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Monday, October 30, 2006
Dating with all five senses
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Dating can be a big part of your life, especially for those of us single and in our 20s and 30s.
It’s only fair that, when tackling such a huge task, we use all the tools available to us, right?
Well, we’ve got five senses. We might as well use them. And, we might as well talk about them today.
Sight They (whoever “they” is) tell you to go into dating with your eyes wide open. Well, what is that you hope to see? What are the first things you notice about a man or woman on a purely visual level? What things are instant turnoffs?
Smell What’s your favorite scent — commercial/brand name or just a flavor — that you like your favorite guy or gal to sport? What scents put you in the mood for love? I should put in a plug here for my new Jaqua Pink Buttercream Frosting hand lotion…I gotta say, I can’t imagine anything smelling more “lickable” than that.
Taste To keep this G-rated, we’re going to stick to the foods and drinks you find most romantic. What could a date serve you that would completely put you in the mood?
Sound Besides music, are there other sounds you find totally romantic? The sound of a thunderstorm outside, waves crashing on the beach, wind blowing through the trees?
and Touch Ladies, do you like to have a guy run his fingers through your hair, or vice versa? Guys, do you like it when a lady wears something silky, or soft? I used to have a boyfriend who would request that I wear certain “cuddly” sweaters. How about my personal favorite — a guy with nice rough, scruffy stubble? I think I’m in the minority in loving the feel of that.
And just for fun…is there a “sixth sense” you use in dating? Gut reaction, spidey sense, whatever you like to call it?
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