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This post will show you simple rules and tips to date by. Don't let another Feb. 14 go by dateless. With advance planning and
a little encouragement, you'll be well on your way to meeting other eligible singles.

Rule No. 1
A Friend Comes Before a Lover

Who wants a mate who doesn't enjoy the same things you do? Success lies in finding things that bring you together -- not apart. The more you're together learning about each other's likes & dislikes, you're able to set the stage for something meaningful.

Rule No. 2
Don't Let Familiarity
Breed Contempt

The better we know people, the more likely we are to find fault with them. Don't let bitterness come between you and others -- it will only push you further apart. Have new experiences to keep it fresh and moving. That might just mean being a friend first.

Rule No. 3
Listen for Once

It's not always about you. Step back and look beyond your immediate self to learn what makes others tick. You can learn a lot -- open your eyes to something new. And who knows, maybe your friend now becomes something more.

Rule No. 4
Make the First Move

Don't wait for them to reach out to you, make plans to catch up today, whether it's a long lost love or someone cute you met just last week. Don't let your destiny fall in someone else's hands -- pick up the phone now. Maybe something can be rekindled after all.

Rule No. 5
Share the Spotlight

One is a lonely number, but two can be lots of fun. Shifting your vocabulary from ''I'' to ''We'', says you understand the basis of any relationship. This can provide an immediate connection for others who are just starting to learn who you are and 'if' you'll become something more