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Giving Up the Unnecessary Expectations »

We often decide that people aren't worth our time too quickly because we have a picture of what we want in our lives, but life changes all the time and what you want today might not be what you want tomorrow. It's not easy to set aside the stubborn mentality, but in the dating world it's sometimes necessary because you... (Read more)

Posted on: October 4, 2012 @ 11:41 am

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And the Answer is… To Give Up! »

It's been a blissful first six months, so here's the answer folks: give up! I know, it sounds pessimistic, but listen, there's more... How many people have you known that tell you that it was when they gave up they finally found 'The One'?... (Read more)

Posted on: August 6, 2012 @ 10:27 am

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Meeting the Family »

There are different points in every relationship where one person or the other will decide that they are ready for their family to be introduced to their loved... (Read more)

Posted on: May 15, 2012 @ 3:19 pm

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Don’t see romantic potential… but is it ‘ok’ to continue as friends? »

I met a guy last year online. While we seemed to have little in common, he expressed interest and I responded. After communicating via email and phone for a couple weeks, we met in-person. While meeting didn't change my initial impression regarding having little in common, it was an enjoyable evening and I did feel... (Read more)

Posted on: March 20, 2012 @ 3:26 pm

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The Story of George: Part Deux »

You know that feeling you get when things are going your way? The one where the sun shines just a little brighter, water tastes a little sweeter? In the last few weeks I haven't had a day where that hasn't been the... (Read more)

Posted on: February 15, 2012 @ 3:23 pm

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The Story of George »

It didn't take me long to notice the blond haired, blue eyed dart chucking champion on the other team. He had the kind of boyish grin that made me feel 15 again. What's more is, it didn't take him long to notice me either. The banter began in an effortless two-step of wit and... (Read more)

Posted on: January 23, 2012 @ 5:17 pm

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Dating – A Taboo Topic »

I'm not your typical Indian. I say that because I find myself constantly at odds with the rich cultural heritage of my parents. Nonetheless I was born in an Indian household with Indian traditions, and they've stuck. Dating is one of those things that we, as Indian children born in America, have always considered a taboo topic. The times are... (Read more)

Posted on: December 26, 2011 @ 9:00 pm

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Is Dating Past Relevant? »

I have been dating a great guy whom I care about for the past couple of months, and I think it has potential. I don't know how many relationships he's had in the past, and even though it won't affect how I feel about him, I would like to have at least a ballpark figure. I want to know if... (Read more)

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