Men and women see sex differently
"Women need a reason to have sex. Men just need a place." —Billy Crystal I am continually flummoxed by how men and women seem to see sex so totally differently.…
The two-suitor conundrum: What would you do?
Two weeks ago I started seeing Mr. Dreamboat. However, 3 weeks ago, Mr. 400MilesAway bought an airline ticket and made hotel reservations to come meet me this upcoming weekend. Mr.…
Boynton Beach Club shows older-dating joys and trials
Yesterday, the Washington Post ran a fun article reviewing the new movie on older dating: "Cast of the Gray-Hot Lovers In 'Boynton Beach,' a New Wrinkle on a Mature Subject."…
Be creative to get his attention!
Last week I had two sublime dates, Wed. and Thurs., with a new guy (#65 if you're keeping track). I loved being with him, and from all he said and…
What’s your “perfect boyfriend’s” job description?
"When I was a young man, I vowed never to marry until I found the ideal woman. Well, I found her — but alas, she was waiting for the ideal…
Dating differences: it’s in the brains
My friend Ian forwarded the following excerpt from an article on the difference between male and female brains, as it relates to dating and relationships. "'[Women] use different brain areas…
“Let it please be him”
I remember singing Vikki Carr's "It Must Be Him" whenever a lovesick roommate would be awaiting a call from her new beau and the phone rang. It goes "Let it…
The sex talk
I'm surprised when a man expresses he wants to have sex, but he doesn't then initiate a discussion of protection. I guess there's an assumption condoms will be used, but…
Falling in lust
" Too much of a good thing can be wonderful." —Mae West How do you know you're falling in love vs. falling in lust? I don't have the answer --…
First-date red flags that this guy isn’t for you
He's pleasant and cordial. However, there are red flags that make you cautious. Some by themselves are deal breakers (he drinks too much), while others have the cumulative effect of…
The importance of sweet talk
You've developed a fondness for each other in several long phone conversations, so you agree to meet. There are signs he's attracted -- he touches you gently, holds your hand,…