When a First Date = Potential

Happy Valentines Day! Whether you’re single, just dating, in a relationship, or married, I hope you take time out today to tell someone that you love them. Love is a beautiful thing, and when you feel love, you feel better.

Around this time many people are going out on first dates. Here’s an interesting article outlining first date signs that he’s a “keeper.” I think it’s on point for the most part, but I would add a few things:

• He cares enough about his appearance and this date to look and smell nice.
• He offers to pay for you (just as you “pump fake” for your wallet when the check comes.)
• There are no “red flags,” i.e. he has to leave early, long suspicious breaks to the bathroom (is he on the phone or just struggling?), checking the time, answering his phone, sending text messages (so rude), or “forgot” his wallet at home.

Basically make sure that you are treated with respect on a date, even if it’s only the first date. Set standards and don’t settle for less. If he doesn’t meet your standards, throw up the deuces and move on to the next.

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