10 Valentine's Day tips from a ten year-old

Last year, my husband, daughter and I were talking with our then ten-year-old son about relationships, marriage and the like. Despite maintaining that he would never get married, our son did feel he was in a good position to dispense advice for people going on a first date. My scribbled notes while we were having the conversation have resurfaced in a recent filing frenzy. Here they are:

Emmanuel's tips for going on a first date

1. Never mention bad stuff like your dad's farts or a disease

2. Let her start the conversation first

3. Listen

4. If you talk about a hobby, and she doesn't seem intersted, move on

5. The restaurant shouldn't be first class because you'll have to wear a sports jacket, and not third class because that's bad. The restaurant should be second class.

6. Think before you speak

7. Always be yourself because if you move in with her and you change personaility, she may not want to go with you

8. Never mention ex-girlfriends

9. Try to stay off the wine because you might get drunk

10. Pretend you are speaking with someone you speak with everyday - relax.

Wishing you a happy Valentine's Day!

Image by George Mifsud

Comments

[Irena]

That is wise coming from a ten year old

[Brad Wilson]

Wow, what a great list! You could compare it to 100 made by full grown men and it would be in the top 3 for sure.

[Spiri]

Thanks Brad, we thought it was very wise too! Best, Spiri