“Love is in the air”. We’ve all heard it; it’s one of the most popular sayings about spring. Another popular spring term is “spring fever”, which can apply to a lot of different things we’re aching to do when the weather warms.

As an eternal optimist when it comes to love; I do believe that spring opens up some new possibilities on the dating front. As the weather warms, so do our spirits. We may be a bit more adventurous when it comes to approaching someone. Or, we may simply look happy to be alive on those first warm sunny days in spring; which may make others more likely to approach us.

Warmer weather also brings with it some great possibilities for dates that don’t exist during the winter. Picnics in the park, strolls along the water, and outdoor sports offer fun options that can make dating in the spring more fun.

So, sport your new glow proudly, bare your arms and legs and put on your sunniest spring smile. Right now, the warm days don’t come all that often, so you must take advantage of them when they do. But, soon, we’ll see lots of blooming flowers to brighten our moods, and, hopefully, there will be lots of love in bloom, too.

Dating Essentials Spring, Sunny

Even the single person who is thoroughly committed to finding a mate has some trouble getting out and about during the cold winter months. But, don’t let snow and ice deter you from your dating pursuits. Granted, most of your dates will take place indoors this time of year, but don’t use that as an excuse to stay home alone.

This is a great time of year for speed dating events, many of which will likely be held in a warm coffee shop. And, even if you don’t meet anyone special, these can be a great way to get yourself out of the house when you normally wouldn’t.

This is also a great time of year to enjoy less expensive dates, too, like cooking a pot of chili at home and watching a movie or just sitting in front of a cozy fire. Plenty of time to talk and get to know each other can be a good thing when you’ve found someone you think might really be a good match.

So, don’t get the winter blues about your dating life. Enjoy the down time to talk and figure out the new match in your life. Spring will be here soon, along with plenty of opportunities to get outside. Just be sure that by the time the weather warms, you’ve done your best to see that your heart is warmed to someone who’ll enjoy the spring flowers with you.

Dating Essentials Date Ideas, Speed Dating, Winter

Valentine’s Day can be a sticky occasion if you’ve just started dating someone. It can be easy to make too much of the holiday. Yet, if you skip it altogether, you might offend the other party. Here are some ways to gracefully get through Valentine’s Day when you’ve just started going out.

Don’t overdo it. Even if you think this person is “the one”, don’t plan some huge Valentine’s Day “thing” or buy a big gift. If the other person isn’t on the “same page”, he or she might go running for the hills.

Talk about it. If you’re both reasonable people, you’re both probably feeling the same uneasiness about the holiday. If you talk about it, and come to some agreement on how to handle it, you’ll get some good insight into how well the two of you can communicate honestly.

Make it fun. If you decide to remember the occasion in some way with your new interest; keep it light and fun. A box of chocolates, a rose or a stuffed animal is a great gift for a woman. For a man, try a six-pack of specialty beer or a good bottle of wine tied with a pretty red ribbon. They make Valentine’s Cards especially designed for someone you’ve just met, too.

Find a comfortable way to enjoy this Valentine’s Day that is lighthearted and doesn’t put pressure on either of you. It’s a great way to increase the chances you’ll still be together next year, when you can really celebrate!

Dating Essentials New Relationships, Valentine's Day