“Hearts, Stars...and Horse shoes?”

Currently listening to: “One More Time with Feeling” –Regina Spektor

Hey Vic’s world! Tin Tin to the rescue! BOOM! I’m taken over for a second. He gave me an inch, and like the devil, I’ll take the whole nine yards. Cue cynical laughter wahahahaha…
Actually, I think Vic’s been waiting for this and I’ve been putting it off because, one, I lack blogger’s confidence, and two, I felt like I didn’t have anything useful to share…Until now! It’s more in reference to his last blog. Since he’s addressing the pending topic of the month- Valentine’s Day, I think I’ll retaliate just to press some buttons. Ready? Cracks knuckles Here we go!

Ladies, we are only one of two things when it comes to Valentine’s Day:
1) LOVE IT!! (Like Cold Stone 48 oz. “Love It” size ice cream cups.)
OR
2) LOATHES it. (like the way you love the pimple on your face screaming “squeeze me.”)

Whether you are a lover or a loather of the day, don’t be a pessimist and rain on everyone else’s parade. Shoot, better yet, join them! The worse thing that could happen is that you get a sympathy vote and a free drink or meal. Shrug who knows! You gotta take a chance.

Now, if you’re ready to get your V-day on, Ladies (and possibly men), here are a few pointers for YOU to consider:

#1: DRESS UP. I don’t care if you’re having dinner at home or going out, make the best of the occasion and be a show stopper for your boo or your bff’s! Make some memories and make them pretty! Try to remember the day as “the day we broke necks.” If someone is taking the time to make you his or hers, at least give him or her the respect to have pride in you for a day. Then, you can go back to your sweat pants and uggs, aight?

#2: VALUE EVERYTHING. We are told by society to “appreciate the small the things…” but on this day, the day a man consciously lowers his pride to please you, the least you can do is blush and outwardly show that you’ve been blown away.

#3: RECIPROCATE. Love is a two way street. Ladies, you might be pretty, and he might be paying for everything (even emotionally) but give back please. For the sake of all women, don’t be a greedy b*tch and expect everything and give nothing in return. I’m not referring to putting out (but hey, if that’s your thing, to each his own), I’m talking about matching his efforts; tick for tack. This isn’t your wedding day ladies, it’s Valentine’s so try to be just as creative as your he or she is. Give him or her a framed picture of you two, allow them to dance with you, shoot! Say thank you ,damn it! Lol! It’s really not rocket science, but for the sake of those who somehow mesh the two; here you go. A few ideas I could give away are:
• Create a “reasons why I love/like you” book.
• Mixed tape , err….CD/playlist? (I can’t keep up with technology).
• Cologne. If you’re too scared to tell him what scents you like, get it for him. Don’t make it hard for him to find out what YOU like on him. Seriously, ‘nough with the mind games.
Lastly and most importantly.
• Your time. Your undivided attention is always a win. Guaranteed.

Just listen to ATL and “make it up with love…”

Whatever you choose to do, have a AMAZING Valentine’s Day!! You only get one day at a time; make the most of it.

I hope that was insightful. Now go and enjoy yourselves!


I’m done.
Thanks for your time, World! Till next time…


Love,
Tin Tin

Thank Sweet, That Funk, That Gushy Stuff

Hey World Hey,
It's that time of the year again when lovers unite and singles suddenly become aware of their singleness. (like they haven't been aware all year... right) People get bitter because they have no one, and some desperately search for their new love for a day. It's comical to watch, and sweet as well. When two people express their love for each other during this time, everything they do is amplified and "brownie points" are added to both sides of the table. The best and most exiting love around this time is New Love. New lovers are often awkward and kind of comical around this time of year. Often they don't know what to do. Expressing love can be hard at times and it can easily be done the wrong way. So, for these new lovers out there, here are some pointers

#1 Guys: Something sweet Never fails guys, Chocolates are almost expected around this time of year. Be advised, A snickers bar does not constitute as chocolate. Go all out guys. Don't be cheap. Be creative. Anything chocolate dipped...It's over! Not only must you give sweets, You must BE SWEET as well. First timer's can even get away with borderline cheeziness...Use it while you can guys because the door closes on cheeziness after a while and it doesn't open until years later.

Girls: Let him be cheezy. He is trying hard to make you feel special this time of year. He's an awkward man. Cherish his effort. Even if you hate chocolate, fake it for him. You can tell him on St. Patrick's Day.

#2 Guys: That Funk....Dude...Dump that bottle of old spice out and buy you some smell-me-goods. Ladies Love it!!! Not only is perfume a good gift for her, during this time its also a good gift for yourself. Do yourself a favor and ALWAYS smell good. She will thank you. Hell, I'll thank you too my dude. Also, get her some flowers, Doesn't have to be roses...Be creative bro. Find out her favorite flower and get her a nice bouquet. You don't have to be cliche. You can be original, trust me she'll love that.

Girls....find that special smell you love on him and either hint him into it, or just buy it for him n say hey boy hey wear this. I Guarantee he will.

#3 Guys: That gushy stuff..Ok, his is the fun part. DO NOT SPEND MONEY ON THIS PART. Its not about what's in your wallet. It's about whats in your heart. Find out what that is, and exploit that feeling! Let it all out! Use your talents whatever they may be. Write her a poem, sing her a song. If you cant write or sing well, pull out that "free cheese pass". Men, you have to show her that you put time and effort into his. Even if it ultimately embarrasses her, the sheer fact that you spent the time and energy to do it, is a couple points for you. Cook her dinner and invite her over. Put post-it-notes in a path to a table outside with dinner waiting. DO SOMETHIN CRAZY!!! This is where you show her that you care bro. Give her 100% of your time. Put your phone away, Turn off your television. Close your computer and stop reading my blog........Not right now you idiot!......show her that she's the most important person in the world. Because at this moment, no one and nothing else matters.

Girls: This moment for him is a crucial one. Enjoy it. Swoon, melt, allow him to take you to that magical place in your heart and mind where every girl feels like a Disney princess. Even if it didn't come out exactly perfect. acknowledge his effort and reward him accordingly.


Now by no means is this fool proof. Its not even going to work for everyone, but it pretty close to working so keep at it and you'll get it. Love is a daily thing it grows as you do. This time of year is just a way to remind her that you haven't forgotten that she's important......and for all you singles out there trippin...stop hatin!!!



Enjoy that sweet, that funk, and that gushy stuff, World
                          Vic