"I was going to use a condom, but when's the next time I'll be in Haiti?"

I was surfing around yesterday reading up on some "dating tips" when I came across the, "Think Different" philosophy..

In most cases it's alright to think differently. In fact, it's encouraged. BUT with certain issues - the, "Old School" approach is still the best.

For example:

"If a girl expects you to call, DON'T. Instead, surprise her and show up at her door..."

This guy has obviously never shown up while his chick is elbow deep in mud mask while harvesting her black heads...

Sure, he may think "it's cute" to see his honey all masked up - but she'll be horrified.

We all need personal time. Don't show up unexpectedly, respect someone's privacy. Unless of course you don't trust them.. then you may find yourself spying on her behind the bushes... get used to it, 'cause if she catches you, it's the only bush you're gonna see.

Since when has going over to someone's house unannounced a good thing?

"If a girl expects an apology, don't tell her you're sorry. Show her, give her a hug."

No - Wrong - Stop!!! If she is owed, and or expects an apology, you have to show AND tell.

As men, we have mastered the art of saying, "we're sorry" and not mean it. It's something we developed at a young age.. and mom would believe us everytime...

Basically we're pigs who never like being wrong. BUT when you know you've messed up, nothing is more soothing to your partner's ear than "I'm sorry."

Of course if your apology is ensconced with laughter, you may want to rethink your words.

In a sincere voice, tell her your sorry AND hug her.

I understand the need for games, but when you hurt someone's feelings - let's just say it's all fun and games until she kicks you in the sack.

Because of our uncanny ability to say and do things we don't mean, it's important that when you apologize, to not only tell her you're sorry, but to show her too.

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