Using Spring to Spruce Up Dating

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  • Sunday, April 03 2011 @ 10:19 am
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It’s been a long, cold, hard winter. But there’s a glimmer of light on the horizon; spring is on its way. We’ve passed Valentine’s Day, but now is the season for romance. Why? Simply put, we’re coming out of hibernation - at least, we should be.

For those looking to meet people the “old-fashioned” way, now is the time to get out in public and mingle. As the temperatures warm, people are leaving the warmth and isolation of their homes and congregating in the sun, be it at a park, a ball game, a flower show or an outdoor mall. Now is the season to be social - and unlike the winter holidays, there’s actually less social pressure. Instead of a holiday party where you’re expected to bring a date, in the spring and summer you can go to informal barbecues and impromptu Frisbee sessions. This season brings less formality and increased social options.

Those who prefer to stick with online dating sites can take advantage of the warmer weather as well. The sunny season provides interesting alternative first-date options - bird-watching, carnivals, badminton - that are more difficult to come by at other times of the year, when you’re confined indoors. And what better way to keep your profile fresh than to signify that you’ve embraced the warmer weather with open arms? Having a seasonal headline, a new default picture featuring the green of spring, or mentioning the outdoor activities you have planned are all easy ways to update your profile.

After spending a winter indoors, it can be easy to forget to get out in the fresh air. Making an effort to really enjoy the season has obvious benefits - mental, physical, and romantic. Why not take a cue from the birds and the bees?