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A Fiji Five-Star Resort Vacation

Posted on July 10th, 2009 | 15 comments

Want to daydream for a minute? Check out the #1 Resort and Spa in Fiji – Namale.
It’s 525 acres of paradise, brought to you by Tony Robbins. Modern Bride magazine named Namale’s Honeymoon Suite one of the best in the world.
I had the pleasure of staying at Namale for a week back when I was [...]

When a Lover Wants Friendship and Romance

Posted on May 27th, 2009 | 31 comments

When it comes to lovers (i.e. booty call partners, not girlfriends), I’m pretty old school, in a modern high-tech sort of way. You text to hookup, have some fun, then go your separate ways, and generally don’t talk or hang out until your next roll in the hay.
I don’t recommend this sort of relationship [...]

Believe in Me

Posted on May 4th, 2009 | 29 comments

Saturday night over vodka martinis, my date asked me what I was looking for in a woman. For some reason, the question struck me to the core. I didn’t feel comfortable responding, since answering truthfully would make me feel vulnerable.
I want a woman who believes in me.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m like anyone else, with [...]

Romantic Valentine’s Day Idea

Posted on February 10th, 2009 | 18 comments

The most romantic Valentine’s Day I ever pulled off didn’t involve an expensive restaurant, an exotic trip, or precious jewels. It was the simplest of romantic ideas – a home cooked meal.
I know, I know – some Dad’s House readers are saying right now – say, what?! Valentine’s is all about the bling! Fancy this, [...]

Where’s the Romance?

Posted on August 18th, 2008 | 25 comments

A reader recently asked, with so many booty call and one-night-stand posts on my blog, do I truly want to be in a relationship? Others have asked the same question, and so I’ve chosen to respond in this post.
First of all – I actually don’t write about booty all that often. Take a look [...]

How to Start Dating a Single Dad

Posted on May 7th, 2008 | 21 comments

Dear David
I met a guy this past weekend for drinks at a wine bar and we had a great time. There were definitely sparks, and I’d like to see him again. How do I let him know I’m interested? I already sent an email thanking him for the evening. Should I call him? btw – [...]