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12 Things Women Wish Men Knew

1. Saying you are going to call and then not call means the end of you.  If you don't heed this warning, it's over before it even starts.

2. We really like it when you open doors and pull out chairs.

3. We don’t expect you to pay on every date.

4. We love flowers, candy, sexy lingerie, etc. even when it's not Valentine's Day or any other special occasion.

5. We really are not impressed by what you do for a living, what college you graduated from or your military rank.  If you are a decent guy and can support yourself, we’re willing to get to know you.

6. We may have male friends that are just that – friends platonic friends.  We are usually not willing to abandon them because you entered the picture.

7. Sometimes we really need to get things off of our chest and just need you to be a good listener.  We don’t necessarily expect you to be able to solve the problem but if you can, that’s a plus.

8. Premenstrual agonies are not just in our head.  Your job is to offer comfort and support.

9. We really feel disrespected when you stare at, gawk at or smile at other women when you are with us.

10. Meeting your mother and family is a big deal.  If you introduce us to them, don't take it lightly.  If you are not sure where our relationship is going, don't introduce us to your family.

11. We do not want to hear about how much of a witch your ex is.  In fact, we want want to hear about her at all, we will ask.

12. We are turned on by intelligent men who can converse on many topics.

Tips for Approaching A Woman

Be sincerely self-confident.  Not cocky though; there is a difference and we can tell the difference.

Don't be afraid of rejection.  If you are a good, decent man and you know it, go for it.  If she rejects you, it's her loss.  Don't let fear of rejection cripple you.

Relate to women as human beings.  Strike up a conversation and be natural.  See the woman as an individual you'd like to get to know better.

Communicate, communicate, communicate.  If the situation calls for empathy, sympathy or humor, don't be afraid to communicate what is needed.

Be charming.  Not egotistical but charming and a bit elusive at first.  Women like a bit of intrigue. Once you start dating, drop the elusiveness and be open - very open.

Public Displays of Affection - What's Acceptable - What's Not

Holding hands.  Makes a woman feel good and makes her feel protected.

Kissing.  If your relationship has reached the level of kissing, a quick peck on the cheek or lips in public is ok.  Anything more and the average woman will become uncomfortable.

Saying "I love you."  It depends.  Silently mouthing the words is so romantic and she knows you only have eyes for her.  Saying it out loud makes one wonder if you mean it.

Touching.  It depends.  Lightly touching the small of her back, her shoulder, her chin - romantic and comforting.  Touching her butt - tacky - even if you are sexually intimate.  Shows great disrespect for the woman, yourself and the people who witness this spectacle.  Keep even light touching to a minimum.

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