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I Know He’s Hot! I Can Hear It In His Voice.

Annika HarrisJuly 18, 2008 //

Have you ever been attracted to someone whom you only heard, but had not seen? Well it turns out that through our senses, we are able to judge a potential mate’s health and reproductive genetics–reflected in the symmetry of their body–via the sound of his/her voice. In a recent study, published in the Journal of Nonverbal Behavior, participants listened to recorded voices and rated the voices based on attractiveness according to nine characteristics, including approachability, intelligence, sexiness and warmth. The researchers found that men and women whose voices were deemed approachable, sexy and intelligent were the most attractive overall. And the voices rated the most attractive were from those whose bodies were the most symmetrical. But a sexy voice and symmetrical body have nothing to do with the attractiveness of a person’s face. And researchers are still unable to objectively quantify a “sexy voice.” [Tango] Keep reading »

Three Questions To Ask Yourself Before Moving In Together

Lindsay A.July 18, 2008 //

It’s almost August 1…which means a couple things. One, I need to return that skirt I just bought or I’ll be broke at rent time. And two, leases are coming to an end, which means more and more couples will take the plunge and move in with each other.

As someone who just took the plunge and moved in with her boyfriend for the first time, I can tell you it’s everything it’s cracked up to be. It’s fun, convenient, cost-effective, and the next logical step in our relationship. But how are you supposed to know when it’s the right time? Keep reading »

A Hug Or Cuddle Doesn’t Always Mean It’s Time For Sex

Catherine StrawnJuly 17, 2008 //

Relationships expert Dr. Pam Spurr writes in The Times (U.K.) that one of the secrets to a lasting relationship is touching without sex, i.e., hugs and cuddling. But men have been discouraged from a young age, around 9 or 10, not to ask for hugs, so they find intimacy difficult and think their girl cuddling with them means she’s in the mood for sex. Basically, it seems like you have to retrain them to realize that hugs are just nice by themselves sometimes. If you have forgotten how to hug, here are some instructions for the “Lover Hug”: “Extend your arms toward him and hold them around his neck and shoulders. Lean as close as possible and press your torso against his. In situations of extreme intimacy, interlocking your leg in his is appropriate. Avoid holding arms below his shoulders and/or embracing strongly and tensely.” [The Times, U.K. and wikiHow] Keep reading »

Love Vandal: Half A Dog, Half A Name

Catherine StrawnJuly 15, 2008 //

Amelia was so distracted by her dog Lucca’s cute butt that Gul___’s name got truncated. Give your best guess in the comments.

Have you seen graffiti that’s kind of sweet (even if it is against the law)? Send us a pic at tips@thefrisky.com. Keep reading »

Long-Distance Relationships Are Expensive, Especially In This Economy

Catherine StrawnJuly 15, 2008 //

Fuel prices are affecting bank accounts, that’s for sure, but did you know high prices might be influencing relationships, as well? An article in The Washington Post discusses the effects of increased plane ticket prices on long-distance relationships. It seems that as a result of the current state of the economy, many going the distance are either seeing each other less often or reducing their spending on other extras. I never quite understood how people in LDRs did it in the first place — they seem so taxing.

Greg Guldner, the director of the Center for the Study of Long Distance Relationships says it’s too soon to tell whether the economic downturn will truly affect LDRs, but high prices do seem to make couples more stressed. However, his research shows that people doing the long-distance thing don’t need to see each other a certain amount of times — like every month — to make their relationship work. “People who buy into those myths who now can’t afford to [travel] are now facing quite the dilemma,” Guildner said. “Because if they believe that the relationship won’t work if they don’t see each other once a month, they may be making decisions about either ending the relationship or ending whatever it is that’s keeping them apart.” [Washington Post via Tango] Keep reading »

British Birds In Love

Catherine StrawnJuly 14, 2008 //

A swan couple in England that has been together for seven years was forced to spend 10 days apart after the male was attacked by a dog. The dog severely injured the poor guy’s left wing, and the swan had to be rescued by firefighters in a boat, treated by a vet, and nursed back to health at a wildlife rescue center. The “cob,” which is the term for a male swan (females are known as “pens”), was then released, and the pair of swans swam toward each other and lovingly rubbed necks as if they had been apart for an eternity. This would be really sweet if a swan hadn’t bitten me (unprovoked!) when I was about four years old. [ShropshireStar] Keep reading »

Dealbreaker: The Super Religious Guy

Amelia McDonell-ParryJuly 14, 2008 //

First date. He comes to my apartment for a boxed wine party a deux, his enthusiasm for Franzia leading me to believe this is the exact person I should be dating. And he’s cute. He’s real cute. Over the course of the evening I find out that he’s smart. He’s a self-proclaimed “literature guy.” He’s funny. He reaches over and pushes aside the hair that’s fallen in my eyes while I’m laughing. I like him. And then he says, “There’s something I need to tell you…”

Ahh! Enter the inevitable dealbreaker. (My, don’t you look familiar!) When he then confesses that he “can’t have sex right now,” I breathe a huge (and embarrassingly audible) sigh of relief. I’m thinking, “No big deal! He’s just a hermaphrodite or something! I’ll learn to love it.” But when I ask why, I find out that no, it’s not something simple like a combo of boy and girl parts down there, it’s much more complicated than that. This guy can’t have sex because, well, he’s very religious. Keep reading »

For The Week Of July 14-20, 2008

Kiki TJuly 14, 2008 //

Virgo (August 23 – September 22)

Just because they’re your friends, doesn’t mean they can’t talk out of their asses. Take their opinions with a pinch of salt, but if possible, change up your normal social scene. Hanging with new faces in new places will be way more adventurous, putting you right in line with sexily seedy encounters and clandestine affairs.

Libra (September 23 – October 22)

You know you work better in cruise control than in 5th gear. So, as your impatience grows with a bourgeoning relationship, realize that setting up the friendship groundwork is your best play right now. After all, do you really know what you want? No, it’s your ego that’s driving you to this brink of insanity. Slow down your eager beaver, when it’s right, you’ll get some.

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)

You may not see it right now, but slowly you’re becoming the master of the universe. The power you’ve been craving is slowly saddling up next to you and soon you’ll be able to call the shots in your life the way you like. Although this might be more about your career than love, one will feed off the other and like the laws of attraction will dictate, perfection will be yours.

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)

You’re all about high ideals. If you can’t have hope, then why even bother? This will mean cleaning out your closets, cell, and computer of that pesky someone that has been weighing you down. Once you rid yourself of the emotional baggage, you’ll see your optimism soar back to working levels and that getting a grip back on yourself is just a trash bag away.

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)

Conversations with your boo will overwhelm you this week, as tables get turned and priorities get rearranged. Although this phase will be more talk than action, know that it’ll be the motivation behind these conversations that mean the most. Let’s just say you have this one wrapped around your pretty lil finger.

Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)

What you see, might not be what you get. While you’ve been putting your efforts in one direction, another road will pop out in front of you and throw you options that’ll have you feeling like the hottest snatch on earth. Know it, love it, and own it, as the selection will be delish and guaranteed to make your head do more than just spin.

Pisces (February 19 – March 20)

Just talking a big game will be more than enough to keep you in the game. With work responsibilities piling up, you’ll hardly have enough time for you. So, while that someone special will be chomping at the bit to get more of you, muster up your best sense of diplomacy and give just a little. If anything, playing the mysterious tease will win you bigger power down the line.

Aries (March 21 – April 19)

A slow and sluggish mood will be hitting your brain and you should totally let it ride until the weekend — because by then, spontaneous invites arrive and exciting opportunities to show off your flair will be apparent. Expect to be the life of the party and turn it out everywhere you go, boosting your ego beyond normal proportions and loading up your pocket with numbers.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

This week, your cosmic message is sent to you from The Smiths, “Shyness is nice and
shyness can stop you from doing all the things in life you’d like to…So, if there’s something you’d like to try, if there’s something you’d like to try, ask me I won’t say no, how could I?”
Don’t be your own worst enemy; make the move if you want it.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

Stop looping your mind around mysteries of another that you don’t really want to figure out. Instead, take a proactive stance, start transmitting your enigmatic self into the ether and set the pace for the world to revolve around you. What does this mean? Throw a house party this weekend and see what fate brings to your doorstep.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

If you truly mean what you say, then put your money where your mouth is. Whatever the sitch with your man of the hour, you’re going to have to step it up. It’s time to take the trip together or meet the family. Yes, it’s do or die time and whichever that next step, invest into it and make it the moment perfect. The dividends returned will be worth your while.

Leo (July 23 – August 22)

A little combative energy never hurt anyone. In fact, it could add a new spice to your love life that’ll make things in the boudoir just that more interesting. With the ball in your court, be creative with how to steer your extra aggression this week, as the planetary alignment inevitably will make you feel 1000xs more headstrong, impatient and uncontrollably passionate.

Flowers Ever Week For A Year: A Brilliant Gift Idea

Catherine StrawnJuly 11, 2008 //

For his wife’s 29th birthday, a man gave her 52 tiny envelopes each filled with a handwritten love note and enough cash to buy herself fresh flowers. Check out the beautiful blooms she’s bought so far. Gentlemen, this is the basically the sweetest gift ever. If you can’t find the perfect gift for your lady friend and she loves fresh flowers, she will basically be obsessed with you after you do this. I know I would be. [Year of Flowers on Flickr via A Cup Of Jo] Keep reading »

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