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Divorced and Married. Grown kids and four teens. Tattooed and untattoed. Blogging and facebooking.
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Meet Beth and Laura, aka TwoBroadsCasting.
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Did you watch the Cougar? Why?
Are you going to join us for this ride?
We are going to watch and talk about The Cougar!
So Beth and I both watched The Cougar. Well, actually, Beth could only bring herself to LISTEN to it……I actually watched it. We both agree that it is a train-wreck we are definitely going to watch! While Beth seems to think that it might be kind of cool/flattering to be a 40something woman living in a house with a bunch of 20something guys…….I got the distinct impression that it would be a lot like being a 40 year old woman living in a Frat House. And, quite frankly, I found Frat houses to be kinda gross even when I was in college. Fortunately for Stacy AKA The Cougar, there is Vivica Fox on hand, who looks like she could drop-kick anyone of those boys who might get out of hand. We both wonder how long Stacy is going to have to keep that smile pasted on her face. The lines these boys are tossing out are PATHETIC!! And we are looking in to calling DCFS to see if we can get that 21 year old boy out of there. SHEESH! Does he not have a Mom??
Stay tuned…..they testosterone hasn’t even begun to fly yet!!
Valentine’s Day Quick Here Are 5 Gifts Under 5 Bucks!!
5 Gifts in Under 5 Bucks in Less than 5 Minuets
1. Grab a clear vase or to be green and environmental friendly recycle like I did the PomTea drink add heart candies pour in glass, then add some peeps on a stick, place them in the glass and make it look like a flower arrangement an whala…beautiful, green, easy and fast
2. Grab a cookie sheet, you can get at a house sale cheap cheap, place a piece of fabric the size of the cookie sheet and glue it on with a clear tacky glue. Then attach a border around the cookie sheet add a ribbon and you have a magnetic bulletin board. You can also buy some magnets or make your own, attach a note and you have a quick easy useful non-fatting gift.
3. Get some wine glasses and write a message on the glasses add a bottle of wine if you want, and tie them together it’s a nice easy gift.
4. Make some great coupons. You can get very creative. Laura likes to give her kids a day off from school coupon that they can use for a day with mom. Or get creative and leave some coupons around the house for your lover and feel the love.
5. Bake some cookies. We made some fun shapes, and some we couldn’t post on the video. We made a picture fame cookie and added a photo of something they love.
Please let us know what you think. We will have a drawing for a $50.00 dollar gift card when you add a comment or sign up for our feed this week. We want to meet you and also add your link to our site.
Men You Must Read This…If your single/recently divorced..
7 DATING TIPS FOR RECENTLY DIVORCED/SINGLE MEN
It is common to hear women rag about men and how clueless they are about dating and dating etiquette. But truth be told, they are at a bit of a disadvantage when it comes to jumping back into the dating scene after a long hiatus (aka being married!). To begin with, we women have loads of articles in magazines geared toward dating, how to “get” a man, how to “keep” a man, how to “turn a man on”, etc. etc. Ever since we were old enough to read Seventeen Magazine, we have been devouring articles about boys/men and dating.
Not so with men. So, in the interest of fair play and better dating for all, we Broads will start doing shows/blogs to help you guys out. Use this info for good….not evil!!
1. BEFORE YOU EVEN CONSIDER GOING ON A DATE…..get a woman you are close with and will give you the hard truth. Think friend, sister, Aunt. Probably not your Mom, who thinks you are perfect the way you are. Invite that woman over to your abode and get her to go through your wardrobe with you. If you have stopped being that concerned with your weekend wardrobe and the last time you went shopping for dating cloths was back during the disco era, you will most likely need to go shopping. Here is what to look for in a nutshell…….COOL JEANS!! Your friend will be able to point you in the right direction and tell you if your butt looks good in them. Next on your list…..stylish button down shirt which you will wear…UNTUCKED!! This is not only fashionable but good for those of you who are trying to hide a few pounds. And then, shoes!! I know, I know…….you don’t understand or care about shoes. We do. What can I tell you. Get at least 2 pair that you can wear out on a date. NO NOT GYM SHOES!!!
The next thing you need to do before entering the dating pool is MANSCAPE!! We have been waxing, plucking, shaving, etc for years. Welcome to the party! Just say “no” to hair in your ears, nose or back of your neck. For when dates become a bit more intimate….I think I can speak for all women when I say….WE DO NOT LIKE BACK HAIR! Some women may not mind it……but no one is jumping up and down, calling all there friends and bragging about how great your back hair is. Get rid of it!! And the “fun zone”…the “action area”….what can I say? If you haven’t got the memo….shave or at the VERY least trim that area!! Seriously!! I mean it. If you want us to “visit” you need to tidy up!!
2. Tell everyone you know that you are open to start dating!! You may
need to join a dating site at first. If you have spruced up your look and are gainfully employed, your friends will probably have women to fix you up with.
3. Once you get the name and number…..CALL!! We were probably given a heads-up and are waiting for your call. Don’t snooze…you may lose! And do call her back if you get voicemail. Do not text or email!!
4. Be a MAN WITH A PLAN!! Asking a woman out is part one. Having a plan for the date is part two. DO NOT ask us what we want to do. Sure,,,,it seems nice. BUT, we are chicks. We make plans all the time. It is such a pleasure when a man has a new restaurant in mind or tickets for a concert or play. Just so long as we don’t have to plan it….we are thrilled. Remember, the woman you are asking on a date is not you wife!! No doubt you are use to your ex-wife making social plans. Well…..in the early stages of dating….ball is in your court!
5. Do not pressure her for sex!! I do not care what your buddies might have told you about the 3rd or 4th or 5th date. If you click and things just happen then you are lucky. But if the woman you are out with is reasonably attractive, she has guys putting the moves on her a lot! Stand out from the crowd in a good way and practice restraint. Kissing, hand holding, hugging….all good. Going to rip off her cloths and then pouting when she says “no”…..bad.
6. In this day and age, women might want to drive themselves to the first or second date. If you still want to appear chivalrous, ask her to call you once she gets home safely at the end of your date. We like that. It is a nice touch.
7. A genuine compliment is always nice. Provided it isn’t vulgar or rude. I was on a first date where the guy told me, “You have nice cleavage.”! Not a great compliment on a first date!! Here is a great tip. If you think you may like this woman and happen to like her perfume….compliment it and ask what it is. THEN REMEMBER IT!! If there should be more dates with her in the future…a wonderful first present would be that perfume, or same scent in a body lotion. Shows you are not only generous but thoughtful!! We LOVE that!
Dating Do’s
The Broads Talk about Dating Do’s
Beth and I spoke about dating DO’s on our last podcast. It is a topic that is on the mind of any adult recently thrown into the dating world again. If the last time you dated was in the Regan Era, dating now is about as different from those days as is the economy!! And because women aren’t the only ones confused about how to approach the dating scene, I am writing this blog with guys in mind as well. Everyone ready? This is a beginner’s level “class”, take notes…..there will be a test!!
DO LOOK GOOD! Duh, right? But you would be surprised at what some people think is the right way to pull yourself together for a first date. Just because it may only be a casual first meeting is no reason to ignore good grooming. Keep in mind that old saying…”You only have one chance to make a first impression!” So nails done, hair looking good, and a little cologne……not enough to replace having showered in a few days! And guys….I know you don’t get it, but trust me, invest in a nice pair of shoes and a good watch. What can I tell you? We notice those things.
DO COMPLIMENT YOUR DATE. Nothing major, you don’t need to gush. But do find something about them that you can flatter them about. It can be anything from the color of there eyes to the choice of restaurant. Even if it isn’t a “love connection” it is always nice to be complimented. Think of it as good dating “karma”!
DO BE INTERESTED AND INTERESTING. One of the most difficult things about dating in your 40’s, is that you actually have a life that can be a bit tiring and overwhelming. It is hard to have worked all day, dealt with kids and homework issues, or maybe having fought with the ex, and then get on your “game face” for a first date. Dating requires you to be upbeat and have some interesting things to talk about. No one wants to hear about your horrific boss, ex, or child. So either suck it up, or reschedule your date. We are all busy so if someone is making time to be with you, be good company!! And ask questions of them. You don’t have to be Barbara Walters but expressing interest in the person sitting across from you is just good manners.
DO BE UP ON CURRENT RETAURANTS,PLAYS, ETC.
This is particularly true if you are a guy. Maybe you have just came out of a long marriage where your ex-wife made all the plans. Guess what? Unless you have a really unusual relationship with your ex, you will have to think up things to do on your own! Nothing can be more disappointing to a woman than when a man asks her out but doesn’t take the time to plan anything. Trust me, we do not consider you saying “lets just do whatever you want” to be thoughtful. It is just plan lazy. Find some fun things to do and keep them in the forefront of your mind. We love a man with a plan!
DO BE PROACTIVE IN YOUR DATING APPROACH.
Unlike back when we were teenagers, the dating pool has shrunk! And it is unlikely that Mr. or Ms. Right is just going to knock at your door. You are going to have to get out there. Join an internet dating service, tell everyone you know that you are single and ready to date, ask for fix-ups and smile at cute strangers. Be as positive as you can be and remember…dating is not for babies! If you have the right attitude and patients, you may find the next love of your life!
The 2broadscasting talk with their sons about “Momma’s Boys”
“Momma’s Boys” is a new dating series that centers on three possessive yet loving mothers who must help their complacent sons choose the perfect woman - and ultimately poses the question: “Who is really the most important woman in every man’s life?”
Over the course of six weeks, viewers will watch intense, emotional showdowns and rivalries, as well as raw, personal moments between mother and son. All of this will unfold as 32 single women - some classy and some brassy - vie for the attention of the three eligible bachelors and their mothers who live with them throughout the series. “Momma’s Boys” will uncover the conflicts between a mother’s wishes and a son’s desires and reveal the truth about who plays a more crucial role in a young man’s life - his mother or his significant other.
“Momma’s Boys” is a production of Ryan Seacrest Productions and Glassman Media. Glassman and Seacrest are the executive producers. Eliot Goldberg and Grant Julian will serve as co-executive producers.
Cougars Jump Back Into the Dating Pool
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