Welcome to the February 1, 2012 edition of the Carnival of Online Dating! This is the twenty-second edition of the blog carnival, and we really appreciate those who have submitted their links for inclusion. Spread the word: The next Carnival of Online Dating will be February 15, 2012, so make sure to get your submissions in by 8:59pm PST/11:59pm EST Tuesday February 14.
Dating Tips & Advice
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Fights Every Young Couple Has posted at Best Dating Sites, saying, “If you are married you will totally get a kick out of remembering all the silly little fights you had as a newlywed and if you are a newlywed maybe these will be food for thought.”
- Craig presents Film Reveals The Gay Lives of the Star Wars Storm Troopers posted at GayNetwork Buzz, saying, “Film Reveals The Gay Lives of the Star Wars Storm Troopers. Find out more on Gay Network. It is not your usual dating subscription service, there are no monthly contracts or hidden charges. Gay dating is for free.”
- Spacetraveller presents MGTOW – good or bad for women? posted at The Sanctuary.
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Dances You Should Only Attempt if You Are a Pro posted at Top Dating Sites, saying, “With the show ‘Dancing with the Stars’ becoming more and more popular as well as others like ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ and ‘America’s Best Dance Crew’ it is no wonder that people are getting back into dancing. Is it safe to try all dances or are those that should be left to the professionals?”
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Ways to Find Out If Your Love Wants Kids posted at Top Dating Sites, saying, “Even the happiest couples can run into a serious roadblock when one person wants children and the other doesn’t, but broaching the subject can be sticky. Opening the discussion too soon can make your partner feel like they’re being rushed into very serious commitments, but avoiding the topic for too long can lead to disappointment.”
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Love Lessons Learned from the Movie Love Guru posted at Best Dating Sites, saying, “Who says Hollywood doesn’t make socially redeeming movies anymore? Just take a look at Love Guru, the Mike Myers film. It’s loaded with romantic advice. In fact, we’ll list 10 love lessons you can learn from the movie Love Guru.”
- Fitz presents Personalise Your Online Dating First Message posted at The London School of Attraction.
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Love Lessons Learned from Austin Powers posted at Best Dating Sites, saying, “The gross-out comedy trilogy of Austin Powers films may not seem, on the surface, like a source of wisdom. Reading between the lines, there are several lessons on dating and relationships that can be gleaned from the raunchy humor; here are ten of the things that Austin Powers can teach us about love.”
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Reasons People Forget They are in Love posted at Top Dating Sites, saying, “Love is not breathlessness, it is not excitement, it is not the promulgation of promises of eternal passion. That is just being “in love” which any of us can convince ourselves we are. Love itself is what is left over when being in love has burned away, and this is both an art and a fortunate accident.”
- Fitz presents Great Questions for Your Online Dating First Message posted at The London School of Attraction.
- Spacetraveller presents Know Thy Man posted at The Sanctuary.
- Graham Stoney presents Music To Help You Feel Confident posted at The Confident Man Project, saying, “Music is a great way to change your emotional state so that you feel happier and more confident before a date.”
- Kirk L. presents Top 10 Ways To Meet People Online posted at Online Dating Advice, Online Dating Tips, Online Dating Statistics and How to get girls., saying, “Top 10 ways to meet people online. Practical advice for opening yourself up to new positive experiences while online dating.”
- Katie Sorene presents How to Date a Brazilian posted at Travel Blog – Tripbase, saying, “If you’re heading to Brazil and hoping for romance these dating tips will come in handy. Learn how to score a date and the cultural faux pas to avoid when dating a Brazilian.”
- Britt presents dating & texting: 3 signs he doesn?t want in posted at Cool Sh*t by Britt, saying, “for every woman who has ever played an unintentional texting game with a guy”
- Ditzy Dater presents Dating Tips for Women – Cruise Control! posted at Smart Dating UK Blog.
- Chelsea Prescotti presents Top 10 Tips to Protect Your Privacy Online posted at CreditScore.net, saying, “We lock our doors and close our curtains in order to protect our privacy. Unfortunately, however, when we sit down at the computer, we often expose ourselves to those who want to invade our privacy. Our activities online are easily monitored at work and at home, and if we are not careful, we can give away our credit card numbers, identities and much more to the undesirable elements of society when we surf the Internet. Yet protecting our privacy online is not that difficult, especially when we follow these ten easy steps:”
Date Ideas
Be sure to tune in every 1st and 3rd Wednesdays for more! The next Carnival of Online Dating will be February 15th, 2012, so make sure to get your submissions in by 8:59pm PST/11:59pm EST Tuesday February 14th!
That concludes this edition. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.
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by Kristin Marshall on January 23, 2012
It’s not enough that dating can be a stressful experience, it can get expensive too! Extra cash can be tough to come across, and the economy is looking a bit shabby, but here are 3 ways you can reduce the cost of dating.
1. Splitsies
Splitting the cost of your date isn’t a new idea. Going Dutch can really help to reduce dating costs, and remove some of the pressure on you and your date — especially early on in the relationship. These days, there’s nothing wrong with the modern gal paying her own way, and being frugal is definitely on the rise.
2. Groupon/LivingSocial/Google Offers
The rise of social couponing sites like Groupon, LivingSocial, Google Offers and others have been a boon to those trying to save coin. Take advantage of these sites by incorporating their deals into your dating life! These sites offer deals on restaurants, getaways, attractions, food, and more. See something unusual on Groupon you wouldn’t usually do alone? Grab that deal and experience it with your date next time. You’ll find savings of anywhere from 10% to 75% and more off. Groupon has even introduced Groupon Goods, where you can find deals on interesting items — perfect for saving on your date’s birthday gift.
3. Off-peak
Just like flying on off-peak days/seasons can be advantageous for travelers, dating on off-peak days can help to reduce your dating costs, too. Most people go out for a night on the town on Friday or Saturday, but if your schedule allows, hang out on off-peak days. Movie theaters, theme parks, museums, and many other venues offer savings during their off-peak times. For example, a local movie theater here offers $5 movie and popcorn nights every Tuesday. All new movies too! Check out your local businesses for off-peak — or even off-hour — deals like this, and you’ll end up saving a ton. Not to mention, you’ll probably have the place to yourself.
Welcome to the January 04, 2012 edition of the Carnival of Online Dating! This is the twentieth edition of the blog carnival, and we really appreciate those who have submitted their links for inclusion. Spread the word: The next Carnival of Online Dating will be January 18, 2012, so make sure to get your submissions in by 8:59pm PST/11:59pm EST Tuesday January 18th.
Dating Tips & Advice
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Reasons NOT to Re-ignite an Old Flame posted at Top Dating Sites.
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Things a Kiss Giggle Could Mean posted at Best Dating Sites.
- Lisa Hood presents 10 Weird But True Facts About Kissing posted at ZenCollegeLife, saying, “Kissing is an integral part of our courting rituals, holiday celebrations, and romantic comedies.”
- W Wilcox presents Pointers in Choosing Your Online Dating Site for Free posted at Single Online Dating, saying, “Choosing your online dating site for free can be an easy task by following certain pointers.”
- Jill Thompson presents Online Daters Beware: The Fake Dating Profile posted at Best Free Dating Sites, saying, “You may come across a faux dating profile for a number of reasons. For the most part, these “people” who create fake singles do it to solicit business, money, or just for the mere, twisted sake of hurting others.”
- Maria Clark presents 10 Signs to Look For to Know If the Man Who is Hitting On You Is Married posted at Adult Dating Sites, saying, “Make sure his story adds up. There’s nothing wrong with getting to know someone slowly and not revealing too much of yourself too soon, but if the guy says one thing online and then another over the phone, watch out.”
- Hooker presents Mistakes Women Make | What Men Want posted at Humans are Stoopid.
- Essence Revealed presents What REALLY Attracts You To Someone? posted at Essence Revealed, saying, “This article is a catalyst to get people thinking beyond the superficial elements of attraction.”
- Sandra Campbell presents Catholic Dating: Your Most Frequently Asked Questions, Answered posted at Catholic Dating Sites, saying, “Most Christians believe that God has a plan; the frustrating part is that we don’t know what that plan is. The one thing we do know is that He wants each of us to find our soul mate. But you can’t just leave the process in the hands of God.”
- Hooker presents Mistakes Women Make | If He Really Loved You posted at Humans are Stoopid.
- W Wilcox presents Pros and Cons of Online Free Dating Websites posted at Single Online Dating, saying, “Online free dating websites have pros and cons that you should know of if you want to use their services successfully.”
Be sure to tune in every 1st and 3rd Wednesdays for more! The next Carnival of Online Dating will be January 18th, 2012, so make sure to get your submissions in by 8:59pm PST/11:59pm EST Tuesday January 17th!
That concludes this edition. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.
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by Kristin Marshall on December 21, 2011
Welcome to the December 21, 2011 edition of the Carnival of Online Dating! This is the nineteenth edition of the blog carnival, and we really appreciate those who have submitted their links for inclusion. Spread the word: The next Carnival of Online Dating will be January 4, 2012, so make sure to get your submissions in by 8:59pm PST/11:59pm EST Tuesday January 3rd.
Date Ideas
Dating Tips & Advice
- Jill Thompson presents 4 Online Dating Safety Tips for Women posted at Best Free Dating Sites, saying, “If you’re a woman who has decided to try out the internet in the hopes of finding a potential match, it can provide you a great platform for doing so. Unfortunately though, there are some dangers that come along with using this method of dating.”
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Love Lessons from Harlequin Romances posted at Top Dating Sites.
- Darren Marks presents Dating by Body Type? posted at Top Dating Sites.
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Classic Ways to Tell Someone They are Beautiful posted at Best Dating Sites, saying, “Admiring someone from afar is easy; telling them that you find them beautiful can be incredibly difficult.”
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Reasons the People We Love Drive us Crazy posted at Top Dating Sites, saying, “Have you ever wondered why you can have more patience with someone else’s kid than your own? Why is it easier to laugh at a friend’s joke than your spouses’ even if you’ve heard both before? We have different criteria with how we act with our friends and strangers than we do with the people that we love.”
- Fitz presents Tips for a Date with a Girl You Met Online posted at The London School of Attraction, saying, “So you have finally got the date. This article will give some some tips on making sure it goes well.”
- Hooker presents Mistakes Women Make posted at Humans are Stoopid.
- Sandra Campbell presents 6 First Date Safety Rules for Women posted at Catholic Dating Sites, saying, “The internet can be one of the best platforms for finding a man who shares the same Catholic faith, ideals, and love for God as you do. Sadly though, the internet can also be a breeding ground for dangerous people who use online dating services for the wrong reasons.”
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Signs You are in Love with Your Enemy posted at Best Dating Sites, saying, “Anger and love are both such passionate emotions; it’s easy to find yourself in the surprising predicament of falling in love with the person you once thought you hated.”
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Love Lessons from Bruce Springsteen posted at Top Dating Sites, saying, “When it comes to the ups and downs of love, The Boss has shared some valuable lessons with us over the years.”
- Deborah Brown presents Online Dating for Senior Citizens: What You Need to Protect posted at Best Senior Dating Sites, saying, “If you’re 50 or older and you’ve found yourself back on the dating scene, it can be an intimidating place that is much different from what you last remember. For seniors in today’s world, finding a meaningful relationship again now revolves around the internet.”
- Maria Clark presents Online Dating Smarts: 10 Warning Signs of Emotional Predators and Con Artists posted at Adult Dating Sites, saying, “Unless you are 100% completely confident that your internet friend is trustworthy, do not give them any of your personal information.”
- Fitz presents Online Dating: What To Do If… Part 1/2 posted at The London School of Attraction, saying, “Part One of an article from Milton about how to deal with difficult online dating situations.”
- Fitz presents Online Dating: What To Do If… Part 2/2 posted at The London School of Attraction, saying, “Part Two of an article from Milton about how to deal with difficult online dating situations.”
- Charles Chua C K presents F.R.I.E.N.D.S. for True Relationships posted at All About Living with Life.
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Definitions of Taking it Slow posted at Best Dating Sites, saying, “What does it mean to, “Take it slow”? When you are in a new relationship you might be tempted to go to the next level, but what if your significant other wants to slow things down? What does that mean? Does it mean the same thing to everyone?”
- Donna Cullen presents 7 Romantic Wishing Wells from Around the World posted at Top Dating Sites, saying, “Most coins thrown into a wishing well or fountain are tokens of the desire for love, so it’s no wonder that some of the world’s most famous are also the most romantic.”
- Sam Rogers presents How to improve your social skills posted at Personal Hack, saying, “Social skills are the basic skills that one must possess in order to communicate well with others. Many resources are available that might be employed to improve on your social skills. It?s really possible to develop your social skills and it?s very simple.”
- Fitz presents Fix Your Your Online Dating Profile posted at The London School of Attraction, saying, “This article shows you how to make sure you have an great online dating profile.”
- Matt Savage presents Plenty of Fish Inbox Email Success Rates for Men posted at Plenty of Fish Dating Tips.
- Persha presents Letting Go After Being Dumped Heartfelt Advice From Someone Who has Been There posted at Dumped Days, saying, “Love can be bittersweet. When it comes into our lives it can be the most magical thing – or can cause the most painful agony, for a myriad of reasons.”
Sex and Seduction
Be sure to tune in every 1st and 3rd Wednesdays for more! The next Carnival of Online Dating will be January 4th, 2012, so make sure to get your submissions in by 8:59pm PST/11:59pm EST Tuesday January 3rd!
That concludes this edition. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.
Welcome to the December 7, 2011 edition of the Carnival of Online Dating! This is the eighteenth edition of the blog carnival, and we really appreciate those who have submitted their links for inclusion. Spread the word: The next Carnival of Online Dating will be December 21, 2011, so make sure to get your submissions in by 8:59pm PST/11:59pm EST Tuesday December 20th.
Date Ideas
Dating Tips & Advice
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Reasons I Am About to Kiss You posted at Top Dating Sites, saying, “When you’re out on a date, occasionally, you’ll get one of those unexpected kisses that takes you by surprise. Those kisses can come about for all kinds of reasons, depending on the circumstances.”
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Tricks to Deal With Missing Your Man posted at Best Dating Sites, saying, “It’s no secret that maintaining a long-distance relationship requires a huge amount of work and dedication. Whether it’s the result of deployment, relocation or an online romance, being separated from one another can be the most difficult things a couple ever goes through.”
- Dorothy presents Tips for Introducing your New Boyfriend posted at Gay Dating Sites, saying, “No matter who you are or what your sexual preference may be, introducing a new relationship to your parents is a big deal and can be very scary for both you and your partner.”
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Awkward Situations for Ex-Lovers posted at Top Dating Sites.
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Text Messages Every Woman Loves to Get posted at Best Dating Sites.
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Types of Hugs and What They Mean When Dating posted at Top Dating Sites.
- Linda Rodriguez presents I’ve Been Scammed…Now What? posted at Christian Dating Sites, saying, “Like many people in today’s world, you took to the internet with sincere hopes of finding love and a meaningful relationship on an online dating site.”
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Reasons to Run a Background Check on Your Date posted at Top Dating Sites.
- Sandra Adams presents 7 Clues for Spotting Married Men on Dating Sites posted at 100 Best Dating Sites, saying, “There is the possibility of meeting some that aren’t so great…some who are signed up to online dating services claiming a status of “single” when in fact they are married and one cheat away from an episode of Jerry Springer.”
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Reasons People Are Afraid of Online Dating posted at Best Dating Sites.
- Donna Cullen presents The 5 Love Languages Defined posted at Top Dating Sites.
- mac presents MLHQ: Episode #27 – “College Mackin” posted at MLHQ
- Nabil Gulamani presents 3 Reasons Why Men Fail To Connect With Women Online posted at MonkeyDates, saying, “MonkeyDates is a blog aimed at providing men with online dating advice so that they can have a lot fun with online dating and attract the women they want.”
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Signs Your Wife Just Doesn’t Care Anymore posted at Top Dating Sites.
- Jennifer Hill presents 5 Tips to Maximize your Matches on a Dating Site posted at Best Black Dating Sites, saying, “Are you just getting your feet wet in the huge pond of online dating? Do you find it a bit overwhelming and not know where to start? Well, if you plan on just relating a profile, kicking back and waiting for your inbox to fill up with cyber-admirers…you may be waiting a while.”
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Most Embarrassing Places to be Kissed posted at Best Dating Sites.
- Sandra Adams presents Are you the Victim of a Romance Scam? posted at 100 Best Dating Sites, saying, “Dating today can be very stressful. Not only do you have to watch out for your heart, your sanity, and that guy with the weird fetish, but with the advancement in popularity of online dating sites comes a new fear to add to the mix: having to worry about scammers trying to empty your wallet.”
- Her Favorite Juice presents #TGIF: The 4 Sure Signs of Confidence Women Look for in a Man posted at Her Favorite Juice.
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Text Messages Every Man Loves to Get posted at Best Dating Sites.
- Deborah Brown presents 5 Helpful Hints posted at Best Senior Dating Sites, saying, “With the internet being so prevalent in today’s society, it comes as no surprise that technology has given us the ability to search for relationships online.”
- Maria Clark presents Tips for Making an Online Dating Video posted at Adult Dating Sites
- Sandra Adams presents 10 Ways to Make Long Distance Dating Work posted at 100 Best Dating Sites, saying, “There are many different reasons why a couple may find themselves in a long distance relationship. Whatever the cause may be, you find yourself too many miles away from a person you have become very fond of.”
- Chris Dyer presents Dating Tips For Women Online posted at Dating & Pen Pals Talk.
- Dorothy presents Free vs. Paid Dating Sites posted at Gay Dating Sites, saying, “If you’re looking for a relationship and the gay bar scene has provided you with some less than desirable candidates, maybe you’ve toyed with the idea of searching for a match online.”
- mac presents MLHQ: Episode #5 – “Mackin To White Women” posted at MLHQ
- Graham Stoney presents 100 Ways To Meet Women posted at The Confident Man Project, saying, “There are women out there all over the place. Why do so many guys have trouble meeting them? After all, there are at least 100 ways to meet women. Some of them even involve nudity.”
- Matt Savage presents How an Online Dating Video Can Set You Apart posted at Online Dating Paradox.
Personal Anecdotes
Sex and Seduction
Be sure to tune in every 1st and 3rd Wednesdays for more! The next Carnival of Online Dating will be December 21st, 2011, so make sure to get your submissions in by 8:59pm PST/11:59pm EST Tuesday December 20th!
That concludes this edition. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.
First dates are a time for first impressions and just as the old expression goes, you can’t make a first impression the second time around. These 10 simple things you should never do on a first date, will help you make a better first impression… and you’ll have a better chance of landing a second date.
Smelling Bad: Smelling like a sewer is the best way to get yourself ditched in the middle of a date. No one cares if you just ran a marathon before you picked up your date. Shower with good smelling soap and wear deodorant. Don’t cover yourself in cologne or perfume because what smells good to you might not smell good to them.
Being Cocky: No one wants to be around someone who is cocky or full of themselves, if you are that full of yourself how can you have room for someone else in your life?
Horrible Breath: For heaven’s sake please take the time to brush, floss, use mouthwash and pick up a pack of gum before your date. No one wants to talk to someone with bad breath, and with bad breath you can surely forget that first kiss!
Lighting Up: If your date doesn’t smoke, don’t force them to deal with your habit. Stay away from smoking areas and do not light up in the car.
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Welcome to the October 5, 2011 edition of the Carnival of Online Dating! This is the fourteenth edition of the blog carnival, and we really appreciate those who have submitted their links for inclusion. Spread the word: The next Carnival of Online Dating will be October 19, 2011, so make sure to get your submissions in by 8:59pm PST/11:59pm EST Tuesday October 18th.
Date Ideas
- Donna Cullen presents 10 Fun Restaurants to Try on a Date posted at Top Dating Sites, saying, “Dating should be fun. The problem for many couples, whether it’s picking a place to go on your first date or your twelfth, is finding a place that will entertain and engage you. Here is a list of some of best date restaurants across the country.”
Dating Tips & Advice
- vinman presents How to Get Your Boyfriend Back Without Losing Your Self-Esteem posted at Online Dating Services and Dating Tips, saying, “It is understandable that you are unable to forget the memorable times you were with your dating partner. Getting back your ex is important, but do not do it losing your self respect.”
- Mary Edwards presents What Not to Wear on Your First Date posted at Best Dating Sites, saying, “There are no fashion police these days (except Stacey and Clinton from What Not to Wear). People do tend to wear whatever they like: Skinny jeans, flared jeans, long skirts, short skirts, plaid and paisley. And what would be totally acceptable in one group, might not be in another. So bear that in mind as you look at this list. There may be some groups of people and certain first date circumstances, that these rules would not apply to. They are general in nature. Ultimately, it is up to you.”
- Kisses B presents Fellas, she’s just not that into if… posted at I Want My Kisses Back.
- vinman presents Online Dating Mistakes Men Should Avoid posted at Online Dating Services and Dating Tips, saying, “Are you upset with repeated dating failures? Learn the mistakes you should avoid to make the best impression.”
- Mary Edwards presents 10 Reasons No Girl Is Good Enough for Mamma’s Boy posted at Best Dating Sites, saying, “Some mothers have a hard time letting go. When it comes to their sons, especially if they only have one, they can get a little possessive. They may have a hard time thinking that there is someone out there suitable for their perfect angel. Listed below are ten reasons no girl is good enough for mamma’s boy.”
- Kisses B presents Courtship is dying… No, Maybe It’s Dead posted at I Want My Kisses Back.
Personal Anecdotes
Be sure to tune in every 1st and 3rd Wednesdays for more! The next Carnival of Online Dating will be October 19th, 2011, so make sure to get your submissions in by 8:59pm PST/11:59pm EST Tuesday October 18th!
That concludes this edition. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.
