Everyone says it’s overrated but, while no one will really admit it, some of us are secretly hoping to snag a date for V-day. While it’s a fun time to bond with fellow single girlfriends, there’s that nagging wish to be taken out to dinner by a potential love interest (and do other kilig activities).
Even if you only have a couple of weeks left, don’t worry about not having enough time. If you have the right attitude and know where to look, you’ll find a guy who will take you out on that day. Yahoo!’s Shine and Viktoria Carrella of Associated.Content dishes a few tips you could try to find a Valentine.
Volunteer for a cause. Help out at church, join the youth organization in your neighborhood, or attend or organize charity events, as you have a good chance of meeting “someone kind, giving and selfless” there. Not only do you get to help the community, you also expand your network.
Speed date. A lot of organizations are putting together speed dating sessions. Not only are they a lot of fun, they’re the perfect place to meet several single men (who are searching, too!). You’re not even obliged to give your digits to anyone unless you’re interested in them. At the very least, this is a great way to broaden your social circle. Ask around for schedules and make it a barkada thing!
Tap into your existing network. What are Facebook and Friendster for? Check out friends of friends, see who’s single and attractive, and ask your friends to introduce you!
Go out! You’ll never find a date just by waiting beside the phone as you watch TV or read books on weekends—you have to be out there! Drag your girlfriends to a nightout, and make sure you all look your best and exude confidence.
Ask someone out, be it a co-worker or a man you’ve been crushing on for some time. When all else fails, this is your chance to assert yourself and make the first move. You never know, your gutsy attitude might be the clincher for a successful V-day.
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Add Commentbabykara
this is cute. my boyfriend and i have been together for almost 3 years now. He's just a regular acquaintance then- a friend of a friend. I'm not even crushing on him and neither did he. There was just this one time when my gay bestfriend and i are goin out for a movie and thought it was a bit boring if there's just the two of us. so out of nowhere i texted my "then acquaintance" since he's just within the vicinity and asked if he wants to see a movie with us. he said yes and the sparks started since then. see, it doesn't even have to be someone you're crushing on or have been eyeing upon.. it can be just any random individual.. :) and he's been my regular valentine since then.. ;)
February 3, 2009 at 12:31 pm