7 Most Expensive Ways To Propose Online

There was a time when wedding proposals were done in private, on bended knee, in intimate and romantic settings. Today, everything is a media event, it seems. The bigger the splash, the better for many folks. We propose at sporting events, on daytime talk shows, and via social media profiles. So, what are the most over the top methods, we wondered? Here are the 7 most expensive ways to propose online:

1.       GPS Hunt – This one involves having your significant other follow an elaborate treasure hunt, via GPS tracking by mobile device, in order to find a prize. In this case, the engagement ring. The logistics and preparation could be pricey, and involve exotic locales, but the creativity factor is through the roof with this one.

2.       Placing Ads – As with traditional print media, you can purchase ad space online at all sorts of websites, and in all sizes. Buying large ad space on heavily-trafficked websites can run into some serious coin, we’re guessing.

3.       Make a Video – Sure, you could create one at home for free. But a real romantic would fly to the to New York City and film his proposal at the top of the Empire State Building – on Valentine’s Day, then post it on YouTube, if he really wanted to get her to say ‘yes’.

4.       Movie Trailers – Think about it: millions of people are queuing up for the trailer for the latest action thriller, and patiently sit through that preceding 30-second ad. They see you, kneeling and asking the camera, “Karen, would you marry me?”

5.       @KimKardashian – No matter how you slice it, this online proposal is bound to cost you some serious moolah. Think before you tweet. The cash you save may be your own. On the plus side, we hear that she is, in fact, recently available.

6.       YouTube, Me Screwed – Then there’s this poor guy, who thought it would be a great idea to propose to his girl at a basketball game – on YouTube – for the world to see. Sadly, she didn’t think it was such a great idea. This is just about as costly an online proposal as you can make, if you ask us.

7.       Long Distance Relationship – More and more couples are meeting online, and geography can be a major factor in some cases. Proposing to someone halfway around the world involves more than a simple Skype call. Then you have to meet in person, and that’s when it really gets expensive.

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Why Working From Home Will Help Fix The Wage Gap

As we all know, when you look at the raw data, women in the same position and with the same qualifications as men get paid less over time.  The common line is to insist that's because large corporations have it as a policy to pay women less, and sometimes, that's certainly the case.  Look no further than Lily Ledbetter.

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The problem is, and I speak as a former HR grunt on this one, that companies as a rule don't pay women less.  Are you kidding?  It's both a legal and publicity nightmare.  Suddenly, you're the company that treats everyone's mom like dirt.  Speaking as somebody who spent a lot of time putting together spreadsheets to make sure everybody got paid fairly, companies take this seriously.

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So, why do women still lag?  Simple: kids.

Realistically speaking, getting pregnant is a hard kick to your resume.  You're away from the office for up to a quarter of a year, or even longer.  It's proven that even a short break away from the workplace dings your wages, possibly for your entire working life.  Worse, thanks to the Family Leave and Medical Act offering only unpaid leave, you'll be living on one income for a few months, and that can leave you in debt and even further behind.

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I bring this up because O2, a British telecom company, experimented with making its workers stay home, in preparation for the London Olympic Games, and discovered that not only did it work, the employees were actually more productive.

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There are reasons for this, the most basic being that most office jobs require a computer and a phone, and that's it.  The idea of huge skyscrapers full of people is from a time when we still filled out forms and computers used magnetic tape as a storage medium.  But it offers a solution to at least some of the wage gap.

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Let expectant mothers (and the fathers too) work from home, before and after the birth.  OK, they won't be necessarily as productive; they'll have a kid to deal with.  But they won't have to take a break longer than a nice long vacation, which won't ding their wages, and help keep them out of debt.

Realistically, we should all work from home more, but until then, let's give the pregnant a break, at least financially.

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Ladies, Is Your Ex ALWAYS On Your Mind?

I have some questions; ponderances, if you will. You see, on one of my other sites, Very Smart Brothas, I wrote a post a few weeks back about why Beyonce's "Best Thing I Never Had" song was ridiculous (the premise, not the music) because of the inherent assumptions that men feel like we lost when our exes move on. I'm aware that for many women, the best way to get over a broken heart is to envision that the guy who broke your heart is strung out on a highway with a "will rap for love" sign and an empty Slurpee cup.

But that rarely happens.

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And while there are some chaps who definitely attempt to come back years later to pursue the woman that they did wrong (there has to be right?), I can honestly say that I've only heard these stories from women so I'm going to assume that there's some hyperbole. Real talk, I don't know a single dude who's EVER told me that he wishes that he was still with a chick he broke up with. Again, I'm sure it happens but women make it seem like an everyday thing.

Agree to disagree. Well aside from Puffy. That fool put all of his feelings out there when he and J-Lo broke up. I'm still convinced he wants her back. Lucky for him she's done wtih Marc Antony.

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Well, Beyonce took the song, "Best Thing I Never Had" and made a great video for it. But it's only great because for the first time ever, she seems like an actual person. Beyonce has this odd Stepford wife thing about her but in this video, she's all personality. And yes, Virginia, the lingerie helps.

But here's my issue. This video is her wedding day and she's thinking about the guy who broke her heart (in high school - an odd timing choice, but let's just pretend that isn't what happened) and basically feels like she big leagued him because she found the love of her life to marry her...

....when the other dude obviously wouldn't. Of all the damn times to NOT be thinking of somebody else, she's spending actual time on her wedding day feeling some kind of way about a guy from her past. On.her.wedding.day. Granted it's a video and intended to make a point, which is fair. However, I'm not so sure it's "just a video." I get the impression that far too many women could relate to this.

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Is this really how women think? Do you all harbor animosity and bitterness towards men who broke your heart to the point where you wish that he KNEW you were getting married under the auspices that he'd feel like he lost out on you?

True story, not once but TWICE, has an ex of mine gotten in touch with me to let me know she was getting married. And these weren't exes I talk to. Nope. These were exes that I hadn't talked to in years by the time they contacted me. One actually tracked me down in person in a major city. The other sent me her wedding website stuff. No message, nothing. Just the link the URL. What's funny is that I was genuinely happy for them. When we broke up, I let it go. It ain't like it was ALL my fault. But it seems that they didn't. I'm guessing they wanted me to feel some type of way about their nuptials.

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Odd future.

So ladies, I'm curious, do your exes that "hurt" you always remain in the back of your minds? And do you secretly hope he's pained by the fact that you are getting married and/or have (completely) moved on?

Inquiring minds would like to know.

The Women Who Make Me Smile

Since I’ve started my blog, I’ve met a few women who have made me smile. Every time I receive a message from them, a bit of bliss flows through my body. These are usually the women who I end up getting to know on a personal level, and often cross the panes of anonymity to actual names. Recently I’ve been thinking about these handful of women, and realize that in my life, before this blog, there’s been several others. I’ve also realized I’ve never dated any of them, and even stopped the potential for such things.

Some of these women live close. Actually, they fall within my Chinese Bus rule. Other’s live a bit farther. Some are purely friends, other’s I could very well consider a lot more. The cross-section of those who make me smile and live in NYC are the fewest. One has turned into a great friend and taught me the “friends are never fucks, and fucks are never friends” rule. A rule which I think has hardened my possibilities of leaving the friend zone with women. Another, who I’ve considered a relationship with in the past, remains a friend mainly because I don’t think we’re compatible. The rest are a combination of missed opportunities, good friends, or have disappeared into the ether. In hindsight, these are the type of women I should have been after.

These women, who bring me little bits of bliss when they text, call, or just want to see me, should have been the women I’ve turned into relationships. They accept me for who I am, for all of my faults, flaws, and quirks. So why aren’t I dating them? It’s because I fell into many different traps, I set my requirements too high, but most importantly, I never noticed them until they were gone. I didn’t take the opportunities when they were presented to me and I let some other guy swoop them off their feet. I made the mistake, I let them go! I’m sure my dating life would be much different if I hadn’t let them run away (then again you wouldn’t be reading this).

The women who make me smiles are always, if not often, my A Listers. I value their friendship, but I don’t think I’ve ever told them what they mean to me. Even the ones who are far away. I truly value them, and in many cases, could see myself happily cuddled with them instead of running a singles blog. More often than not, these are the women who could have changed my life drastically, even if distance was the issue.

Today, one of these women asked me “why are you single?” I answered by stating I’ve missed many opportunities. In actuality, I’ve never told these special women what they mean to me. I’m too chicken shit to say, “I think you’re special,” and it comes out as “I think you’re awesome!” or “You’re a really great friend!”

I definitely need to grow a pair. If you have women like this in your life, you need to grow a pair as well and tell them the truth.

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How to Make A First Impression With A Beautiful Woman

Theoretically, you've only got a minute or so to make a first impression on a woman. So how do you impress a hot babe, enough to either hook up later, or leave her wanting more than your digits? Here's what's up.

Stay loose 

Above all that might happen, and is happening, you're having a good time, loving life, and she just happens to be there. You're only chatting her up because of location (which is why you're not asking much about work or school, and going with the deeper topics). She'll sense your relaxation, your sexiness, and a mysterious interest that's hard to pin down, and she'll open up. Keep the body language casual and comfy, and be playful. 

Demonstrate social capital

If you're in familiar territory, or with friends, it should be clear to her you're well-regarded. Your best bets are places where you're known, and if you're out of town, pop into the same hotel lounge or eateries your entire stay. Staff or regulars will speak to you, and establish a pleasing rapport. When asked personal questions, talk less about career and girlfriends, and more about people you helped move, find a job, get acclimated to a city, or get through a rough patch. A good transition into such a story is, 'That reminds me of when...'. 

Remember Her 

While she's speaking, mentally remind yourself her name, if need be. Pay strict attention, that way you can revisit points in her stories, her tastes, or share a similar experience. File these things away not just for that night, but in the chance you'll see her again soon. This separates guys that are hitting on everyone from those who are really listening. 

Dress For Success

Few things capture immediate attention like a sporty look. Your gear should say playboy, not office drone. Find a flattering hairstyle, keep your fingernails neat, and work out every other day. Beautiful girls are selective, and you want to be on the eligible list.

These principles will make you stand out and boost your confidence.

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Six Signs She Might Leave You… For a Girl

There’s a reason movies like Wild Things still land in the Netflix cue; girl-on-girl action—with or without Neve Campbell and Denise Richards circa 1998—is pretty much every guy’s fantasy. Hell, some consider it more hot than upsetting when their girl hooks up with another girl. But what if she realizes she likes women better?

Yes, this actually happens. A friend in the Marine Corps came home from Iraq to find his wife living with another woman. He was aware of her bisexual past and, because he didn’t consider it cheating, gave her a pass to fool around with women. He didn’t expect to lose his wife to one. The couple is now separated and awaiting a divorce filing.

Are you in this kind of danger zone? There’s no need to be paranoid, but it doesn’t hurt to be aware of the following warning signs from our experts. At least that way, you won’t be blindsided if you walk in on some Wild Things-like behavior.

1. She Has a Bisexual or Lesbian History.
When discussing past sexual experience, note any mentions of bisexuality or times she was solely with women. Try to get a sense of what actually happened. A fling or some experimentation in college is one thing—a full-on lesbian relationship is quite another. “She might go that way again,” suggests Mary Lou MacIlvaine, Ph.D., a psychologist in private practice in San Diego.

2. She Condones Other Women Cheating With Women.
If the subject comes up and she doesn’t think it’s a big deal, that’s a “major red flag” says Dr. Natasha Valdez, a licensed sexologist in Austin, Texas. That’s especially true if she was previously against any kind of cheating and suddenly has an open mind. “People have character defenses that allow them to cheat or not cheat,” adds MacIlvaine.

3. She Brings Up a Desire to Experiment.
A threesome might be a fantasy for you, but it might be her way of telling you she wants to be with a woman—and using a threesome as an excuse because she knows you’ll be psyched. If you end up getting pushed off of the bed, that’s a pretty clear sign. “Women do that to their husbands,” explains Valdez. “They say they want to open up the relationship and fool around with women. That’s a huge sign.”

4. She Spends Excessive Time With a Certain Girlfriend.
Also known as: “Baby I’m at the nail salon, the mall, the movies and then to grab food.” It’s great to have a best friend, but if she’s with the same girl every time you call—and spending much more time with her than with you—be wary. Especially if that girl is smokin’ hot.

5. She Dolls up to Visit a Female Friend.
Say your woman suddenly starts wearing sexy clothing, doing her hair differently, or wearing a new perfume when she visits a girlfriend. Either that girlfriend is secretly a dude, or her sexual interests are shifting. “If she’s doing all of these extra things and you don’t feel like they are for you, who are they for?” asks Valdez.

6. You Spot Stuff That Isn’t Hers.
Noticing jewelry you didn’t buy her, or clothes in a different size? Think the same thing that you would think if you saw a guy’s gear: she’s fooling around with someone who isn’t you. Come across new lube that’s marked “for her pleasure”? We’ll let you figure that one out yourself.

A couple of these signs might be no big deal, but if it’s become painfully obvious your lady likes sushi, MacIlvaine encourages you to think about your goals with the relationship. You can bail if you feel she’s crossed the line. Or, if she’s down, so to speak, you can try to work her new passion into your relationship. Hey, it worked for Charlie Sheen! Oh wait…

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How To Talk To Your Children About Divorce

Knowing how to talk to your children about divorce is imperative. If you're going through the big "D" and unsure how to approach your children, collect yourself and take some time to think it over. Sometimes it's not what you say, but how you say it.

1. Pick the right time. Before school, important events or late nights are not good times to talk to your children about divorce. Choose the right time-when everyone is fresh, receptive and ready. Another typical place families talk about unpleasant matters is the dinner table. Do your children a favor and only talk about the divorce outside of routine family events.
2. Age appropriate. When talking to your children about divorce, remember about child development. What you say to a toddler versus an elementary school child versus a teenager varies wildly. Remember to be age appropriate. Also, only disclose what the child needs to know. Never down talk the other parent.
3. Enlist your partner's help. Your partner can help you talk to your children about divorce. She may be out the door and on her way to being your ex, but she's the mother of your children. Can you work with her to get on the same page?
4. Enlist the help of a professional. It may be that talking to your children about divorce is too much for you to handle. Or you and the children's mother may be at odds. If the process is overwhelming or the children are in too much pain, enlist the help of a professional. Your attorney can make suggestions if you're unsure which therapist is the best.