Missy's letter

Missy wrote:

Is it too old fashioned of me to think that men should do the footwork when it comes to romance? By that, I mean they should be calling the woman to talk, they should be paying for dates, they should be "courting" the woman. I consider myself old fashioned, but it seems that most guys today don't stick around for long once they find that out. What gives?

Missy


Missy, I think those times have passed, to be quite honest and I feel it's time you step into the current century. Women have made so much social progress in the last several decades and it seems as if you are trying to take a step back. I am not saying you have to pay for every meal or make every phone call, but it's my guess that the other guys gave up when they started feeling like you weren't giving anything to the budding relationship. If I had to call a woman every time I wanted to talk, I'd give up in under a week. I'd think, "Maybe she's just not interested.." and let it go. "Courting" is an ancient term in the world of dating. You shouldn't have to impress the person you like. Just be natural. Talk to them, listen to them, and just enjoy getting to know them.

Pay for dinner with the next person you find yourself fascinated by. Make a phone call to the guy you like, step into the modern times and see how much better the dating world has become.

Sean