Happy Labor Day 2010 to all the folks who read my blog here in the United States. I know I have readers (bless you, thank you) from other parts of the world, some US Expats, and others who have entirely different Holiday schedules than we do. Today The States celebrate Labor Day. Which means, most people have the day off from work. If you’re single and you didn’t actually go away anywhere for the holiday weekend, you still have today to play with. Labor Day is sort of traditionally The End of Summer, so there are a lot of Summer oriented festivities today and this past weekend. Leverage those and aim to go somewhere for a Day Trip somewhere today. Be sure to pack and use your high SPF suncreen wherever you are headed!
Beaches: Beaches are he last bastion of Summer Vacations. The beaches by our oceans, our gulfs, and by the lakes and ponds are all drawing lots of crowds over Labor Day Weekend. Head on over for at least half the day. Certainly do walk on the sand, it is so enjoyable. However, to make it easy for strangers to engage in conversation with you casually and comfortably, head on up to paved areas for walking, the board walks, and where the snack shacks and bathrooms are. Use the public water fountain. Mill about this area as well as on the benches there.
Local Fairs: There are regional fairs, special theme fairs, county fairs, and state fairs at this time of year. Head on out and have fun. Many of these fairs feature exhibits and vendors and crafts people. Stroll about and engage them in conversation. “How long have you been making these beautiful beads? They’re so interesting. What got you started in making your own beads?” This is both to engage with them, and to make it easy for others who stroll up to the booth as well to join into the conversation. Strangers will see you walking about leisurely and being engaging, vivacious, and gracious. Displaying THAT kind of behavior is magnetically attractive. Someone who sees you and observed your graciousness and warmth of personality might then press through the crowd to just HAPPEN to meet you at the next booth you walk up to.
Labor Day Civic Celebrations: Often local area governments and businesses will host some kind of a Labor Day Civic Celebration. There will be speeches. These celebrations might feature some ribbon cutting. Additionally, local business unions and associations like your local chamber of commerce might be present and present some awards. What does that mean for you? Crowds. Typically such events will have some vendors present selling soda or pop as well as some food items. Congregate near those because lining up will offer you safe conversation excuse with the people in front of you and behind you. “Wasn’t Mayor Cynthia’s speech encouraging? I’m particularly pleased with her SBO policy. Have you tried the kielbasa? Is it good?” Low key. Positive. Lightly engaging.
Happy Dating and Relationships,
April Braswell
Marriage Minded Dating and Relationship Expert
Eileen O'Neill says
September 6, 2010 at 8:25 AMApril, you give such great suggestions for things to do and places to go!
For me, Labor Day always brings back lots of memories: fun and fury!
Fun: it was the last holiday of the summer and a wonderful time to get to the beach or a picnic!
Fury: in the “good ol’ days” the next day was the first day of school 🙁
To everyone who has the opportunity – Enjoy yourselves!
Rob Northrup says
September 6, 2010 at 10:14 AMSo cool to read how you approach the world…
Your joie d’ vivre comes through in everything you post April. I am the kind of person who talks to everyone that I come across- in elevators, in lines, at the bar, or at the ballgame.
I think that most people, even people who are naturally more shy, are looking for interesting conversations and a sense of sharing life with others, even strangers. They just aren’t good at starting things- but many of them are very fascinating people when you peel off a few layers.
Your continual advice to engage with others insures that you aren’t missing friendships or relationships with those who are not as engaging…
Seize the Day,
Survival Rob
Michael D Walker says
September 6, 2010 at 3:55 PMAs always, you have a wealth of ideas to share in how to meet new people.
I really like your conversation starter asking how long someone’s been doing what it is they do. Good solid way to get someone talking & maybe get other people involved too.,
Michael
The Success Secrets
Christian Haller says
September 6, 2010 at 4:23 PMI’m glad I can finally post at your dating blog, April.
jennifer battaglino says
September 6, 2010 at 7:00 PMApril,
You really do think of everything that is dating! No stone left unturned, thoughtful, insightful, and knowledgeable. Great post and hope you had a great Labor Day!
Jen Battaglino
Dennis Perry says
September 6, 2010 at 7:44 PMThank you for your wonderful insights. Hope you had a great Labor Day. I personally, kind of hate to see the summer coming to an end but at least there is football now!
Dennis
Don Hill says
September 6, 2010 at 8:28 PMApril,
This is great…
One question though. How do you take from Low key, Positive, Lightly engaging to dinner and a movie?
Don
Rae & Mark says
September 7, 2010 at 1:48 AMAs always, your suggestions on both where and how to meet people and strike up conversations are practical and fun.
I always thought it was interesting that the better listener you are, the more you are perceived as an interesting conversationalist.
And years of working in IT as a systems analyst proved that asking questions is the best way to get involved.
Rae & Mark
Eva says
September 7, 2010 at 6:06 AMit’s obvious that you love what you do and think of everything and everywhere!
kevin hogan says
September 7, 2010 at 6:37 AMi didn’t mingle but i did get to play with my friends on their blogs!
(that and watch Pawn Stars with the family!)
Bryan says
September 7, 2010 at 6:34 PMMy wife on labor day…You really have such great advice…It seems that a person has to try and stay single if they follow your advice
Dr. Wendy Schauer says
September 9, 2010 at 7:20 PMGreat starter conversations for anyone. I tend to be on the shy side so just having a place to start is wonderful.
Yours In Health!
Dr. Wendy M. Schauer, D.C., R.K.C.
Albert Girton says
September 11, 2010 at 1:16 AMSingles dating resources like the yours here will be very useful to me as I pursue online dating! I will post a link to this page on my blog. I am sure my visitors will find that very useful.
Robby says
September 15, 2010 at 5:53 AMDeeply informative post for dating tips for single guys like me. Thanks for taking d time to share your dating advice views with everyone April.
Serena says
September 15, 2010 at 7:29 AMAwesome idea for trying to meet more singles over a holiday time! Im in the middle of redesigning my site so this came at great time for my social life, April
Betty says
September 30, 2010 at 2:18 PMExcellent reminder to get and meet other singles for dating, April. Thanks bookmarked the site for hopes to see more!
Hattie says
October 2, 2010 at 11:37 PMHi there, April. This is an excellent reminder for singles to get out of the house. May I use some of the information here in this post if I provide a link back to your singles dating advice and tips blog site?
JamesWalter says
October 4, 2010 at 8:07 PMI guess that to get the date with the best singles you must have a firm motivation for a romantic relationship.
Leslie says
October 4, 2010 at 10:14 PMHi April, a single girlfriend of mine visits your dating tips blog quite often and suggested that I check it out. She’s right, your dating advice and humor are great and your singles tips content is relevant. Many thanks for the insight you offer all us singles!
Nancy Accuminsier says
December 3, 2010 at 2:36 AMPretty nice post. I just stumbled upon your blog and wanted to say that I have really enjoyed browsing your blog posts for singles. In any case I’ll be subscribing to your feed and I hope you write again soon! Your reminder to get out over the holiday time is excellent and timely again.