Date Rules For The Road

Date Rules 

For The Road

by Jan Pitts

After a lengthy debate about dating etiquette with a friend whose brain excels in books, and vanishes at the sight of a handsome male when it comes to dating, I decided to compile a list of common sense “rules” for men and women. It is designed to take some of the anguish out of dating and make a favorable, indelible mark in the minds of all they encounter.

• You must know what you want! Don’t settle for less. Never trade your mate preference for an expensive meal or sought-after ticket.
• Don’t adapt to his/her game plan if it doesn’t fit your style. Have your own plan, with your own set of rules.
• Look closely with piercing scrutiny for the qualities you want. Don’t be blinded by looks, words, or appearances.\
• Search for his/her capacity to be your friend. This trait is important because ultimately the best romantic relationship is with your friend.\
• Don’t accept handouts for attention or affection.  Learn to negotiate for your needs and wants.  Don’t be too quick to accept whatever is offered for a little companionship.
• .Don’t react to everything that is not to your liking unless it crosses your line of preferences.Observe his/her friends carefully. Like minds usually band together.
• Don’t invent a life or fake your credentials. You are who you are…one of a kind.  Be proud of it.
• Don’t go against what’s comfortable for you, to do something you don’t want to do. Never stretch yourself to impress or gain approval.  It usually produces the reverse effect.
• If he/she is a wolf, and you want a dove, don’t try to make them a dove.  Leave him/her be and hold out for what you want.
• If your dad doesn’t like him, tear up the number.  Men can usually see through other men.  If your mother doesn’t like her…run.  Women can always see through other women.
• If your dog doesn’t like your date…be on the lookout for character flaws
• Be sure to listen well and pay close attention.  Don’t spend time selling yourself.  The person will either like you for who you are or they won’t.