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30 Tips to Treating Your Girlfriend
Nope, this is not part two.  I think we need a break, ne?  And this stuff I saw on Gwen's LJ seemed for the most part true, but with plenty of room for commentary, so I'd like to post it here.  As a fun note, this was originally written by a guy.  Oh, and my comments are in the parenthesis underneath.  Just cut 'em all out if you want to post this somewhere...

1. Whatever you do, don't just show up at their house...they run around in their underwear just like we do.

(It's nice to get surprises, though sometimes, yes, I would definately mind.  That's a tough call...gaaaaaah...)

2. DON'T CHEAT ON THEM. It may seem foolproof, but girls tell each other everything about everything. Trust me, they WILL find out and you will be screwed.

(This goes for everyone.  Cheat is bad.  No do.)

3. Beware of every single male relative and all guy friends. Any of them would kick your ass at the drop of a hat, and a lot of them wouldn't even wait for the damn hat.

(XD Actually I am more seeing Fuzake laying out some brutal beatings.  Beware the three-inch platform boots!)

4. NEVER miss an opportunity to tell them they're beautiful.

(Aww...)

5. DON'T refuse to kiss in front of your friends. If they laugh at you, it's because they're jealous.

(^///^)

6. If they slap you hard, you deserved it.

(As a note, biting doesn't count.  I bite all the time.  I have never seriously slapped though.  I don't need to.  Chris is nothing less than a gentleman.  ^.^)

7. Don't be afraid to touch them if you want to. If they're going out with you in the first place, it's because they like being in your arms.

(We don't have a problem there.  We practically spent all of yesterday either hugging or holding hands.)

8. If you don't sleep with them, DO NOT tell your friends that you did.

(Doi.)

8.5 If you DO sleep with them, DON'T tell your friends that you did.

(Without permission first.  Everyone likes to gossip, I'd just also like to know what's going around.)

9. You can be dirty minded in private, really...most of them are not offended by it...

(Hah, well, I'm dirty-minded in public a lot of the time, so...)

10. Not all of them eat like birds, a lot of them can eat like whales.

(Yea.  Don't look at me when I eat.  I'm a pig...)

11. Most of them don't mind paying half of everything, but they do discuss these things with their friends. Realize that if you make your girlfriend pay half all the time, everyone will know about it and your friends will know you're a pussy...

(Again, Chris has no problem with this.)

11.5 Do you honestly need all your money that much? Be a man, pay all the time!

(Actually, I'd be happy to contribute when I get some cash.  It's only fair.)

12. Every girl should eventually get three things from her guy- a stuffed animal, ONE OF HIS SWEATSHIRTS, and a really PRETTY RING. Even if it's not a serious relationship.

(Pfft, screw the ring, I hate jewelry.  And Chris only has one sweater, but I have borrowed it before.  And I gave HIM a stuffed animal.  XD)

13. Make sure she gets home safely as often as you can. If you're dropping her off, walk her to the door. If you aren't dropping her off, call to be sure she's home safely.

(That isn't necessary, in fact it'd probably get annoying.)

14. If a guy is bothering her, it is your right to beat the shit out of him.

(Whoot!  Fight!)

15. If you're talking to a female friend of yours, PULL YOUR girlfriend closer.

(Aww, that's a cute mental image.  Still, I've never really met a female friend of his that isn't a female friend of mine, so I wouldn't know how jealous I might get.  (Yes, Normal can get really jealous.  She tries not to be, but...)  Anyway, I might not even get jealous at all.  We'll see.  (So far I haven't felt anything negative towards any of his female friends.))

16. NEVER, ever slap her, even if it's just in a joking way. Even if she swats you first, and says, "Oh, you're so dumb" or something, never make any gestures back.

(XD  You wouldn't need to.  Poke me in a tickly spot and I'm down for the count.)

17. Go to a chick flick once in a while. She doesn't care whether you enjoy it or not, it just matters that you went.

(Okay, here's the rule.  If you don't drag me to movies I'll hate, I won't drag you to ones you hate.  Quiche?)

18. You're dead meat if you can't get along with their pets, parents, and best friends. Be prince charming to their friends, Mr. Polite to their parents, and make sure to be nice to their animals.

(Are you kidding?  Everyone <3 Chris!  Am I right?)

19. Don't flirt with their moms...that's just freaky.

(But giving them hugs is more than okay.  It's like they're your mother too!)

20. Don't be freaked out by PMS. It's not gross, and it really does make them feel like shit, so be understanding.

(*insert grueling rant here*  Um, yea.  I'll try not to talk about it so much though.  I know I go a bit overboard on the subject.  But yes, it really does suck.)

21. If you don't like the way they drive, you do it.

(That's a scary thought.)

22. If you're officially dating, and you're introducing her to your friends, you'd better damn well introduce her as your girlfriend.

(Again, this hasn't come up yet.)

23. Don't stress where you go for every date. They really only want to be with you.

(Date?  Who needs to go on a date?  Seriously, we've been on what, two or three?  Mostly we just chill at someone's house.)

24. If they complain that something hurts, rub it for them without being asked.

(I'm pretty sure he already does this.)

25. Girls are fragile. Even if you're play fighting/wrestling, be very gentle.

(I don't think I've ever been hurt during play-fighting.  Chris has, but I haven't.  And by the way, THAT WAS AN ACCIDENT AND YES IT'S ONLY HAPPENED ONCE.  Someone always gets hurt when we're being 'frisky' though.  ~_^  (Mark THAT on your list of 'Things I Never Needed to Hear'))

26. Memorize their god damn birthdays. You forget her birthday and you're basically screwed for life.

(Oh don't worry, I don't let ANYONE forget it's my birthday.  In fact, I've already started compiling the infamous birthday wishlist.)

27. Don't marinade the cologne, but smell good.

(He usually does.  I don't know what the heck his shampoo is, but no matter what the cost it stays when we move in together.)

28. Don't give her something stupid for her birthday or Christmas or Valentine's day. It doesn't have to be expensive, but it has to be meaningful.

(No it doesn't.  I'm giving you a joke Christmas gift, so you can give me one!  Actually, I think I'd prefer a well thought out joke to anything I can put on my list.  It shows that time and effort went into coming up with the perfect gag.  But, if you want to do meaningful, go right ahead!)

29. If you think the relationship isn't going to last, don't wait to find out. It will only hurt her more if you draw it out.

(Aiee.  Actually, that's my bad (last relationship).  Gavin tried to break up with me not too long into it, but I reacted badly and it made him feel bad.  Gah.  It would have saved the both of us a lot of trouble later.  A LOT of trouble.)

30. After you've been dating for a while, realize that they really have started to trust you. When you have a girlfriend who truly trusts you, you have a lot more responsibility, privilege and control than you would think. Be careful with it, most guys would kill for that kind of power, and it can be lost in a nanosecond.

(I know that my trust won't be abused.  I only place it when I really mean it.)

Well, that was fun.  As with Gwen I'd like to ask all girls out there if they thought this seemed mostly true, and all guys if they knew all this stuff or learned something new.  And I'd just like to say that, quite often, your best judgement will be a million times better than these tips.  All girls are different, right?  Just do what you think is best.

Oh and girls, your boyfriends are human too.  Treat them with just as much love and respect as they deserve.  (I don't think anyone has a problem with this, but I had to point it out.)

I'm so lucky to know so many great people.  =^.^=