Sink or Swim

As there are a zillions of dating rules out there, its really hard to know what really works or what doesn’t.  Though trivial as it may seem, but once we’re on our way to meet someone over dinner, we can’t help but wish that we could have brushed up on some do’s and dont’s.  So,  I gathered them and came up with the final four which we can take into heart a bit more serious than the others.

1.  Always google your date beforehand.

I am to admit that I have never done this but some of my friends had.  I say that this can be ignored as what if they our date doesn’t have much that online presence, is that a negative factor?  I don’t think so.  But maybe once you’re dating you can get your date to increase their online presence.

2.  Never date a coworker.

Now, this was the one I almost did.  But somewhat our relationship never went into full speed.  My closest buddy in the office went out with three, yes three, of our coworkers.  But the good thing was those three worked in different departments so they really had no time to scrutinize each other.  I see no big harm in this as long as you can separate work issues from your issues as a couple.  What if you can’t really help but like that person? Don’t cancel your dates because your partner took over your project or you disagreed on a thought.  I’ll rephrase this as you can date a coworker, but maybe not in the same department or floor.

3.  Wait for the guy to say the I love you.

Now, I am one of those who still believe in old-world chivalry but I find no big harm if you girls say you love us first.  It’s not like when someone says that they love you that it they want to marry you asap.

4.  Don’t break up over the phone.

Well, what if there’s no way you can tell them that you want to end things between the two of you?  Then, breaking up over a call maybe the last resort.  And for me, please do call, at least, instead of texting that you’re not going to see us again.  If it’s a fling, maybe it will work.  But if you guys are in a serious,long-term  relationship, have the decency and the guts to meet your partner in person.

There, these are the ones that maybe we can cut off some slack and let them fly outside the window.  It all depends on the situation in the end.

There has been news that my ogre boss is going to be transferred to another department.  Heard it from the girls giggling in the pantry when I went to get coffee.  Didn’t mean to eavesdrop as my original purpose was to get caffeine but the news got me more upbeat and caffeine was only able to reinforce the good feeling I felt when I accidentally heard that news.  It is a sign of a better tomorrow, definitely.

These are top-secret questions that wives may have been dreading to ask their husbands, operative word, maybe.  So, to give a somewhat enlightenment, have posted answers to some of the issues concerning household life.

1.  Watch a basketball game or go shopping with the wife?

Answer: Watch the game

Reason:  Women shop longer because they want more style in their clothes than us.  It is for this reason that one has to wait patiently while she chooses the best style for her.  Besides, giving them the time to shop by themselves is our time to to let enjoy the day.

2.  Have sex last thing at night or first thing in the morning?

Answer:  Do it before sleeping

Reason:  It is at night when the wife usually stops thinking about the kids and the house - and starts thinking of the husband.

3.  Wash or fold?

Answer:  Washing

Reason:  Folding requires skills while washing is all about directions.  Bottom line, it is easier.

4.  Give up sex or gain control of the tv remote for a year?

Answer:  Give up the damn remote!

Reason:  Obvious.

5. Have a bigger tv or a better computer?

Answer:  A bigger wide-screened TV

Reason:  War movies look better on a big screen tv.

6.  Have the wife’s parents or your parents move in?

Answer: Neither, really.

Reason:  Things would be complicated, as they are not already.

7.  Watch a sexy movie with the wife or by yourself?

Answer: With the wife

Reason:  That way, she’s right there for the hanky-panky after the movie.

8.  Have a night out with the guys at a steak joint or a romantic date with the wife ?

Answer:  Romantic date with the wife in a fancy restaurant

Reason:  The friends won’t have sex with me afterwards.

9.  Having boring sex ever night or a mind-blowing sex once a week?

Answer:  Mind-blowing sex once a week

Reason:  If it’s really mind-blowing sex, it should last a man all week.

10.  Relive your wedding or the honeymoon?

Answer:  Honeymoon

Reason:  A stressful party or a relaxing vacation?  No explanation necessary.

There, these are based on my point of view and a couple of my pals.  You can contradict if you want and I am not labeling all men.  Just speaking in general terms.  Men are different in their views but one thing remains common, we love our wives like there’s no tomorrow.

When put in certain situations, men can be a bit careful about careful around the ladies.  Questions like, ” Do these jeans make me look fat?” or “What if I try this new hairstyle?” from our better halves can set the alarm bells ringing.  The simple excuse is that men don’t want to get into trouble.  Men want to feel like authorities, and the more they say, the more information women have to analyze.  If you want men to open up, validate the answers by simple saying, “That’s interesting.”

I just can’t stop whining about my boss, thank God I have this blog to just let the heck out of it.  Good thing the wife and I have grocery date this afternoon.  Yes, our dates consists of trips to the grocery.  Well, we don’t argue over the list just as long as she lets me grab a few beers, I’m good to go.

Why did I said gruesome?  Work was less than a few inches than hell.  Deadlines, deadlines.  It would be a safer world if there were really no unreasonable deadlines.  Makes one wonder if the bosses really came from down the ranks or they were just thrown at those high paying positions with nothing to do but sit all day and wait for the reports.

It would really mean something if they can just do a little hands on to know that the deadlines they set aren’t realistic and are just plain bogus.