“Don't suggest a meal as a first date. Only suggest (and I'd also recommend, only accept invitations to) in-person activities that afford a quick and painless exit.”
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“Do not use "U" or "R" in your messages. Is it really that hard to type out "you" or "are"?…”
“Don't send a first message after 10 p.m. on a weekend unless you want to hook up.”