Oh the Sunshine. I do love it. April is a sign that the weather is only going to get better. At Six Minute Dates, we've had fun making some additions to our website so feel free to procrastinate and check them out. Notedly, we've added some video and photos to our Press & Media Coverage page. Included you'll see some pictures and video from our Shaw TV speed-dating event, some fun stuff we did for MuchMusic last summer and a recent mini-gig I did for Cineplex Odeon Theatres. I think I scared a few family members when they innocently went to the movies and my face popped up on the screen like I was talking to them. Woops, maybe I should have warned people ahead of time that I did that gig.
I've added more information to my Date Coaching page further explaining this new service I offer. There has been a lot of interest so there will be a brand-spankin' new website dedicated to Date Coaching in the very near future. Contact me to find out more and how I can help you turn around your love life!
The dates for our SPRING FLING 2006 parties have been announced so we hope you can join us late May/early June!
Lastly, we are promoting a fun Singles event at Holt Renfrew on April 26th in both Calgary and Vancouver. More details are below but essentially it's singles + shopping = fun.
So go ahead, have a peak at our dating articles, dating advice, inspirational success stories, recommended links and loooove horoscopes. And do tell if you have any requests for topics you would like to see in future editions.
"Love is the irresistible desire to be irresistibly desired." ~ Mark Twain
Look forward to seeing you soon!
Sincerely,
Dear Christine,
I'm wanting to make some changes to my home. I've read about Feng Shui but wondered if you can offer some tips on inviting love into my life through decoration?
TT
Dear TT,
With pleasure, I offer the following article I wrote a little while ago. Enjoy!
Decorating for Dating
Yes, it's true, the way you decorate your home can determine the success of your dating life. I think it's high time we look at some of the horrific decorating crimes that are being committed and do our best to turn things around. I guarantee if you follow some of these rules, you'll see some changes in your dating life!
Okay Men, let's talk. Look around your place and answer the following questions:
1)Is my bathroom clean? And by clean, I mean germ and hair free?
2)Is my decorating based on the 'guy stuff everywhere' theory?
3)Is there anything beyond take-out condiments in my fridge?
If you've answered yes to more than 2 of the above, here is some advice. It may sound unfair but a woman will judge your bathroom when she's at your place for a date. We do look behind the door, on the floor and at the various products on the counter. Before you have someone over, take the time to clean up a bit, put away anything that you don't use on a daily basis and make sure you have a full roll of toilet paper and a clean hand towel. An extra spicy addition is a small (safe) candle - we love that! Oh, and puhleeeeeese hide the porn. We know you have it, we just don't need to see it.
When inviting a girl over, think about the first room she is going to see. If it's your TV room, make sure you aren't using milk crates as tv stands or beer can collections as decorations. Take some time to place some conversation pieces around the room, like maybe a photo from a recent trip or your favorite new book. Also, remember that women tend to get colder quicker so if you can adjust the heat levels (on the furnace dials!) or place a throw blanket on the couch - we really appreciate it.
Finally, peruse your cupboards and fridge. Have some snack type things like dips and crackers or chocolate from the specialty store up the street. Have at least one bottle of wine on hand. Clear out all those expired condiments. Do a quick wipe of the fridge in case we offer to get you another cool one, wink wink.
Now ladies, it's your turn and you'll be surprised to hear your love palace may not be as inviting as you thought. Same exercise, look around your place and answer the following questions:
1)Does my place smell like a perfume factory with copious amounts of room sprays, candles and potpourri?
2)Is Girly-frilly-frill-frill my main decorating theme?
3)Do I have my self-help books and pictures of ex-boyfriends on my shelves?
It's okay if you answered yes to many of the above or all of them. Guys like that your apartment smells different than theirs but they don't like to be overpowered by it. It makes them feel uneasy and sometimes even queasy. So cut back a bit. Open up your windows and put away all smelly stuff except for the odd candle here and there. It doesn't even have to be a smelly candle - guys like the smell of plain burning candles.
We all love girly stuff but when a guy comes over and sees it, he's only going to think one thing - "this reminds me of trips to Grandma's house where I wasn't allowed to touch anything." So in an effort to avoid this childhood flashback, remove some of the breakables and decorative pillows. Guys will feel more comfortable sitting down and easing into conversation.
Take a good look at your bookshelf. No I mean a goooood look. If your romance titles outnumber your travel books, take some out. Dr. Phil has to go, for now. And anything related to relationship repair is a no-no. This isn't a permanent move but just another effort not to air all your laundry before you really get to know someone. A bookshelf is the first place many people go to get to know you. And those pictures of you and the girls at that staguette in Las Vegas with Hans from Germany? Put 'em in your drawer.
General rule of thumb for both ladies and men is just think about the comfort level of the other person. What will they need? What would they appreciate? Then relax and have a great night!
Thanks for the offer of another speed dating event, but I actually met someone at the first speed dating event I attended with you, and we're dating now! I've been meaning to let you know. He was the first guy I sat down with, too. I was delighted and surprised! Synchronicity was obviously at work. So add us to your success statistics!
Wednesday, April 5th- ages 30-40
Wednesday, April 12th - ages 25-35 (Sorry, sold out for Ladies)
Wednesday, April 19th - ages 25-35
Thursday, April 20th - ages 30-40
Wednesday, April 26th - ages 35-45 (Sorry, sold out for Ladies)
Thursday, April 27th - ages 25-35
ALSO, We will be hosting 2 large-scale SPRING FLING Parties at the BeatNiq Jazz Club in late May/early June.
Wednesday, May 31st- ages 40+, 8:00pm-12:00am, The BeatNiq Jazz Club, 811-1st St. SW
Thursday, June 1st - ages 25-40, 8:00pm-12:00am, The BeatNiq Jazz Club, 811-1st St. SW
Join us at the Beat Niq Jazz Club for a stylish and fun night of delicious appetizers, drink specials, fabulous music, fun mixers and the perfect opportunity to meet your match! Tons of matches result from our large scale events so you won't want to miss them!
Tickets are $45.00 + tax, inc. delicious appetizers.
Tickets can be purchased online only by visiting our website Events Calendar. Tickets are not available at the door.
This is a private party. Space is limited to 90 guests per evening so book early to guarantee your spot!
Upcoming Events in VANCOUVER:
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We've been receiving great reviews on our events in Vancouver. Looks like our recipe for successful matchmaking in Calgary is putting lots of happy couples together on the coast!
Our next Speed-Dating event:
Wednesday, April 12th - ages 25-35, Higher Grounds on 4th, 6:15-8:00
Check out our website to find out more details and to sign up!
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Libra - On the 1st and 2nd, don't be afraid to take a break from trolling the local watering holes looking for Mr. or Ms. Right and just stay home. While you're there, turn off the television, light a candle or two, cook yourself a good meal and then spend a little time thinking about what you really want from romance. Do you want some drama to fill an empty space in your life? Do you want somebody who will fix all your problems? Do you want somebody who doesn't exist? Could that explain why you keep coming up empty-handed at the old watering hole? Don't fret -- but do be honest with yourself. On the 7th, you have a helpful revelation. The 12th and 13th bring big changes for you on the romance front, and the 17th is a great day to make a move. You might want to cook a nice couple of meals on the 22nd, 23rd and 24th -- for two. On the 29th, take time out for some more self-reflection.
Scorpio - If you have some lucky somebody in your oh-so-good-looking sights on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd, the best you can do is tell them you're interested. Then step back and let them come to you. Sure, you're used to hunting, but this could be a good exercise. You may even enjoy the change. By the 6th, you realize that even when you're romantically passive, you have to take responsibility for what shakes out. You'll enjoy taking responsibility for this affair, though -- guaranteed. On the 10th, if there's a problem, fix it! And on the 14th and 15th, even you will be amazed at what a good job your fix-it strategy does. On the 20th and 21st, if you make something happen, it will. The reverse is true too, though, so don't complain, no matter what happens in your romantic life! On the 26th, do everything you can to get connected with the person you'd love to connect with -- including, once again, taking a step back and waiting for them to come to you.
Sagittarius - If you feel like you've hit a romantic impasse on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd, well ... you might be right. You don't have that sharp-as-a-knife intuition of yours for nothing, you know. So as the month gets started, just take a break. Romance comes to you by the 10th, if it not a little sooner. After all, love can't hold out forever -- not against your multifarious charms (not to mention your talents in the kitchen!). On the 14th and 15th, things get shaking. So hold out your chicken thigh. Once it's covered in some nice, juicy bread crumbs, stick it in the oven and wait for your shake-and-bake to draw an interested nose or two. You know what they say about the way to a person's heart? Through the tummy, of course. By the 20th, you may branch out into luscious Black Forest cakes and a meringue or two. Now romance can't resist! So set an extra place at your table for the 25th. By the 28th, it's definitely a date.
Capricorn - If you've been discussing the topic of 'Should we go on a date?' with someone whom you'd really like to date, the 1st is the time to go for it. Ask the question! Or ask them to ask you! Or even think about asking them and then ask on the 2nd or 3rd. But get it done before the month gets much older, or somebody else might beat you to it. On the 8th, 9th and 10th, you should step back and watch to see what you learn about yourself during these romantic chases. Do you get easily discouraged? Or are you easily encouraged? It's all interesting. By the 14th and 15th, you're like a corporate raider of love -- you see what you want and then go for it! Yeah! Don't get discouraged if it doesn't work out the way you planned on the 20th. Even corporate raiders of love have off days. On the 25th, your actions are well timed, and they look good, too. The 29th is a Saturday, and you've got a dinner date!
Aquarius - If you have a romantic idea on the 1st, 2nd or 3rd, don't hide your light under a bushel! No, no! Let your insight shine out into the darkness, and you could light the way not just for yourself, but for somebody else, too. They might just appreciate it, and they may even kiss you. Maybe you would like that? On the 8th, 9th and 10th, you could offer more than just a guiding light to a potential romantic partner. Maybe you give them a nice cup of tea, or a bowl of homemade chicken soup. Everybody can use a little extra help sometimes, you know -- even a potential romantic partner. On the 15th, you solve a problem that could have affected both of you in the long run. You make a necessary change in your own romantic makeup on the 19th, and on the 20th and 21st, you begin to reap the rewards. The month wraps up the 29th with some seriously enlightening communication.
Pisces - It's always important for you to be able to share whatever you're thinking, and when it comes to your romantic life, that's truer than ever. So it's essential for you to keep in mind that you need a potential partner who likes to listen, and who takes you seriously -- but not so seriously that they can't help you laugh sometimes. The 1st, 2nd and 3rd are good days to check in with this fact about yourself. On the 8th, 9th and 10th, you shower your love, compassion and care on friends who are close to you. If one of them wants to give you love, compassion and care (plus a little smooching) in return, at least consider the possibility. The 14th and 15th, you make some plans (for a date, perhaps?) and on the 20th, you should go ahead and talk with your date about whatever's on your mind. On the 25th and 26th, you make a move. They like it, and by the 29th, it could produce some interesting results.
Aries - If there is ever a time to act (and there always is, you silly romantic, you!), the 1st, 2nd and 3rd are it. Good thing your communication powers are in overdrive, eh? Who's the lucky recipient of your love tokens, anyhow? Oh, don't worry, you don't have to tell. On the 8th, 9th and 10th, your love object is going to be touched to the core by your care. This person likes a little tenderness, you know! Oh, you know. On the 15th, boy, are you superintense. That's just what the current romantic situation demands, so do what comes naturally. By the 20th, you see a little, tiny problem. But you also see a solution. Implement it, you love bird! You're really in your element on the 25th and 26th, and your lucky somebody likes being in your element, too. It sure looks like a new beginning is developing. It feels good, doesn't it?
Taurus - What, you shy away from a romantic obstacle? No way! You're a tough cookie, and you want to get into that cookie jar of new love. If it's closed with a sticky, airtight seal that nobody can open, well, heck ... let you at it! You get into that jar and find some romance there on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd. The question is: Will it be chocolate chip or oatmeal raisin or peanut butter or what? By the 8th, you ought to know. Then by the 14th, you know if you like it. And by the 19th, you make a decision or two about what role your new cookie will (or won't) play in your own drama recipe called life. On the 22nd, 23rd and 24th, you might start adjusting a few ingredients -- maybe more time together, less at the office, a dash of vanilla or a pinch of cinnamon? Keep at it until you have just the right balance. By the 28th, things in your romantic kitchen look hot, sweet and maybe a little spicy
Gemini - On the 1st, 2nd and 3rd, the month is starting, and all around you are the signs of new beginnings. The flowers are blossoming. The birds are chirping. And a certain somebody seems to have caught your eye. Are you going to plan something fun and ask them to go with you, or what? How many springtime days just ripe for romance do you think there are in one lifetime? If you like them, let them know -- and the sooner, the better. Chances are they like you, too! If you haven't sprung the question ('Want to have a mango smoothie together?') by the 7th, now is the time! By the 13th, things could be well on their way, and the 16th and 17th could be days of restful discovery. Don't get too worked up about where things are heading -- there's not that much you can do to control it at this point. Sometime during the 22nd, 23rd or 24th, there could be a major turn of events. By the lovely, glowing evening of the 30th, you might really see where this new romance is going.
Cancer - On the 1st, 2nd and 3rd, you welcome the first signs of spring in a quiet, meditative way. You're breathing deeply and watching the blue shades in the sky peeping out from behind the springtime clouds. You might be surprised that in the midst of all this reflection, you suddenly discover a new romance. Yes, indeed. It might peak out from behind a cloud, appear in a bird's nest or just come knocking on your front door. By the 4th and 5th, you come around to this new idea. Heck, it's possible to meditate on springtime beauty and fall in love at the same time, you know! You're in nurturing mode on the 10th -- if your friends or love interest behave well enough to merit some of your TLC, boy, will they be in luck! On the 15th, you may need to take a break from romance. By the 20th and 21st, you're back in the thick of things and ready to make some decisions. Then on the 27th and 28th, you have some insights into what you need.
Leo - You spend the weekend of the 1st and 2nd getting creative. And for you, getting creative is just a hop, skip and a jump from romance. Well, the two do go hand-in-hand. So what are you writing to whom, and about what? Everyone is curious! Don't tell your friends if you don't want to, but do be sure to let the subject of your sweetest dreams in on your special private message. On the 6th and 7th, anything you want (within reason) is yours. The 12th is a good day to make a move. By the 17th, you will have cut through all the unnecessary stuff and gotten right to the point. You'll have your romantic interest's response by the 23rd or 24th, if all goes well. Otherwise, don't fret -- it takes some folks longer to figure out how they feel sometimes. On the 29th, you may have a romantic problem -- and a number of pleasant romantic solutions.
Virgo - Have you been feeling a little tense, romancewise? Like you know what you want and you just can't get it? Well, on the 1st, you're in for a nice, long, easygoing, steady-breathing start to your month. Ahhh. Suddenly it just isn't so complicated. And on the 2nd -- what's that? Is it a kiss? Already? It could be. On the 7th, you could find that on top of this possible good lovin' coming your way, you're communicating so clearly that you're a wonder to behold. Wow. On the 13th, you aren't afraid of kissing in public. Then on the 9th and 10th, it might really feel like something new is starting between you and someone, and that feels good. On the 19th, don't be afraid to take control of things if they falter. Then on the 23rd, go ahead and steer things safely into a cute little port of romance. Enjoy your easy romantic success on the 26th -- it doesn't have to be difficult to be good, but you knew that.
Love Horoscopes are courtesy of www.love.astrology.com
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Oh the Sunshine. I do love it. April is a sign that the weather is only going to get better. At Six Minute Dates, we've had fun making some additions to our website so feel free to procrastinate and check them out. Notedly, we've added some video and photos to our Press & Media Coverage page. Included you'll see some pictures and video from our Shaw TV speed-dating event, some fun stuff we did for MuchMusic last summer and a recent mini-gig I did for Cineplex Odeon Theatres. I think I scared a few family members when they innocently went to the movies and my face popped up on the screen like I was talking to them. Woops, maybe I should have warned people ahead of time that I did that gig.
Thanks for the offer of another speed dating event, but I actually met someone at the first speed dating event I attended with you, and we're dating now! I've been meaning to let you know. He was the first guy I sat down with, too. I was delighted and surprised! Synchronicity was obviously at work. So add us to your success statistics!
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