality. Whether it be combating procrastination or dealing with fears of rejection, conquer your anxieties directly. And do it NOW! The more you run or avoid anxiety, the stronger it gets. And don’t put your life on hold either. One man once told me, “I’ll start dating after I lose weight.” No! Live your life to the max now while you’re working on such goals. There’s no greater loss than postponing living your life.

Conclusion

So there you have it! Ten areas where you can assess yourself on the successful dater scale. Dating can be fun AND challenging, so the more prepared you are for inviting love into your life, the greater the chances of victory. Identify the strengths and weaknesses you may have from this profile and make a commitment to yourself to develop goals for improving up your weak spots and follow through with them. While it’s not foolproof, you will greatly improve your chances in the dating pool and you’ll also be strengthening your personhood in the process, adding more value and richness to your life. Your Mr. Right is out there. Now go get him!

©2006 Brian L. Rzepczynski

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