Not another relationship advice post.

It's been a while, and I apologise for the silence. Honestly, my idea well ran dry for a little bit. But here I am again, ready to wow anybody, somebody with my senseless ramblings. Today's topic is a little contentious. I hate it when people think they have the right to give anyone relationship advice. What makes you the sage of all things committed and smushy? So I'm going to try and give you a few pearls of wisdom from the sometimes questionable, often lonely and recently delightful relationship experiences I've had. The difference between what I'm offering and what some other people might is that I'm laying it on the table, not shoving it down your throat. Enjoy!

1: These things tend to happen naturally. Do not even begin to try to force it. When you do, you'll often find the male backing up to the nearest available exit, sweating, panting, pure fear emanating from his eyes. You'll only push him away. If, after a week or two, he hasn't asked you out and you're not looking for a fling, just let him know that you're not for hire. He doesn't have to put a ring on it, but a show of commitment (like the label, 'girlfriend', for example) may be nice. IF that's what you want. These days, the correct etiquette would be to change your relationship status on Facebook. But yeah, in the real world, that's not so important.

He completes me. Serious. 

2: Do things together. Sitting at home, cuddling, watching movies and spending all day in bed. Those are some of the ways I enjoy spending time with my boyfriend. But in order to keep the flame burning or whatever, it's important to do some other, more exciting activities together. My besties (a couple) have taken up the same hobby- learning how to play the guitar. Watching them struggle with chords, buy musical paraphernalia together and encourage each other through the blisters has shown me that a mutual hobby is a fun and healthy way to bond (other than spending all day in the sack. Sleeping. Of course.)

3: Make out. Yes, sex is awesome, wonderful, incredible, all the above. But making out has not been given the kudos it deserves. And the first kiss. Well, that is most important of all. Take it very slowly. Tongue is important, but leave it out for a bit til things start to hot up a bit. A girl likes to feel as if she is being lowered gently into a tub of warm water, not shoved roughly into a washing machine set to high speed. Also, making out has been scientifically proven to be very good for your health, emotional well-being and is obviously a great bonding mechanism. I dare you. Go home and make out with your significant other for at least 15 minutes. You will NOT regret trying out this little piece of advice.

Keep your eyes peeled for more of the same pretty soon.

Much Love,

Ms D.