The Art of Manliness

Warning - this site could be addicting. :-)

I'm not quite sure how I originally stumbled upon this site - this original article 'grabbed' my attention.

So ladies wonder how a man might critique you as a possible future mate?

Dating Advice from 1944: How to Pick Your Right Girl - here's a few snippets to whet your appetite:

• Could you spend seven consecutive evenings in her company without being bored? (If the answer is affirmative, it is a good sign.)
• Is she a good sport?
• Is she hard on other people? (Don’t judge by her behavior to you.)
• Would she put up with all your faults if she knew them?
• Do you know her faults? Are you willing to live with them?
• If you marry her, will you also be marrying her family?
• Is she quarrelsome? (The Bible warns, “It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop than with a brawling woman in a wide house.”)

Its quite an interesting site...I'm not sure where they land theologically - but all in all a great site for men (or for women who want to better understand)!

A sampling of just a few of the pages I've browsed through - there are literally HUNDREDS of offerings.

How A Man Handles Miscarriage - I thought this one was EXCELLENT - I will definitely keep this one in mind should the unfortunate need arise.

It's amazing to read how men handle, think about stuff - I've always perceived them as such stoic beings, very little emotion, almost robotic.  This will be a refreshing adventure.

Next up...A Resolution for Romance: The 52 Loves Notes Challenge

"One of the marks of being a great man is the ability to love the same woman for over 50 years. That’s manly–hands down."

"The Challenge

The instant communication tools of today have nearly obliterated the love letter, which is a crying shame. Don’t get me wrong, I really love the tech wonders of our day. Email? I love it–so useful. Texting? Same deal. Twitter? Addictive as all get out. These are all fantastic tools for communicating with co-workers, making plans with friends–even asking for the grocery list.

At the end of the day, though, a well-written love letter communicates deep affection in a way that a bazillion texts, emails, and tweets never can."

Well ladies (or gents) there is the gauntlet thrown down, or maybe its the hammer and/or spatula.  I'm taking this as an opportunity to connect with others.  Maybe not sending 52 notes in a year, but taking time to try and really connect, not just electronically. 

Intentional, being intentional in the relationships God currently has in my life, thankful for them and letting them know.