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**September 20, 2014**

Hi again avid followers, newcomers, future exes and my future husband,

First date with the engineer went... well it went... I was infatuated with his intelligence, drive and the fact that he wasn't too overly New York.  

As fast as the text messaging exchange started it stop. Maybe because I wouldn't sleep with him. Maybe because he talked about his ex during our date. Maybe because it wasn't even a FUCKING DATE.

RANT! I drove almost two hours to a place in New York I have never been and figured I would never see again. There was no dinner. There was no drinks. I sat in a living room while he awkwardly tried to make out with me the entire night. Also he totally smelled like garlic and reminded me of a guy I work with... it just didn't add up to success.

My #marriedbymonday fantasy didn't add up. And that is why I was on hiatus since September. Falling in love and falling in lust. Two different things. I'm over the lust and ready for love... unfortunately there are far too many frogs for me to kiss. 

      Pucker Up! 

XOXO

**ME**

Fall Dates - That won't break the bank

Hi again avid followers, newcomers, future exes and my future husband,

As I am anticipating my first meet/date with the Engineer I have the task of suggesting places to go. Now this date is going to be unlike others, considering we will approximately 2 hours apart. But so far he is completely everything I would want in my perspective significant other. Don't worry I have prepared a tell-all article devoted completely to him. 

Everyone boosts about springtime being for lovers, but what about the fall? Fall-- the time for football, warm apple pie, boots, over-sized sweaters and pumpkin everything! But what about those Fall dates?

1) Find a local Festival –

 Locally you can find tons of Fall Harvest Festivals or maybe even an Oktoberfest.  Challenge your date to a pumpkin carving contest or grab a beer and cheer on the contenders of a pie eating contest. In and around Eastern PA you can find more than a dozen fests to attend between the end of September to the middle of November. Many of which are free to the public! Grab your significant other or a group of friends and plan a day or night out of it.

2) Check out a local Brewery/Winery-- for the 21+ crowd – 

Here is a bit of trivia for you – Did you know in Pennsylvania there was a reported 103 craft breweries and 150 wineries! If that doesn't get your taste buds going I don't know what does! Many of which include free tours and tastings. I would suggest using www.brewtrail.com you can create an free account and you are on your way to a day of drinks and fun! Hint:: Have water bottles and snacks available in the car and plan a great restaurant stop. 

3) Local rival college or high school football/soccer game -- 

Are you both from the area and avid sports fans? Nothing can bring some competition into a relationship then checking out an alumni event. Go get a pair of tickets, place some friendly wagers and enjoy the game!

4) Enjoy the Great Outdoors -- 

Maybe you are both of the active type (or like me, want to earn those drinks). Hiking is a great couple or group activity that costs you virtually nothing! Check out www.everytrail.com for some great trail ideas in any state. Most trails and/or state game parks allow picnic lunches in specific areas -- be sure to double check on the website! 

5) Crafts and Carving (or just get creative) -- 

Not in the mood for much driving or big crowds? Get yourselves pumpkins, a carving set and a few Fall craft beers. 

Now Ladies and Gents - Get out there - date - Fall in love, in lust and into the arms of somebody who makes you a better person. 

XOXO 
**ME**