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Romantic Gifts For Her

by Ron Zvagelsky

Whether for birthdays, Valentine’s Day, or anniversaries women love receiving romantic gifts. Unfortunately, many men often struggle with purchasing romantic gifts and may find that they would like a little help when it comes to choosing the best gift for the woman he loves.

A great way to find creative ideas for romantic gifts is to base the present on something special that you and your partner share. For instance, think back to how you first met, where you went on your first date, where you shared your first kiss, etc. If you saw a movie together, or spent your first date at the zoo, then bring these themes into your gift and your will have created a unique and romantic gift. Here are some other ideas for romantic gifts that all women love and enjoy:

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When Paying For Your Date Turns Ugly

by Ron Zvagelsky

I have always been one of those guys who pays for everything…it makes me happy when I can take a girl out and show her a good time. Over the years, the majority of girls that I have dated appreciated everything I did, while a few couldn’t care less. It has never really been about the money though, I really do have a lot to offer in a relationship and I never wanted to be remembered for only taking a girl out and spending money on her. Nevertheless, it’s still nice when someone appreciates the things you do and shows it once in a while.

For instance, I never let my girlfriend pay unless she really insists on it. And when I say insist, I mean she literally jumps in front of me at the register and shoves her credit card at the cashier. You know, I really admire her for doing that. She knows that money is a little tight these days and she genuinely wants to help out. At the same time, I can’t help but remember another girl that I dated while I was in College.

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Date Movie: "Back To The Future"

by Ron Zvagelsky

Back to the FutureBack to the Future (COMEDY - 1985 - Michael J. Fox): Marty McFly (Fox), a quintessential teenager of the Eighties, accidentally travels back in time to the 1950’s in a plutonium-powered DeLorean conceived by Dr Emmet Brown, the eccentric town scientist played by Christopher Lloyd. But things are never that simple.

When Marty inadvertently interferes with events that could erase his existence (think Mom and Pop), it’s up to him to set things straight and get back to the future.

Although people can have varying tastes when it comes to the movies they enjoy, this one really is for everyone. In fact, I don’t think I have ever met a person in my life that did not enjoy “Back to the Future” after watching it. Did you notice how I said “after watching it”?

It’s actually a really funny story. I once dated a girl (she’ll remain nameless) who refused to watch any movies that were made before the year 2000. I came over her house one evening with the film and tried to convince her to give it shot. Do you remember those crazy people (sorry for the non-PC term) that mom always told you to stay away from...? Well this was one of them. She took the entire “Back to the Future” Trilogy (unfortunately for me, I brought the entire box set) and in a crazy rage, threw it at my head. Needless to say, I went home after that with a bump on my forehead. I would have thrown it back at her head but I didn’t want to damage the set. I don’t really remember the point I was trying to make, it just seemed like an interesting story to share.

Enjoy the movie and let me know what you think.

Great Romantic Text Messages

by Ron Zvagelsky

In today’s world, people have the luxury of using the advancements of technology to further their dating and relationship needs. Whether it is meeting someone through an online dating website, or communicating via email, the Internet and other forms of technology enable people to correspond in a number of different ways. One of the newest and simplest forms of modern communication is text messaging. For those who may be unfamiliar with text messaging, let me define the process so that you will have a clear understanding exactly what text messaging is and how it works.

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Creative Ways to Say, "I’m Sorry"

by Ron Zvagelsky

Every relationship will have its ups and downs, its good times as well as bad times. Learning how to say I’m sorry can ensure that your relationship makes it through the tough and difficult times. Learning how to say, "I’m sorry" is a skill that surprisingly not everyone has learned. The failure to learn how to recognize when you are at fault in a relationship and refusing to accept your mistakes may mean the end of your partnership. Though it may be hard for some to say they are sorry, learning how to own up to their mistakes and taking responsibility for their share of arguments is crucial if you want to remain in your relationship and grow as a couple.

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The Art of Kissing

by Ron Zvagelsky

Kissing is one of the most important aspects of love making, and is often the first act that is practiced and developed. Yet, have you ever stopped to think about what constitutes the art of kissing? There are a number of different styles of kissing, ranging from the formal greeting, the family peck on the cheek, and the intimately passionate French Kiss. Though the other forms don’t require any practice or special attention, if you want to be a good lover, you will need to develop your own style for kissing.

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Speed Dating

by Ron Zvagelsky

Founded by a Jewish Rabbi, Yaacov Deyo of Aish Ha Torah, Speed Dating has become an increasingly popular way to meet new singles. The concept was founded by Rabbi Deyo to help Jewish singles meet other singles of like faith in response to too many Jewish singles marrying outside of their faith. The intention was that the couples would meet each other and make an instant connection that would ultimately lead to marriage. The plan worked and Speed Dating was born. In fact, it was so successful that SpeedDating is a registered trademark associated with Aish Ha Torah. However, Speed Dating was not to stay only within Jewish circles. Once word of this fabulous dating encounter spread, Speed Dating events began appearing across the globe.

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How To Write The Perfect Love Letter

by Ron Zvagelsky

Writing the perfect love letter is a great way to add romance to any relationship. However, if you don’t trust your writing skills or find that every time you set down with ink and paper you are at a loss for words, that doesn’t mean you can’t write a beautiful and eloquent love letter. Help is just a moment away and with a few steps you can create beautiful love letters that will truly express your heartfelt emotions.

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How To Handle Your Ex

by Ron Zvagelsky

When one relationship ends and another begins, someone is usually left with feelings of anger, regret, or pain. Depending upon the nature of the relationship, sometimes issues may continue to arise when one person deals with their ex. Whether it is a divorce or a parting of ways among a couple that was dating, knowing how to handle and deal with your ex can have an impact on your future relationships. Some people are fortunate in the sense that when their relationship ends they are able to move forward without ever having to interact with their ex again. However, if there are children in the relationship, or if you share common friends, you might find that dealing with your ex is something that you will have to learn to live with.

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A Day At Venice Beach

by Ron Zvagelsky

This weekend Liz and I decided to take advantage of the great weather and we headed out to Venice Beach. We had dinner plans for a double date at 7:00pm so we arrived a few hours early to hang out for a bit.

Parking in Venice is no picnic and you’ll be really lucky to find an available space along the street. You should read the signs carefully because you don’t want to get a ticket, or worse, have your car towed away. We couldn’t find any street parking so we parked at the lot on Rose Ave and Speedway for $4. Interestingly enough, there was a parking lot a few blocks south that was charging $14.

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