Friday, January 30, 2009

"Sleeping Woman"

Throughout the world there are certain constants that thread through mythology. Enduring love is one of the most popular.

Iztaccihuatl was the daughter of a great Aztec ruler in Mexico. She fell in love with Popocatepetl, one of her father's warriors. 

When her father learned of their relationship, he sent her lover away to war in Oaxaca. Iztaccihuatl’s father told the young man, if he survived and returned he could take his daughter as his wife. Unfortunately, the devious emperor never intended for the young warrior to return and planned to marry Iztaccihuatl to another.

While Popocatepetl was away fighting, Iztaccihuatl was told he was dead. Her grief was so consuming she died of a broken heart. When Popocatepetl returned and discovered her death, he took Iztaccihuatl's body in his arms and carried her to the mountains. 

Once there he placed her down on the ground and kneeling beside her died of grief. Taking pity, the gods covered them with a blanket of snow and transformed them into great mountains. 

Today Iztaccihuatl is known as the "Sleeping Woman", because the mountain appears to be a woman lying on her side. The young warrior became Popocatepetl, or "Smoking Mountain", the volcano that still morns for the death of his lover.

Women and Bad Boys: What Is The Attraction?

"Bad Boys".

If you're a woman, you may be saying "hmmm" as you hear these words. You know you shouldn't, but you just can't help yourself.

There is just SOMETHING about these guys that draws you in, even as your head tells you to "beware"!

So, what exactly is the attraction? It's not necessarily that they are more physically attractive or smarter or more successful than the "nice guys". In fact, they can have fewer of these qualities, yet be harder to resist.

So what is it? Let's begin by defining these guys. This term is generally applied to males who treat women poorly. Do these behaviors ring a bell?

*calling at 8:30 on a Saturday night to ask if you want to get together

*not showing up for a date- followed by no phone call or apology

*never having any money when you are out

* forgetting or ignoring your birthday and other important dates

*flirting openly with other women when you are together

*hitting on your good friend(s)

*making booty calls at 1am, after they've had a night out with others

*is doing time for a serious felony

Instead of asking "what is it about these guys"; let's instead examine what it is about the women who can't resist them. The following are actual statements from women who have a history of attraction to these guys. See if any of these sound familiar.

* "It's never BORING with him. He's unpredictable and exciting."

* "He's strong, aggressive and self-assured; I feel safe with him."

* "It's not his fault; he's trying to get his life together."

* "I haven't met anyone else that makes me feel the way he does."

* "He's so charming and passionate."

* "He tells me how much he likes me, so he must really feel something for me."

* "He needs me."

* "He doesn't come across as needy and desperate."

* "I can't believe I've attracted someone like him."

Now, on the face of these, they seem pretty benign. We all seek at least some of these traits in the men we choose. So, where's the problem?

Essentially it's in his inability to meet the woman's fundamental needs. She is the one doing all (or most) of the giving. The question then lies in; "what's in it for her?"

The answer can be found by exploring three basic issues:

*level of self-esteem

*capacity for intimacy

*roles that she has been in throughout her life

If a woman feels good about herself, she chooses a mate who communicates both verbally and non-verbally to her that she is valued and respected. She won't allow this other person to undermine her positive self-worth. She believes in her ability to participate in a healthy, reciprocal relationship.

If she doesn't feel good about herself, she chooses someone who reinforces her negative self-beliefs.

If a woman is capable of true intimacy, she is open to the true availability of the other person. She wants him to be a full and active participant in the relationship. She can allow herself to be open, vulnerable and able to take as well as to receive all that true intimacy offers.

If intimacy is difficult, she choose someone who is distant, hard to connect with and not emotionally and/or physically available.

If a woman has had a healthy role in her relationships since childhood, she will choose someone with whom she can continue this healthy interaction.

If a woman has been too long in the role of rescuer, caregiver or the one who sacrifices for the good of others, this will probably be the role she will seek out in her relationships.

Fortunately, most women fall somewhere in between on these issues. So the task is to evaluate yourself in each area and decide on a course of action that will help you to choose a "nice guy", who stirs your senses and meets your needs while being truly available for a real relationship.

Monday, January 19, 2009

HONEYMOON DESTINATION

The Honeymoon Destination counts as a biggest factor in making your Honeymoon a memorable one. The Honeymoon Destination sets in the mood for love and romance. And this Romantic mood brings so much joy, fun and thrill into your Honeymoon, that you cherish its memories forever. Discover the favorite destinations for the Honeymoon couples and plan your Honeymoon accordingly. Some particular locations are very popular amongst newly wed as a Honeymoon Destination. Love-and-Friendship.com will tell you what are the top 10 Honeymoon Destinations, and why they are the top Honeymoon Destinations. Then it will be you to decide which one is the best honeymoon destination for you. 

 

TOP 10 HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS

Las Vegas, US

Hawaii, US

Australia

Mauritius

Patagonia, Chile

Suva, Fiji

Los Cabos, Mexico

India

Venice

Paris, France

TIPS FOR YOUR HONEYMOON TRAVEL

- Decide upon the place of Honeymoon which is unfamiliar to both.

- If unable to decide an exotic Honeymoon destination, take help of a Travel Agent.

- Look for different Honeymoon Packages available. Some Honeymoon Package include travel by sea on a cruise, while some offer air travel. Choose what you are looking for.

- Make a Budget for your Honeymoon. Decide upon how much your Honeymoon Tickets will cost, how much shopping you intend, how much sight-seeing will cost, how many days you want to stay, and the accommodation cost, etc.

- If you are not aware, there are various names given to Honeymoon Trips like mountain honeymoons, tropical honeymoons, winter honeymoons depending upon the Location. While planning, keep in mind the weather an climatic conditions of your Honeymoon Destination.

- Make sure your tickets are confirmed and delivered to you in advance.

- Keep the contact numbers of the Local Hotels and Travel Agents with you.

- Prepare a Checklist regarding the things you want to pack in your Bag.

- Don't miss out Sun-Screen Lotions, Water-proof Jackets, Umbrella, Torch Battery, a Handy cam or a simple camera, and your credit cards.

- Confirm the exchange rate for the currency of the Honeymoon travel location. Make sure if there are proper facilities for money conversion.

HONEYMOON

When we are young, we fancy a princess or a prince of our Dreams will come one day, and take us along into the dreamland of fantasy. A Dreamland where love dominates the air. A Dreamland where colorful leaves of autumn fill the ground, and a lake covered with white mist passes nearby. When we grow up, we start seeing our fantasies in a much practical form called Honeymoon. Thus, we await the day of our Honeymoon with whole heart. The very though of a romantic Honeymoon tickles our mind. 

Soon after the wedding, the Honeymoon preparations begin. The Honeymoon Ideas and the suggestions regarding Honeymoon Locations start pouring in from closest friends and relatives. The couple get more and more excited about the Honeymoon Travel as the days of Honeymoon trip come closer. Since, its a once in a lifetime occasion, the couple plans for the best possible way to enjoy this beautiful trip.

Love-and-Friendship.com brings you all about the Honeymoon. From Honeymoon Ideas to Honeymoon Destinations, we bring you all the information on how to make your Honeymoon a memorable one. We have different sections for different Honeymoon Themes. So, don't miss the chance to learn more about a Happy Honeymoon. Let the Joy of togetherness be in full blossom, let the memories of your Honeymoon bring smiles to you, as many times as you remember your Honeymoon Vacation.

ENGAGEMENT GIFT IDEAS

As the Engaged Couple steps into a new life, wish the couple a happy journey with unique Engagement gifts. Engagement Gifts are a symbol of your best wishes. More than a custom, its an expression of your joy, and being part of their festivities. Engagement gifts can be given at Engagement ceremony or at a separately organized engagement party. Amidst the celebrations, when you enter the venue of the engagement ceremony, you should know that the couple is going to get the Best Engagement Gift from you. This requires a bit of thought process.

You will find a variety of Gift available in the markets. Some are affordable yet very common, while others may be unique, but quite expensive. Love-and-Friendship.com will help you in choosing the perfect Engagement Gift. We have various Gift Ideas to select a gift true to the occasion. Lets have a look at the Engagement Gifts below.

Engagement Gifts should not be too expensive, as the couple may not feel very comfortable receiving it. Your Gift should have a personalized message. Along with the Gift, a note in the form of an engagement poem will be fantastic idea. If you have time, try going for a homemade creative gift. It can be personalized candle stand, a book rack, a photo frame, a set of glassware, china crockery, etc.

Gifting the Flowers is common, but the Flowers always dominate the world of Gifts. If you are unable to Decide upon the Best Engagement Gift, you may carry a Bouquet of Fresh Flowers for the couple. If you are a close member of the family, or a close friend, you can also give a shopping voucher. This is a trend these days. It suits the couple also, as they can buy the item of their choice.

ENGAGEMENT

The tradition of Engagement has a history behind it. From day when a girl was engaged to a man till the day of their wedding, the father of the girl used this time to collect dowry for his daughter. The dowry was taken as a price to keep the girl for the lifetime. Thus, the engagement ceremony tradition started.

Engagement is a beautiful occasion when two heart become commit each other to become one. It carries along the moments of joy and thrill, fun and excitement. The exchange of engagement rings follows the engagement party, gifts, and more. The engaged couple is greeted with flowers, bouquets, sweets, and everything that suits the occasion. Engagement cards are given, engagement poems are read. The air of love and warmth fills the place. The sound of romantic notes echoes. Celebrations dominate the time and Joys galore !

Apart from exchanging the Engagement Rings, Engagement is the time when the families of the two families get to interact with each other. Its a high time to get to know the far and near relatives of the both sides.

Love-and-Friendship.com brings you the choicest Engagement Gift Ideas for you. Our various sections provide you information on engagement rings, engagement Party Ideas, and all the things associated with engagement parties. Get to know how you can make the best of this once in a lifetime occasion. Lets have a look at the sections below which will provide you the details regarding everything about engagements.

HOW TO MAKE SOMEONE YOUR BEST FRIEND

> Speak to your heart. Listen to our inner voice. Does it say that he or she can be your Best Friend?

> Before asking someone to become a Best Friend, be his/her's Best Friend. In other words, what you expect from other, start giving them, and you will definitely get the same in return.

> Get a Greeting Card, and decorate it with colors and friendship quotes. Gift it to your Best Friend. Such a Gift is not considered a formal gift, so, it can be gifted anytime. And at the same time, such a gift conveys your feelings.

> Wish a him/her a good day early morning as frequently as possible.

> Keep reminding about you by sending mails, messages everyday. Don't just stuff their inbox, send only a few and decent mails or messages.

> Gift a Photo Album to your Best Friend which has photos of you and your best friend together.

> Care for your best friend, and you will get the same. Trust you best friend, and share you joys and sorrows. Soon, you will see that your best friend will also rely upon you.

 

FRIENDSHIP SMS

True friends are like Diamonds... they are real and rare. False friends are like leaves... they are scattered everywhere. For it was not into my ear you whispered - but into my heart.
It was not my lips you kissed - but my soul.

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Morning is God's way of saying '1 more time .. Go, live life make a difference touch ones heart, encourage 1's mind inspire 1's soul & enjoy d day...' 1 more time.!

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FRIENDSHIP isn't how U forGet but how U forGive, Not how U liSten but how U UnderStand, Not what U see but how U feel, and not how U Let Go but how U hold oN!!!

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Why do we close our Eyes
When we Pray
When we Cry
When we Dream
When we Kiss
Because the Most BEAUTIFUL thing in life are not seen.
But felt by the heart !
DEFINITELY U !

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sweet but not honey, precious but not money, bright but not sunshine, Improves with time but not wine, dont know?? ,it's me..!

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FriEndSHiP iS A PRiCeLeSs GiFt tHaT cAn'T Be BoUgHt Or SoLd, BuT To Have An UnDeRsTaNdiNg FriEnd iS FaR MoRe WoRtH tHaN GoLd~!

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If you love somebody,
let them go.
If they return, they were always yours.
If they don't, they never were.

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Dear O Dear, You are not Near, But I can Hear, Dont Get Fear, Your memories Here, Live with Cheer, No more Tear!....... MY DEAR FRIEND

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If you need advice, text me... If you need a friend, call me... If you need me, come to me... If you need money... ........... THE SUBSCRIBER CANNOT BE REACHED!

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HOW TO KEEP FRIENDS FOREVER

> Make a note of Birthdays of your Friends. Put up a Reminder. Never miss to wish your Friends a Happy Birthday on time. 

> Don't give very expensive Gifts to your Friends on any occasion. They may not be able to return the favor and hence, may start moving away.

> Call up your Friends at least once in a month. Send across SMS messages weekly at least.

> On festive occasions, send across your greetings, through regular mail or email, whichever possible.

> If you have been sent an invitation for a Party or any occasion from a Friend, try to show up there. You presence will contribute a lot towards your importance.

> If you a unavailable for the party, call up your friend and inform. Make sure to send flowers or some gift through someone on the occasion.

> Any kind of news on your end, should be conveyed to your friends by you before they get to hear it from others.

> If there is no such occasion where you get to meet you old pals, then organize a gathering exclusively for your friends. It can be arranged on any occasion like Christmas, Easter, New Year, etc.

FRIENDSHIP MESSAGES

Hi Amy ! This is Sam from San Francisco, where are you? Don't have you email. Plz write sooon !
 
Hello Anita.. missing u lotz... donno where u r ?? give me a buzz soon. christmas is coming. This is Debby from WI, USA
 
Harish Dutta.. i m looking for you.. this is Gaurav Mahajan from Delhi. i hope u remember. Do reply if u see this msg !
 
This msg is for Luca Jones from North Dakota. I dont know where are u right now, but i want to talk to u. Long time no seeeee ! - Cindy Smith
 
This is Raghu from pune, looking for a true friend. I am twenty eight, working in IT. Do write 2 me.. waiting :-)
 
Its my Life.. its now or never.. Hey ! Be my friend. I am a cool hunk David from a small town near malbourn, Australia. Reading and partying is my passion. Take Care. Bye !

FAMOUS LOVE QUOTES

Love, like a river, will cut a new path
whenever it meets an obstacle.

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To live without loving is to not really live

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As you continue to send out love, the energy returns to you in a regenerating spiral... As love accumulates, it keeps your system in balance and harmony. Love is the tool, and more love is the end product.

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Love consists in this, that two solitudes protect and touch and greet each other.

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Meeting you was fate, becoming your friend was a choice, but falling in love with you: I had no control over

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No love, no friendship can cross the path of our destiny without leaving some mark on it forever.

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Harmonizing heart and brain through love is what can establish a complete intelligence, a complete self, where a child can look at life and realize there are no dead ends, there are always possibilities. The greatest gift a parent can give a child during all the ups and downs of life is love.

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The quarrels of lovers are like summer storms. Everything is more beautiful when they have passed.

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Love is like a mustard seed;
planted by God
and watered by men.

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Love conquers all things; let us too surrender to love

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LOVE SMS

The virtue of love isn’t finding the perfect person, but by loving the imperfect person perfectly.

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It takes 2 to tango, 2 to kiss, 2 to talk & remenisce, so many good things come in 2, & one of those things is me & u!

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It’s hard to find someone whom u truly love, much less to find someone who loves u as much. When the chance comes, don't ever let go.

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dnt be afraid 2 say "i love u" 2 d 1 u luv... for wen ur ready itmyt be 2 late... d 1 u luv may hav found d comfort of hearin it from som1 else..

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Weve gone our own way, our lives grew apart, & weve made a life wiv another, but despite of how far apart we grew, 2 me there still is no other.

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Who cares whether this is a poem or rhyme, I will love you until the end of time...

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If love isnt a game then why are there so many players?

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One day youll ask me: whats more important to you, me or your life? ill say my life and youll go and leave without even knowing that you are my life.

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A sMiLe tO pUt You On HiGh... A KisS To Set YoUr SouL ALriGhT... WouLd iT bE aLriGhT iF I spEnT ToNiTe BeiNg LovED bY YoU???

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u luv coz u weep.u weep coz u hurt.u hurt coz u fail.u fail coz u try.u try coz u need.u need coz u want.u want coz u feel.u feel coz u live.u live coz u luv

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TIPS FOR WRITING A LOVE LETTER

- Write a Love Letter in your own handwriting. Typing or printing never carries the same feelings that come from your pen.

- Decorate your Love Letter with cute romantic Symbols and Icons. Small colorful hearts, kisses, Xs and Os representing hugs and kisses will surely impress your beloved.

- Put your Love Letter in a lovely envelope. Remember to beautify it with some passionate punchline like "To My Sweeeet Heart !", "Stuffed with Love", "Heart Inside: Handle with Care", etc.

- Attach the Ribbons, stickers etc on the Envelope that contains your Love Letter.

- Start your Love Letter with a phrase that is your own. It may not sound poetic, but it will definately tickle the senses of your loved one if the words are your own. For example, you first line can be "Sending you my heart, handle with care, and tons of Kisses, here and there !"

- In some cases, people who love to be extremely different in expressing their love, get their Love Letters framed in a beautiful Glass Frames, etc.

- To make your Love Letter more romantic, attach a photograph of yours with the Love Letter. 

- Put your best words and feelings in the end of the Letter, so that your beloved reads it and cherishes it with a long lasting smile.

FREE KISSING TIPS

Get your partner to the sea shore at sunset. Give her smile. Buzz a latest romantic song. Hold her tight and give a moist kiss.

You are with your girl friend moving in the car. Stopped at a traffic light. Hold her hand and give a soft kiss.

Take a stop watch. Ask the girl to help you maintain a long kiss, longer than a minute and so on.

Make a sign of first letter of your partner’s name with your lips and slowly gently fix a kiss on her cheek.

Order a pizza. With the help of tomatto ketchup make a sign of kiss on pizza. Ask her to make same sign with her lips at your cheek.

When you are travelling with her in a car. Tell her whenever we see a dog or any other specific animal, on road side, we will kiss each other. A good excuse.

Tell your love that something is there below her eyes. Ask her to close the eyes. Use the opportunity and give her a kiss.

Move in the rain without umbrella. Grab rain drops on your lips and then slowly place them on lips of your love.

FRIENDSHIP DAY PARTY IDEAS

> PARTY INVITATION CARDS: Go for the Creative Invitation Cards. If you can, make customized handmade Party invitations decorated with sparkles and colors. Red, pink, and tones of blue should be the theme of your design. Be precise in your details for the Party. Don't make the invitees get confused read your invitation card. Make them look attractive and catchy.

> TIME FOR THE PARTY: Friendship Day Party can be held at any time of the day, but evening time is considered a great choice. The parties that go heavy on alcohol suit during the evening time. Party during the day time is a nice choice for seniors. For exclusive women parties, the preferred time for party is afternoons.

> THEME FOR THE PARTY: Many parties go with a specific theme. This makes the party more vibrant and exciting. Thematic party is in trend these day. You can decide upon the theme for the Party that invitees are comfortable with. A pajama party, a frankenstein dress-up party, a color theme party are some examples of Party themes.

> GIFTS FOR THE PARTY: Friendship Day Party will look perfect with Gifts and Goodies for the Friends. Apart from the food and dance and chito chat, you should give away token of friendship to your guests. Friendship Bands are perfect gifts. Flowers can also be a choice. Friendship Quote Mugs can also be given.

> IDEAS FOR ENJOYMENT: Various people have different ways of enjoyment. Some people like partying with loud music and dance. Some enjoy partying with food and gossip. Some enjoy with drinks, drinks and drinks ! Some people like to play cards, some people go for indoor games and fun activities like spoon race, dumb-shell art, quizzes, Jokes and singing, etc.

> MENU FOR THE PARTY: Firstly, decide about the type of food - Vegetarian or Non-Vegetarian or both. In snacks, go for Grilled cheese balls, fish, chicken. Soups and soft drinks can also accompany in an evening Party. For daytime party, lemonade and soda will do best. Hotdogs can be served as snacks. If its a lunch or dinner are also to be served, then your menu may include butter chicken, pizzas, macaroni, fried rice, etc. Keep the unconventional items in the menu, so, that your frenz get to enjoy a different flavor on this special occasion.

FRIENDSHIP DAY GIFTS

Gifts for Friends on Friendship Day are very important. Its a day for friends, thus, the token of friendship is must. Your Gift should express you feelings. Let your friends know how special they are, what difference they have made in your life, and what you love about them. You Gift should be creative and unique, and at the same time, it should reflect your affection for friends. Friendship Day Gifts need to be imaginative to leave the right impact. It should be something that reminds of the valuable friendship, the times spent together, and the moments of sharing and caring. Love-and-Friendship.com brings Gift Ideas for you to win hearts of your frenz !

FRIENDSHIP DAY

Friendship Day is a time for showing our Friends what they mean to us. Friends are dear to the heart. Friendship Day gives us a chance to express our gratitude to our friends, who have been there in our dreams, in our sorrows and joys, in our jokes and stories. Friends are our precious assets. With true friends, our Life is like a flower that blossoms in the sunshine of happiness !

Friendship Day is celebrated on the First Sunday of the month of August. It was proclaimed as National Friendship Day by the U.S. Congress in 1935, and since then, it is being celebrated around the globe, across diverse cultures and social segments. In 1997, the famous character 'Winnie the Pooh' was declared as the world’s Ambassador of Friendship.

Friendship Day is celebrates with Roses, especially the pink and yellow ones. The popular form of modern day token of friendship is a Friendship Band. On this Day, Friends Party hard. The youngsters have invented new ways of celebration of this day. Fun, thrill, excitement and joys galore amongst them. Best Friends exchange Friendship Poems that narrate the value of the Friendship. Unique Friendship Day Gifts are exchanged that bring the dear friends closer, and close friends as Friends Forever.

WHAT FLOWERS MEAN TO YOU

                             "As Food is for Stomach, Flower is for Heart"

They say Diamonds are Girl's Best Friend. Yes, that's True. But ever thought what's the Second Best Friend? The answer is 'Flowers'. Flowers denote the feelings is the most tender form. The fragrance and colors of the flowers express the unsaid feelings. Since ages, Flowers are being considered as a marvelous gift for Birthdays, Anniversaries, etc. Love-and-Friendship.com will take you through the Journey of Flowers.. from Red Roses to Purple Tulips, from Bright Bouquets to Autumn Flowers.

Roses: The Roses say a million feelings. And there a variety of Roses like Red Roses, Yellow Roses, Whites ones, Rose Buds, etc. So, which one do you want to gift someone... Click to read more about it !

Birthday Flowers: Check out what are the specific Birthday Flowers. There are different Birthday Flowers for different month. Make sure the give the right Birthday Floral Gift...

HOW TO MAKE A FRIENDSHIP BRACELET

Friendship Bracelets are exchanged on Friendship Day around the World. The young and old gather and gift Friendship Bracelets as a token of Friendship. Friendship Bracelets are available in various colors, shapes, sizes and designs. Even the material used for the Friendship Bands ranges from wool to plastic, silver metal to golden. Friendship Bracelets are decorated with beads, sparkles and beautiful patterns. Many Friendship Bands have a cute Friendship Quote or Saying written on it. Pink, cool Blue, Red, magenta, etc are most popular shades of the Friendship Bracelets and Bands.

To make a customized Friendship Bracelets for your Friends, you can use the elastic thread and put the beads of various colors in a specific pattern or randomly picked colors. For example, you can put a red bead, then a pink, then a blue, and a big yellow bead, and then again a red, pink, blue, and a big yellow and so on. Using the elastic thread will make it easy to wear and can suit any size of wrist.

FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS

Friends are a symbol of Trust. We share our sorrows and joys with our friends. We reveal the innermost secrets of our heart to our Friends. We make friends, and grow Friendship, which gives us warmth and shelter of intimacy. Just like a tree, which grow large yet holds all its branches intact, we need to keep our old pals close to the heart.

With changing times, people started moving places. With the growth of globalization, people traveled and settled in various corners of the world to earn their bread and butter. So, the bonds of Friendship started fading away. It was felt that there should be something with a friend that always reminds him/her of a true friend. So, the tokens of Friendship came into existence. The most popular symbols of Friendship are Friendship Bands and Bracelets, which are tied on the wrists and thus friends become a part of our life, no matter where we are in the World.

FRIENDSHIP RINGS

True Friendship is a rare Gift. Many people come into our life, but a true friend makes a grand entry. He or she is someone who moulds our life in such a way, that things don't remain same anymore. Life blossoms like a flower in springs, feeling eternal joy.

Such friends need to be shown that they really mean a lot to us. We need to express our gratitude to them by offering some souvenir of Friendship. Friendship Ring is a beautiful token of friendship. It looks elegant and sober as a gift. Friendship Rings are available in various kinds like Birthstone Friendship Rings, Irish Friendship Rings, Silver Friendship Rings, etc.

A Friendship Ring is generally worn on the little finger on either hand. Friendship Ring symbolizes the warmth and care that exists among friends. It reminds the friends about the level of intimacy they share. Friendship Rings are unique way of saying thanks for all the times spent with friends.

Friends have deep attachment. Sometimes a friend is closer than parents or soul mate. We share to secrets with friends, knowing that they will never defy our trust. Friendship Rings strengthen that bond of trust. Friendship Rings can be given on various occasions like a friends's Birthday, or friendship Day, etc.

Colorful Rings with Heart Symbol, or hand symbol are most popular among young generation, while mature people can be gifted with Silver Friendship Rings or Birthstone Friendship Rings. Love-and-Friendship.com hopes that this section on Friendship Rings has helped you. If you have any unique ideas or thoughts about Friendship Rings, feel free to share with us.

LOVE HOROSCOPE

Horoscope word has such a Magnetic Power that everybody gets attracted it. All of us are curious to know about out love compatibility with other Zodiac Signs, our Future Predictions, and our Personality traits. This is purely based on Science. Our nature, likings, dislikings, health, forture, etc. all are governed by the directions f the stars and planets.

WHAT IS A LOVE SPELL

A Love Spell is a magical charm that is used to force some act. Love Spells are used by lovers all over the world to attract and mesmerize the loved one. Love Spells are also used for positive and negative purpose. Some people use love spells to attract the people towards themselves, some people use it to heal the broken marriages, etc. Love Spells are not just made of words and acts, but you need to put your mind and soul together to get the love spell performed rightly. Many Love Spells are very typical to perform. In such cases, it is always suggested to take services of Love Spell Specialists. These Specialists are experts who perform the Love Charms in the way those should be executed.

GIFTS FOR HER(girl friend or lover)

What You choose as a Gift for someone reflects how deeply you understand someone. A Gift is a way of saying.. I Care ! Let the occasion be more joyous by gifting something that leaves a lasting impression. A Gift looks best when it suits the occasion.Gift for her is a way of expressing your love for her. It should be a unique gift. Gift can be purchased on line or from the market. The choice of gift reflects the personality and taste of giver. If you love someone show her that you love. Gift her a unique gift on her birthday or anniversary or any other special occasion. Remember Gift reflects your love and attitude. It reflects your personality also. The following are the items suggested to gift her.

Vanity case: Vanity case is a mobile beauty saloon. It should be gifted full of make up materials. An empty vanity case never looks good.

Lipstick: Lipstick in some shape or form has always been a part of fashion statement. Lipstick is available in a massive and varied selection of colors. The top brands available in lipstick are Almay Ideal, Arissa, Cover Girl, Jane, L’Oreal, Max Factor, Maybelline, Revlon, Lakme etc.

Perfume: Available top brands in women perfume are Christian Dior, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Calvin Klein, Givenchy. Perfumes are preferred gift if given on certain occasions like birthdays and anniversaries. 

Deodorant: Top brands in women deodorants are Colgate-Palmolive, Elizabeth Arden, Mitchum, Donna Karan, Tom’s of Maine, Rexona, Fumes etc. The selection of design of packing also matters much. The women deodorant are availble in powder, stick and spray types.

Nail Polish: Nail Polish should be given as a set of minimum six colors. Nail Polish of leading brands is advisable as a Gift.
 

Ladies Bag: Ladies carrying bag can be given Ladies Bag as a gift. Now a vast variety of bags is available in different material. 

Necklace: If having a good budget then give a gold necklace or a gold plated silver necklace. Other than these two metal necklace should not be given as gift.

Earrings: Ear-ring is an important woman dress accessory. The earrings available in market are in thousands and thousands of designs. Gold, Silver or Glass earings can be given. A diamond studded earring is the best.

Pendant: Pendant can be given alone or with the necklace. A pendant designed colored is looked beautiful. It can also be diamond, Gold or Silver pendant. A platinum pendant with a small diamond is also liked.

Bangles: Some of asian communities and few others like this type of gift. In some countries bangles are only accepted from a husband or would be husband. Bangles other than in Gold or silver metal come in different metals. Even glass bangles look beautiful.

Bracelets: Yes, bracelets of Gold with carving on it are wonderful gift for woman. 

Ring: Ring is not generally suggested. It is again a gift generally not accepted from every one. The traditions of country varies from community to community.

Jeans: While giving a pair of jeans keep in mind the latest trends. Women jeans trend change very rapidly. There comes every color denims and even embroidered jeans. Low waist jeans are currently liked much.

Top: While giving a pair of jeans as a gift, ideally it should be given with a complimenting top. The choice of top is more difficult than jeans. So choose top first and find a good jeans.

Hanky: Yes if budget is small set of 6 hankies can be given. The size of ladies hanky is much smaller than of gents. Even the color or print should be soft and cool.

GIFTS FOR HIM (boy friend or lover)

What You choose as a Gift for someone reflects how deeply you understand someone. A Gift is a way of saying.. I Care ! Let the occasion be more joyous by gifting something that leaves a lasting impression. A Gift looks best when it suits the occasion.Gift for him is a way of expressing your love for him. It should be a unique gift. It can be an anniversary gift, birthday gift, valentine day gift. Gift can be purchased on line or from the market. The choice of gift reflects the personality and taste of giver. The following list of items is suggested to present the gift. 

Wallet: Every male likes to keep a good wallet in his pocket. The ideally chosen wallet should have maximum pockets. It should have a sufficient capacity to hold electronic cards, currency notes, driving license and a photograph. The best wallet is of pure leather. 

Cufflinks: Cufflinks made of gold is an ideal gift for a modern man who likes to be dressed formally. If the budget is small, the cufflinks can be of silver or any other metal. The designer cufflinks in different shapes and color are also available.

Tiepin: The men wearing neck ties prefer to have a matching tiepin. A glittering metallic tie pin is best liked. Tiepin can ideally be matched with the cufflinks also. 

Shirt: While looking for a gift, a shirt is a good choice always, provided you know the size of wearer. The shirt’s choice is difficult because of a large variety of color and designs. However carefully chosen shirt gives best appreciation to the giver. The branded shirt carries an edge. The shirt should be gifted in good packing only.

Trousers: Like shirt the trousers can also be a best gift and more so if given with the shirt. The matching trouser with shirt looks very good. Before buying trousers the choice of recipient should be kept in mind. Check whether he likes a trouser with plates or straight trouser. Ask the shopkeeper to show you the latest variety only.
 

Jeans: The youngsters mainly like to wear jeans only. More over if the giver is follower of modern trends, she/he should prefer a jeans over trousers. A denim jeans is usually liked by every one.

T-shirt: Every man likes to wear a T-shirt. But it suits only to slim persons. A T-shirt with any shape of neck can be given. The people with raised neck-back should be given collared T-shirts. Slim necked people like round neck shape T-shirt. A personalized T-shirt is in fashion now a days. Also slogans or quotations printed on front or back can also be given.

Cap: A large variety of caps make it tough to search for a gift. The fibre of cap should be soft enough to stay for a longer time on head. Men generally like simple and single colored cap. If you are gifting a pair of jeans and a T-shirt, do make sure that a matching cap is also being given. 

Handkerchief: To gift a handkerchief always keep in mind that a set of minimum 6 handkerchiefs should be given. The set must contain at least three different color or prints. The quality of fabric is very important because only soft handkerchiefs are liked by men. The size of handkerchief is always bigger for me than for women.

Pen: The commonly available pens are not good to be gifted. The collectors choice is available in the market in all different brands. The brand of Pen carries importance than its looks. The packing of pen is also need to be attractive.

Perfume: Perfumes for men is considered as an ideal gift. The fragrance’ choice varies from person to person yet its brand gives an edge. All the leading brands now offer a designer packings. The most popular perfumes are Herrera, Indigo, Acqua di Gio, Adidas Dynamic, Adrenaline, Baldessarini Del Mar, Iceburg Effusion, Lapidus, Perry Ellis, Vera Wang, Yataga and Zizanie etc.

Deodorant: Deodorants are economical than perfumes and carry the same value. Its brand is more important than its fragrance. The top brands include Giorigo Armani, Right Guard, Degree, Drakkar Noir, Ferrari, Adidas, Alfred Dunhill, Almay, Calvin Klein, Brut, Colgate-Palmolive, Cuba, Kenzo etc. The deodorants come in generally three different types viz. powder, spray and stick.

Shaving kit: Most of men use shaving kit consisting of a blade and a can of foam. The gift can consist of designer razor and designer brush with different colored handles. Even a brush and razor stand or a leather kit is also considered best gift by all men. Needless to say if you gift a shaving kit to a man who does not shave is making fun of him. 

Jacket: Gift a jacket if living in a cold country or otherwise in winter season. A leather jacket in black color is very much admired. Even economical fabric jackets in different colors are also very good gifts.

Belts: A belt is available in very large price range. The selection of belt is also as per the size of wearer. It is of same length as of man’s waist size. The buckle of the belt should also be attractive and its size should be as per the age and occupation of recipient. The youngster like big buckles and middle aged and above like smaller ones. 

Wrist watch: If ready to give an expensive but memorable gift, wrist watch is an ideal choice. Choose a good brand. Check the strap or chain. The dial if possible should depict the date and day also. The designer watches are much expensive but a life long retention is there.

Necktie: See that color of shirt should compliment the color of necktie if you are gifting necktie along with shirt. Otherwise Necktie is an ultra modern yet powerful professional gift. It reflects your high taste.

Camera: Camera is in very very large variety. Check what best is available according to your budget. Buy latest and technologically best gift.

Calculator: Calculator is a wonderful gift within low priced items. Calculator can be given mainly to students and professionals.

Key chain: A personalized key chain expresses best of emotions. Moreover your memories remain fresh always in others mind.

Gloves: To gift a pair of gloves, the ideal choice is driving gloves. A vast variety come in gloves. Winter gloves and summer cotton gloves also carries an image.

Ring: Some of communities like respect this gift. They see it as a best token of love. It has a long memory retention value.

Photo Frame: A beautifully carved wooden frame can be a best gift. The other photo frames available are metallic or plastic molded. Metallic frames are also presentable whereas plastic molded frames are not worth presenting.

Love is in the air

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Life is so beautiful with Love, so, Live it up fully. Think about new and creative ways to express your feelings to your special ones. Let not any moment of Love go by without your Lover's sweet voice whispering in your ears. Let the season of Love shower Red Roses on you... !

Sunday, January 11, 2009

Is Your Relationship Happy And Healthy?

We are social animals. We need to relate to others for various reasons; we cannot exist alone happily. We need others to compare, share, give and take and feel together. We make relationships primarily to satisfy our emotional and physical needs. What about the health of the relationship? Is your relationship happy and healthy?

In healthy relationship, both the partners are themselves. They keep that freedom with themselves. Freedom is a very important aspect. In a relationship that involves abuse, the abuser takes this freedom away. That is why any abuse makes the relationship very unhealthy.

We think about the concerns of our partner in a healthy relationship. It is not dictatorial. Every decision that we take is done with consensus and care is taken to check that other partners interests and preferences are respected fully. Our concern for our partner makes the relationship fulfilling.

In the two way process, we make some demands from our partner. They are reasonable to the extent that our demands do not crush the others spirit and values. Sometimes, a partner wants a relationship that demands that the other partner give up all his/her values. That will never do any good to the relationship. That will make the relationship very unhealthy.

Desire to relate - Unless we get attracted to each other and have genuine affection and care for each other, everything else is of no use. The relationship must have that love and affection to begin with. Without that one cannot talk and be open in communication with the other partner. Without that initial love, no relationship will begin.

What If You Are Not An Alpha Male?

There is a lot of talk about alpha male in the articles. Who is an alpha male? Somebody who looks very confident, a winner, has animal appeal, knows how to attract women and leads from the front. Unfortunately most of us are not alpha males. I wonder how many of our romantic poets were alpha males? What to do if you are not an alpha male? How to be a romantic?

What is romance? In simple English to be in romance means to love each other intensely. It does not mean anything more than that. How do you get a girl to fall in love with you that is intense and passionate? For that is it necessary to have looks like a movie star? No. What it needs is intensity in the eyes. Create intensity in your eyes. Let your eyes give that come hither look. Let your eyes have that dreamy look. Let your eyes speak about your love. Gaze into the eyes of your beloved without speaking a word for few minutes and you will win her forever.

What about words and voice? Do you need to have husky voice and great vocabulary? No. Does saying I Love You need great vocabulary? It is the way you speak that affects the hormones. Make your voice as love filled as possible. Let the girl feel very special with your words. Let her feel that she is the princess and you are trying to win her over. Speak few words. But speak them with a voice full of love and care. Handle her as if she is as fragile as a china piece. Treat her as if she is more precious than the whole world. Let her feel very wanted. Let her feel loved. Let her feel the love and let her dream of that. Take her to a world with your voice and actions to a world she had never dreamt of. She will be yours forever.

Why Do Men Batter Women?

In this century when we all talk of exploring mars and reaching help to the deep corners of Africa, is it not only surprising and also shameful that some men batter their wives? Whatever we say, we cannot deny that women are getting battered. A syndrome has also been names after this - Battered Women syndrome. Why should men beat women? Let us look at this barbarism.

Frustration must be one of the reasons. Do men enjoy taking out their frustration of career failures and problems on women? Or they are sadists? If they do not like their woman, they should separate. How can they be allowed to beat women? That is reprehensible and barbaric. How can an educated man beat a woman? What drives him to do that? Is their any profile of such men who do this?

What if the woman is not meek and retaliates. There will be bloodshed. Why a beautiful relationship reaches such depths is beyond my imagination and thinking. How society allows this. Why such men are not boycotted from the society? What is the problem with such men that they batter their woman?

As men, we are protectors of women and not supposed to beat them. Why do we men do it? In a survey in India, it was found that a majority of men who beat women come from highly educated class. This is more shocking. These men keep a mask of good behavior in society and beat the woman in the confines of their home. Please let all men decide that come what may, they will never ever batter their woman. That is inhuman.

Advice For Men

Women are not like men. Many men forget that, when they enter into a romantic relationship. Women look at things differently and their choices are different. Men miss small patterns of behavior many times that can make them a big success with women. In this section, we talk about what men need to know about relationships with women to succeed and what are the common pitfalls that have to be avoided to get the woman of your dreams.

Keeping love alive

I do not know where love has gone out of our relationship? Are you also the one asking this question? Most of us find that there is no love after some years. Why does that happen? That happens because most of us show disinterest in happiness of our partner. Go back to your earlier days of wooing and recollect the kind of attention you used to
shower on your partner. Looking at your present behavior, you will find that you are giving very less attention to the happiness of your partner now. Begin doing that and you will get love back in your relationship. As you pay attention you will find that your partner is also paying more attention to you.

Are You In Passionate Love?

Even if you are in passionate love, maintain equilibrium in life. Focusing only on love as a mission may cause great pain if you break-up.

Reignite The Passion

Even if the relationship loses warmth, continue giving body touches - a hug, a caress or any other way you are comfortable. Body touch breaks barriers and may bring the relation back to earlier passion.

Love Or Obsession?

Sometimes, we don’t want to let our beloved go away despite knowing that the feelings of love are not present anymore. That is an obsession and not love. People want to keep the lost love as long as possible. Better to let the beloved go away if the love is out of the relationship. Start again.

Love And Jealousy?

Jealous lovers don’t allow any space to their beloved. They make life difficult for their lover. Do we love to make our partner happy or bitter? Jealousy takes away the true meaning of love. Try to make your sweetheart happy.

Love And Expectations

Have you talked with your partner about what both of you understand by love? What are your and your partner’s expectations from love? This conversation may be very useful to both of you in finding about each other’s thoughts and avoid misunderstandings in future.

Don’t Try To Change Those You Love

You enter into a relationship thinking that what you don’t like in your partner, you will change afterwards. Don’t do that. Many people resent if any change is forced upon them.

Should You Marry Your Partner?

Does Your partner have these qualities?

Is your partner compassionate?
Is your partner truthful?
Is your partner trustworthy?
Is your partner unselfish?
Does your partner treat others with respect?
Is your partner aware of your feelings?

If you can say yes to all these questions, you can consider marrying him/her.

Does Your Partner Understand You?

Do not assume that your partner understands your communication fully. Women communicate differently. Beware of the pitfalls due to this difference.

Do You Share Your Feelings?

Sharing of feelings is one of the most important aspects of a relationship. Think about your behavior. Do you share your feelings with your partner? Do not make your partner guess about what is going on in your mind by looking at you. Tell him/her about how you feel about a particular situation. Express clearly in words and you will find understanding and support.

Saying I Love You

Most of us who are in relationships, love to hear from our partner that we are appreciated, and that we are very valuable for them and that they love us. But after some time in the relationship, most of us forget to say- I love you to our partner. The daily routine makes the relationship dull and people begin taking others feelings for granted.

At such times and even otherwise saying I love you can be of great value. That can rekindle the romance. That can bring the fire back in life. How to say- I love you most effectively? How to make it sound romantic and also convey the meaning that you appreciate your partner very much?

Observe your volume, tone and the place where are saying that. A hug and a whisper in the ear can be great. Equally good can be meeting the other person eye to eye and saying I love you with great warmth in the voice. Say I love you to your partner whenever you can, make it sound very special and gift them the love that you have for them in your heart.

Let your words say that you care very much for your partner. Show it with actions such as sharing chores or giving a gift. Go out on a dinner and say - I love you.

How To Keep A Marriage Happy?

A good marriage can remain the same for many years. In the beginning the romance overwhelms other aspects, but over a period the partners can keep understanding, caring, sharing, gentleness and love the same as it was in the beginning. The key elements are-

- Open & honest communication of what a person likes and dislikes.
- Communication of what is acceptable and what is not.
- Caring for other’s moods.
- Small gifts at regular intervals.
- Sharing other’s work.
- Sharing interests.

What do they love in you?

If somebody says that they love you, find out what do they love in you. Do they love your personality, your looks, your power, your money or your emotional makeup? Once you know that they love something that may not change much after years go ahead and reciprocate. For example- your money or power or looks may change, but your personality and your emotional makeup will not change much. Do they love you for what you are or do they love you for what you have?

Winning Your Love Back

Do you want to win your love back? Are you sad that your partner has broken up and do you want their love again? My advice is that unless you are very sad do not try that. If you think that life is becoming difficult without your partner then let us see what you can do.

Reflect upon the period preceding the breakup. Did you change towards your partner? Were you less attentive or less loving? Were you taking your love for granted? Think about all the mistakes you may have committed. If you find that you were not the reason, then better give up the idea. You can only do something about lost love, if you caused it. If you find that you were probably the reason then arrange a meeting and apologize for all your mistakes. Promise never to do same thing again. You may probably win your love back.

Contacting Your Ex?

Do not try to establish contact with your ex after you break-up. That will only cause more pain.

Improve Your Relationships

Relationships are complex things, but following these basics will help you make your relationships healthy and strong.

When in doubt, listen first and check to see if you have understood the other person by asking them questions. Often relationships go awry when people feel they aren’t being heard or understood and sometimes it’s important just to listen. You have to know what they want, not what you think is good for them. Listening is what helps us to find connection with each other. This also means you need to tell others what you really feel, think, and want. You can’t feel connected if you don’t voice these things.

Communicate simply when it is most critical that they hear you. Get clear in your own mind what kind of outcome you would like and try to state it in the most simple and specific terms. You will more likely be understood the more clear you can be, and often that means fewer words, not more. Sometimes repetition is necessary in getting through to someone what is really important to you.

Always show respect. Respect means listening, accepting a no when you are given one, not taking them for granted, being honest in your dealings with them, and not criticizing often or discouraging them. It is also important that you do not try to control others, and just as important that you show respect to yourself and ask that they treat you the same or be willing to walk away.

Know when it isn’t a healthy relationship. Just because you care about someone doesn’t mean you should be in a relationship with them at this time. They should be good for you, not addicted to anything, not controlling or abusive in any way, and make you feel secure and happy. It is not possible to make a relationship work with someone who doesn’t care about you, or who abuses a substance or you, so don’t try.

Seek to be good for others and don’t tear them down. People like to be with those who make them feel good and who are good for them. Lighten up and have fun together and your relationship will grow.

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Thursday, January 8, 2009

Boy Love - Is Your Boyfriend Really In Love With You?

"Boy love is not hard to find when you're a pretty girl.
The boys come running." 

Now you have a boyfriend. You want to settle down. But does he really love you? Why should you care? 


Really, you should care. 


Why? 


Simple. Everything rises and falls on love. Love is the very essence of love relationships. 


If love is missing, the relationship is worthless. It pays you more to continue living single than to be caught up in a loveless relationship. 


But then, how do you know if your boy love . . . your boyfriend's love . . . is true love? 


No doubt, there is an avalanche of information on how to tell if your man's love is true love. 

But honestly, many of those love sites are filled with nothing but theory. 


I prefer to be realistic. 


We're talking about your future here, you know. Anything short of realistic, down-to-earth practicable and doable approach is useless. 


Enough of the grammar. 


So, how do you tell if your boy love is genuine? 


Hey, wait. 


Has he really told you he loves you? 


That is a good starting point. 


Why? 


Well, many girls think the man they're dating, their boyfriend, is in love with them without actually asking him. There have been cases when a boy tells a girl he has been going out with for months, "I didn't say I love you. I simply said I like you?" 


So the guy leaves and the girl is heart broken. 


But wait a minute. Is there any difference between 'likeness' and love? Is "I love you" the same thing as "I like you"? 


Many girls assume they mean the same thing and so stake their future with a man who tells them "I like you". 


You're making a mistake if you think they mean the same thing. 


Likeness is different from love. 


When a man likes you it means he enjoys being with you because, perhaps, you have some things in common and he likes your carriage or approach to issues. 


He likes the way you walk. He likes the way you smile. He likes the way you deal with people. He likes the fact that you're smart and intelligent. 


But does he love you? Maybe, maybe not. 

Why so? 


Well, love is a deeper feeling. Love is deeper than likeness. 


When your boyfriend loves you, he spends more time with you. He's anxious to be with you. He wants to spend his life with you. He feels guilty if he's with someone else. He's willing to sacrifice everything for you. His heart belongs to you. 


Your boy love, your boyfriend love, is for you and you alone if he wants to spend his life with you despite your weaknesses or shortcomings. 


A man who recognizes your weaknesses and decides to live with them loves you. 


Let's summarize this. 


Question: How do you know your boy love is for you? How do you know your boyfriend loves you? 


Answer: Ask him this simple question. "Do you love me?" 


Let him say it. Do not assume your boy love is for you because he has been your boyfriend for four years or more. 


Question: Why should you care that your boyfriend loves you or not? 


Answer: Because love is the very essence of having a relationship. 


Question: So how do you know your boyfriend loves you? 


Answer: Test him. Use my practical true love quiz to test if your boy love, your boyfriend love is for you or someone else. 


Boys are very good with the art of seduction and pretense. They can sweet talk you into believing anything simply to get you where they want you. So be careful. 

Do not stake your life with a man unless you're absolutely sure he's your ideal man. Be absolutely sure he loves you. Be absolutely sure this boy love is for you and you alone. 


Whether you're a pretty girl or not, boys will come looking for you. It's a natural thing. Opposites attract each other. 

However, before you commit everything you've got to your boyfriend, make sure the boy love is genuine. Make sure he truly loves you.

Girl Love - How To Win The Love of The Perfect Girl

Girl love is something all men seek. But how do you proceed when you finally find the perfect girl, the girl just right for you? 


This is where many men get stuck. 

The perfect girl for them is right before their eyes. 


But they end up losing her to a less deserving competitor because they do or say the wrong things when it matters most. 

Girls come in different shapes and sizes but they are alike in most ways. Irrespective of how tall, beautiful, educated, fluent, or muscular a girl looks, she is still just a woman. 




It doesn't even matter that she is a rich girl. A girl is still just a girl. 

Women have basic needs. A woman will fall for any man, whatever his person or stature, when he presents himself in a manner that fits her dream of the perfect man. 


This means that you can win any girl love, any time. Just do what you should do when you should do it. 


But, first, let's discuss common mistakes that cause many men to lose the woman they should otherwise have. 


Some men proceed like this. 


They see a girl they love. They are dying to win the girl love. So they start by saying . . . 


"Hi. You are the apple of my eye, the sugar in my tea, the butter in my bread." 


And on and on they rumble. 


Talking seriously, will you fall for that line if you are a woman? Are those words realistic enough to win a girl love? 


No mature woman will fall for it. It's too cheap and unrealistic. Come to think of it, how can she be the apple of your eye when you barely know her? 


Most girls won't fall for that. Besides, that approach portrays you as immature. It paints you as a playboy. Who wants a playboy as a husband? 


No woman in her right senses does. So . . . you will keep getting negative results. 


Here's another line some men use. 


They walk up to the girl and say, "Your face looks kind of familiar. Did you attend St. Mariah high school?" 


"No", the girl replies. 


Then they go on to mention several possible places they may have met the girl. The girl answers negative to all the places suggested. Of course, he has never met her before. 


Finally, he says, "I can't remember where. But I know I've seen this face before. In any case, my name is William. What's yours?" 


The goal is to get the girl's name and then get her talking. Hopefully, a relationship may emerge from the interaction. 


Some men succeed in winning a girl love with this line. However, it is an over used line. And so has lost its magic. 


I was fortunate to witness one such use of this line during my national service days. 


A young chap stopped two girls with this approach just by the gate of the female hostel in our national youth service camp. 


The girls stared at each other and then burst into laughter. The young man could not understand why the girls were laughing at him. After laughing their heart out, one of them chastised the chap. 


She said, "O boy, that is old school. Try something new". 


The young man was embarrassed. He quickly retraced his steps. 


"Actually, what I mean is that I like you and I was hoping we could spend some time together. 


"Now you're talking", the second girl responded. 


Then they burst into laughter again as they slipped through the hostel gates. The young man was not given a second chance. 


My advice is that if you want to win a girl love, do it maturely. 


Less I forget. 


Don't use a third party to attempt to win a girl love. The girl will conclude you're not manly enough. 


Let me tell you about my wife. 


When she was still single, a young man trying to win her heart decided to go through her mom. He would come regularly to the house and play with everyone. He often came with presents. 

Instead of talking directly to the girl he was interested in, now my wife, he tried to win the mother's favor. 

The game plan was this. 

If he could win the girl's mother to his side, she would help dissuade any resistance from the girl. So he bought things for her mother. To tell you the truth, my wife's mother came to be fond of him. 

Smart strategy. 




He even went a step further. 


He sent an emissary to this girl he was interested in, now my wife. Vera, the woman he sent, was a married woman who was a friend of the girl and her family. 


Vera came straight to the point. She told the girl that Patrick, the guy she was representing, was interested in her. And that she was sent to inquire if the girl was ready. Vera said Patrick was ready to marry her if she was ready. 


The girl told her an emphatic NO. 


Patrick was damn childish. No modern girl will fall for that. My wife didn't. Later she told me the very thing she didn't like about the guy was the fact that he didn't have a heart. He wasn't manly enough. 


And that's always the final verdict 90% of the time. 


Here's my advice. 


If you want to win a girl love, don't be chicken. Go straight to the point. Use my fool-proof strategy. 


Here's my state-of-the-art fool-proof strategy to win a girl love . . . the direct approach. 


What does this involve? 


Simple. Just tell the girl what you want from her. 


Now, it takes a man to do that. Few men really are able to do that when they are in love. That is the very reason why it's fool-proof. 


When you use the direct approach, you leave the girl speechless. She's like . . . finally, here's a real man! 


This is not some new theory propounded by some old professor. It's a strategy that works. I used this strategy to get my wife. And she came falling. (I hope she's not listening to this). 


Let me explain. 


I met my wife in a Christian convention. It was a two-day convention and it was the second day of the convention. My heart skipped a beat when I first sighted her. 


This is the girl love I've been searching for! 


She was tall, light-complexioned, excellently manicured and trim . . . with the looks and feel of a model. (She still is). 


I sighted her just before the morning session started so I couldn't speak to her (I hate to walk around when in God's presence). But I followed her movements until she took a seat. 


During the break period, she crossed my path. I went straight ahead with the direct approach. 


"Hi", I said breaking her movement. 


She looked at me and responded, "Hi". 


I went straight to the point. 


"My name is Samson Itoje. I and my friend will like to be your friend". (I was with a family friend when we met). 


My statement was so direct, it sounded funny. 


"I will like to be your friend too", she said smiling. Then she told me her name. 


We exchanged greetings and parted with a smile. 


Now this part is very important. 


You must not sound desperate. Just go straight to the point, establish a connection, and depart. 

At the close of the convention, I went up to her where she was sitting. I threw a joke. She laughed and the connection was cemented. 


I asked for her address since that was the last day of the convention. We exchanged addresses. Three days later she visited me with her younger sister. Two weeks later I asked her to marry me. 


Got the gist? 


The direct approach is a cool way to win a girl love. It's simple, natural, and powerful. More importantly, it is never out of fashion because it's natural. 


Good news . . . this approach always works. It is a fundamental strategy that always wins a girl love. 


Women like a man who is bold and confident. If you want to win a girl love, use maturity. Just be a friend. Talk to her. Smile when you have to. 


Hey, you're a man. What can possibly go wrong that you can't handle? 


Just be yourself. Don't say you're what you're not. Your lie will eventually be found out and she will breakup with you. 


The direct approach works no matter the caliber of girl you want to win. It doesn't matter that she is a rich girl or that she is more educated than you are. 


Take it one step at a time. 


Maneuver your way to where you can speak with her . . . one-on-one. 


Be careful what you do. 


Don't rush to buy her dinner or lunch. That will not win the girl love. She doesn't need it. She's not hungry. 


Sorry . . . she's hungry but not for food. She's hungry for a man who has heart . . . a real man. 


Girls always have guys asking them out for dinner. But have you noticed that the person they eventually marry is not the man that took them out the most? 

That's true. That girl you want to win doesn't need things from you . . . yet. 


First build a bond. Show that you are different. Show you are the man . . . the real deal. 


You will win the girl love. 


She will come running. It's the beauty of the direct approach.

Hot Girl - You Are Hot. You Are A Wild Girl. Then What?

You are a hot girl. You are a wild girl. You get all the attention. You are the hottest flavor in town. Cool. But how will it all end? What’s your future? 
Those are questions most young girls don't ask themselves. 


It's so easy to get carried away and think you will stay young forever. The fact is, you won't. Whatever you do with your life now will affect how your life will turn out . . . for good or for bad. 


Many girls in their teens live 

for now, for today. They enjoy being controversial. They do weird stuff just to get noticed. They dress weird, put on weird makeup, speak weird, and move with boys just as weird. 



A hot girl, a wild girl, gets all the attention she craves. 


On school campus she's everywhere. Boys hover around her like bees. She gets dates from every angle. Her name makes the list of every party. The boys just want a piece of her. 


Commitment means nothing to a hot girl. A wild girl cannot hold on to a relationship . . . not for long. She seeks immediate pleasures and then off she goes. She gets a new catch, stays with him for a while, then drops him for a new hot pick of the month. 


She gets all the fun. And plenty of money too. 


You may begin to envy her. 


As a girl brought up to play by the rules of morality, modesty and decency, you may find yourself wondering if your parents aren't too strict. Naturally, you may begin to feel you are missing out on fun. Why must you keep all these parental laws, you wonder? 
I can assure you that parental discipline and your parent's insistence on good morals and decent behavior is for your own good. 


A wild girl is only temporarily happy. Her fun does not last. 


To illustrate, consider this real life example. 


As a young boy my parents lived in a house where the landlord had several adult children. 

One of his daughters was especially beautiful. She was slim, pretty, light-complexioned, and slamming. Her elegant movements could stir any man's emotions. 



She was a hot girl. She was hot cake.She was admired and pursued by men of class. Her admirers showered her with gifts without number. 


She was beautiful and she knew it. 


However, she was a wild girl. She was wild and stubborn. 


She didn't listen to her parents. Her dad's words meant nothing to her. In fact, on several occasions she quarreled with her parents. Once she had a blow-for-blow fight with her father. She fought him to a stand still. 


To save himself embarrassment, the father let her be. 


Her fight wasn't only at home. She fought her boyfriends too. 


She couldn't hold on to a relationship. She received several serious offers for marriage but threw them to the wind because she wanted the freedom to do her own thing her own way. 


She passed off one lover for another. She was always after the next hottest man in town. 


She got all the attention she craved. And she loved it. 


She was a hot girl. She was a wild girl. She was enjoying life doing whatever she liked. She was having fun . . . or so it seemed. 


Some twelve years back I ran into her somewhere in town. This time she was married and had a son. I even met her husband. Not the kind of man I expected her to marry after all the fun she had with really wealthy guys. 


She was looking worn and spent. Life wasn't as much fun as it was when she was young and hot.Things have changed. Her radiant beauty was gone. Her admirers were gone. 


This is not the story of one lone girl from one obscure village. This is simply a sample of what eventually happens to a hot girl. 


A wild girl who seeks attention at the expense of decent behavior, good morals, modesty, and hard work always end up at the fringe of society. 


Go and do a check on all the wild girls you had in your school while growing up. Where are they now? 
  • Are they still hot? 
  • Are they important in society? 
  • Do they have a happy and stable marriage? 
  • Did they graduate from school? 
  • Are they drug addicts? 
  • Are they hooked on alcohol? Is that hot girl now a drunk girl? 

Wild girls ultimately hurt themselves. Time that should have been spent studying at school and acquiring skills for survival as adults is used for parties upon parties. Many such girls end up with unwanted pregnancy and cut short their schooling or career. 


Don't be fooled by the flamboyant lifestyle of a wild girl. 


A hot girl may feel cool and popular but her future is dim. She is simply digging her own grave. 


Be a decent girl. Do not envy wild girls. 


Be honest and modest. Work hard, study hard. Listen to your parents. 


In the future, you will thank your parents for giving you an enduring legacy. 


And your husband . . . your husband will love you for listening to discipline and being a decent girl who became a resourceful wife.

Ugly Woman or Pretty Woman - Whom Should You Settle Down With?

Ugly woman is simply ugly. Pretty woman is exciting and mesmerizing. She makes your day. Should you settle for an ugly woman or someone really pretty? 


That is a question that bothers a lot of people. And there is no shortage of advisers. 
However, I will tell you this. 

The success of a relationship is not dependent on the physical appearance of the parties in the relationship. What makes a relationship succeed or fail depends on the attitudes and behaviors of the participants.

Love covers a multitude of frailties and weaknesses, even ugliness.




It is true that a beautiful woman is a joy to behold. I know because I'm married to one. 


Just admiring my wife makes my day. She is tall, slim, spotless, and beautiful of form and of countenance. She is awe-inspiring and astonishing. She mesmerizes me. I was simply blown away from the very day I met her. 


My wife has a stunning smile and a likeable personality. Her charm is overwhelming. Her unique perspective and thoughtfulness compliments her beauty. 


Nevertheless, what makes my wife astounding is not her looks. It's her overall outlook on life, money, family, material things and her fear of God. She has true beauty . . . a perfect combination of beautiful skin and a beautiful heart. 


It is true . . . 
A pretty woman is appealing to the eyes. Just one look and she steals your heart away. An ugly woman, on the other hand, doesn't have outward beauty. If she is beautiful, her beauty is within. 


What matters most? Outward beauty or inner beauty? 


The truth is . . . outward beauty fades with age. Inner beauty lasts forever. 

Hence, inner beauty is of most importance. 



What constitutes inner beauty? 


Inner beauty is a body of behaviors and attitudes that make a relationship heart-warming and blissful. This includes . . . 
  • A good sense of humor 
  • Mildness of spirit 
  • Good sense of judgment 
  • Thoughtfulness 
  • Consideration 
  • Good planning and forethought 
  • Good house management skills 
  • Cheerful spirit 
  • Optimism 
  • Faith (in her husband) 
  • Trustworthiness 
  • Tenderness 
  • kindness and soothing spirit 
  • Resourcefulness 



. . . the list is endless. 


An ugly woman (and indeed any woman) who possesses these attributes turn a house into a home. Her ugliness suddenly doesn't matter. What matters is the joy and radiance she brings to the home and to your life. 


Should you settle for an ugly woman or a pretty woman? 


The choice is yours. 


But first, ask yourself. What do you really want out of the relationship? A home or a woman you can stare at all day for her beauty but who doesn't have a clue how to make you a happy man or how to manage a home? 


If you find a pretty girl who also possesses inner beauty and is well-mannered and cultured, by all means go ahead. There is no harm in marrying a pretty woman. You can actually get the best of both worlds. I got just that with my wife. 

However, do not settle down to a relationship and marriage with a woman just because she is pretty. Conversely, do not reject a sweet and lovely woman just because she is ugly woman or because she doesn't have the looks of a model. 


At the end of the day, what matters is a woman's inner beauty. True beauty comes from within. It is a woman's behavior, attitudes, and resourcefulness that determines whether the relationship will last or crash. 

Choose wisely.

Girl Kiss - Girl Kissing Is Exciting. Are You Ready?

First girl kiss is a dream for many boys. The media fuels this dream when they portray love as woman kissing man. Are you ready for your first kiss? 


There is no doubt about it. 
Kissing is an exciting experience. Even images of man kissing woman is enough to arouse sexual emotions in certain people. If pictures accomplish that, what would the real thing do?

Your guess is as good as mine.

Make no mistake about this. Your first girl kiss will challenge the way you 



feel about sex and the question of morality. 


Suppose you were raised in a Christian home with emphasis on good morals. You probably have been taught that premarital sex is against God's law and that God will judge fornicators and adulterers. Right up till now you have taken that seriously and have remained a virgin. 


Then you get really close with a friend. For some reason you find yourself in a private place. You do something commendable and he gives you a hug. No big deal. 


However, if his hugs become more regular, watch out. Why should you? 


Simple. 


Hugs graduate to super hugs . . . hugs that involve holding the other person hard against yourself. Super hug becomes long-term hug . . . hug that involve staying in each other's arms longer than is necessary. Then long-term hugs graduate into kissing and necking. 


Girl Kissing is particularly tricky. 


Once you have gone past the long-term hug stage to the kissing stage, your self-control may stop you short of kissing. You may only agree to a perk on your chick. The hug and perk combination will send a sensation up and down your spine. 
You will begin to like the feeling. Soon you will begin to yearn for it. 


The next time he tries to kiss you, you may not feel too bad about it. So you get your first girl kiss. You will discover it's a lot more amusing and exciting than you thought. 

If you are a well-brought-up kid, you may begin to feel a little uneasiness. An alarm signal may begin to sound in your head. But then you remember 



the unique sensation you experienced while kissing and you dismiss the alarm signal as excessive caution. 


You find yourself desiring more and more of it. Next time it's going to go beyond a girl kissing a boy. His hands will begin to fret you. And more and more you will begin to love it because you have never felt this way before. 


You're taking a huge risk. 


Irrespective of what the media says, irrespective of what popular magazines and movies tell you, girl kiss is not for everyone. 


In romance movies and novels, you watch or read of how a perfect prince charming fell in love with a beautiful princess. In less than fifteen minutes they are kissing passionately and making love. And they live happily ever after. 


Interesting story, right? 


Well, this is a huge distortion of reality. 


In real life, when you jump to girl kissing and thereafter jump into a bed with a man, he labels you as loose . . . a spoilt kid good enough for a one night stand. He won't tell you now. Wait until you have a quarrel then he will let his tongue loose on you. 


Forget the media hype. 


Here is relevant reality. 


When you give yourself cheaply to a man you throw away your dignity and self-respect. Eventually you throw away your virginity and your pride. 


What is virginity worth? 


Everything a well-cultured girl represents. Everything worthwhile. Everything dignified, everything honorable. 


Anxious about having your first girl kiss? Daydreaming about girl kissing? 


Stop. Wait for your time. 


If your man is so anxious for a kiss, let him commit to a relationship. Let him do what responsible men do. Let him take you to the altar and prove that he is mature for a girl kiss from you by signing above the dotted line. 


Girl Kissing comes with responsibility. 


If your man is not mature enough for those responsibilities, then he's indeed just a boy. Let him wait until he is a man. 


If a man tells you, "kiss me if you really love me", he's simply blackmailing you to submission. 

You can be absolutely sure he won't stop at just kissing you. Sooner or later he will want more. 

So . . . 


Don't throw away your dignity to cheap blackmail from any man. 

You're perfectly normal even if you've not had your first kiss at age thirty. 


So, are you ready for your first kiss? 



You're ready when you're married. Kiss only your husband. 

Your first girl kiss is on your wedding day. Anything short of that is courting trouble. It's like putting fiery coals on your dress. You will get burnt. 


Wait for the right time. Be patient.

Married Dating - Is Married Flirting For You?

Married dating has become pretty popular. Many sites promote married flirting as harmless fun. They call it discreet affair. Is married dating for you? 


That is a question you should honestly evaluate. 


Why? 

Simply put, extramarital dating can ruin what you already have. It can jeopardize your cherished love relationship with your mate. It can destroy life as you know it today. 


Isn't this just some exaggeration to stop you from having the fun of your life? 


Perhaps it is. Perhaps it's not. 


Well, there are two sides to the story. 




First, promoters of married flirting tell you that married dating is a cool way to relieve stress. Why see the same face and hear the same voice all the time, they ask? Why not get some fresh air for a change? 


Some people compare commitment to one partner as being stuck with one type of food for life. Why eat just rice all your life when there are varieties of food to make your soul rejoice? 


They compare your wife to rice - a boring plate of rice eaten over and over again. And they say the other women outside to whom you're not married are the icing on a tantalizing cake. 


One site offering married dating service says its married flirting service is for curious people having fun. Another site promises to make you, the married man, a flirting expert so you can seduce the opposite sex and be appreciated. 


Sounds promising, right? 


On the other hand, I say you're on the path to self-destruction when you engage in married flirting. 


Am I not being over-righteous? Is this not some old-fashion preaching? 


I assure you it's not. 


Think about it. Is married dating really worth the trouble? 


Let's get realistic. You know something is worth doing if the advantages outweigh the risks, right? 


Well, then, let's take a critical look at the advantages of married dating and then compare this with the disadvantages. That way you can make an informed decision as to the worth of married flirting. 


Extramarital dating . . . 
Connects you to new people 
Has potential to expand your horizon 
Gives you a feeling of freedom . . . the kind of freedom bachelors enjoy 



You may call the above advantages. 


Now for the disadvantages. 

Extramarital dating starts as an innocent affair but can quickly degenerate into sexual encounter 
The women you meet during extramarital dating are not seeking to add value to your life. They want a relationship even though they know you're married. That tells you they're of low moral character 


Any promise of expanding your horizon is self deceit as a woman who can date a married man more often than not lacks commitment to a relationship 
Your spouse will not take your extramarital affair as a legitimate means of having fun. You desire unalloyed commitment from your mate. And so does your mate. 
Married dating will destroy your marriage 
Any fun you may have during your extramarital encounters will quickly turn in sorrow as you watch your mate leave for a more truth worthy partner 

Your partner's departure may leave a wound difficult to heal 



So, is married dating for you? Will it make you a happier man? Will it enrich your marriage? 


Obviously, all of the questions above have just one answer. A bold NO. 


Irrespective of what promoters of married dating say, married flirting is unproductive. It is destructive. 


Married dating will destroy your marriage. 


There is no such thing as discreet affair. An affair is an affair. And when your mate finds out, she will never be able to trust you again. It may or may not result in divorce. But the pain will not go away for a long long time. 


If for any reason you doubt what I say, ask history. 


History will tell you that you're playing with fire when you toil with married flirting. 


If you love your mate, you will stay with her. Be committed to her and her alone. Do not look outside at another woman. Do not be fooled by propaganda of miscreants promising you unbridled fun. 


When you have extramarital affair, your partner will eventually find out. Nothing stays hidden forever. Even before she finds out, you will be caught in a web of guilt that will mar your happiness. 


I watched on TV as three men who had each cheated on their wives narrated how they each fell for the smooth talk of women they felt appreciated them more than their wives did. As they narrated their experience, tears rolled down their eyes. 




They were crying on national TV! 


That's what married dating will do to you. 


Married dating will embarrass you and make you an object of ridicule. And worst of all, you will lose that which you cherish most . . . your wife. 


Stick with your partner. 


Married flirting is deadly. Don't even think of it.