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Have you made any of these monstrous mistakes?One of the most effective ways to initiate communication and let a guy know you are interested is by flirting with him. Flirting demonstrates your confidence and lets the guy see your intriguing, feminine side. However, flirting can backfire or take you in an unintended direction if not done correctly. The following are seven flirting mistakes you should avoid:

1. Playing games. Playing mind games or playing "hard to get" are never good. It may work here and there, but guys with any level of self-respect will not keep chasing a girl who plays games. If you are interested in a guy, show him you are interested or he will move on. Also Read: How To Flirt Like A Pro

2. Being disrespectful. Sarcasm and humor can be effective tools when flirting. Humor keeps the discussion relaxed and sarcasm can show him your fiesty side. However, you want to be careful not to be mean-spirited. You don't want to offend him or embarrass him in front of other people. Teasing a guy about something he says or

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One writer reflects on the object of resentment in her marriage—which saved her husband's life.My husband joined a gym.

He lost ten pounds.

In a matter of months, he started to look like Popeye. And I resented it.

It's a rather embarrassing thing to confess that you resent your husband for getting in shape. Afterall, isn't that something every wife desires in her marriage? To see her husband taking care of himself physically?

My husband Terry has always been active. He is a builder/contracter, so he is accustomed to physical labor. I do sporadic walking on our home treadmill along with daily stretching. Our son, however, has been after us for several years to join a gym to work on cardio and strength training. Terry did feel he was losing some strength and was experiencing more joint pain. He was also self-conscious about his abdomen, an area he never seemed to be able to lose weight. But his dad always had a big stomach. Also Read: Avoiding Exercise? How to Find a Passion for Fitness

So last January my husband joined a local gym where some of our friends are members.

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Ready to get a lean, sleek and sexy body? Get started with this fool-proof plan.Maintaining an active, healthy lifestyle is not only important for your body, but for your soul, as well. Below are ten simple steps that will get you the lean, sleek and energetic body you crave and will keep you nourished and happy.

1. Create an exercise plan. If you're not seeing results from your exercise routine, it's time to kick it up a notch. How about throwing in a few intervals, completing high intensity bursts of movement, trying a new type of cardio routine or changing your running route? The key to exercise results is consistency along with a dose of "muscle confusion." When muscles don't know what to expect, they react. This leads to a sleek, toned look and a faster metabolism. Also Read: 7 Steps To A Sexy Beach Body

2. Visit your local farmer. Now is the time to search out where your local farmers are so you can enjoy the freshest fruits and vegetables without any of the chemicals, herbicides and pesticides that are found on many supermarket varieties of produce.

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Do you love your partner enough to try them out?Falling in love is a beautiful thing. It can be all-consuming, and make you feel like like you can take on the world. But, sustaining long term love can be difficult. Here are 50 ways to strengthen the love you and your significant other have. This is a comprehensive list to loving better and getting back to the feelings you had when you first fell in love.

1. Make your loved one your first priority. If the phone rings in the middle of a discussion, let him finish what he is saying and then pick up the phone or call back.

2. Leave "I love you" notes on his Facebook page. This will let your partner and his Facebook friends know how in love you both are.

3 Share. Share your love, fears and responsibility. Do not be greedy by trying to be all and do all. Excluding him from your life will push him away.

4. Try not to argue over finances. Instead of arguing over money, brainstorm ideas of saving and earning more together.

5. Make an "I love you" phone call. Call your him now just to say

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Bold makeup trends that any guy will find irresistible.What activity makes you feel absolutely irresistible? According to our Irresistible You (IY) survey, 41 percent of women find that putting on makeup is one of the activities that most boosts their self-confidence. On top of that, 40 percent of women say their eyes are their favorite feature, while 20 percent love their lips/smile. What does this mean? We ladies love taking care of our gorgeous faces - they are, after all, what visually projects our personality to the world - and we want them to look as irresistible as possible. To keep your face beautiful, this summer, here's a roundup of the hottest summer makeup trends - plus, tips and tricks on how to make them look amazing for you.

Written by Samantha Escobar for YourTango.com.

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Bill and Giuliana head to Denver, Colorado to exicitedly await the arrival of their son. According to People, the power couple known as Bill and Giuliana Ranic has decided to head to the mountains and hang out in Colorado for the month of August just in case their first son via surrogate-who is due in Denver in six weeks-decides to come into the world a little early. The Rancics made the decision to have a baby via surrogate after Giuliana was diagnosed with breast cancer and required a double mastectomy. It was their Denver-based fertility doctor that suggested the procedure when they ran a routine mammogram before Giuliana went through with invitro fertilization. Because of this, the Ranic's already have a strong connection with the state of Denver, which in return helped ease any fears that Bill and Giuliana had when picking a surrogate. Also Read: Giuliana Rancic & 9 Celebs Who've Battled Breast Cancer

"Giuliana was more concerned about the surrogate eating fried chicken," Bill joked to an audience of 600 at the Vail Breast Cancer Awareness Group luncheon the couple

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Here are some tips that will help you connect with your children.No matter how old your children are, even if they are adult professionals, it is never too late to connect and build strong relationships. These tips are simple but effective ways to communicate your love and support and to celebrate loving connections. Also Read: 10 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Spank Your Kids

As a parent educator, I see so many families who forget to use common courtesy with each other. Always treat your children with the same respect you hope to see them use when relating to others. The way you talk to your kids will determine how they respond to you.

Here are five ways to effectively communicate with your children:

1. Tell them what you want, not what you don't want. If you state your wishes in a positive manner you will get a better response. Don't say, "Stop pushing your brother. Don't do it again or you will be sorry." Instead try, "When you push someone they can fall and get hurt. I want you to use your words if you want him to move."

2. Tell them what you

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