I’ve already shared my stance on the term ‘holi-dating‘ (spoiler alert: Anti!). But what about its floozier sister, the holiday hookup? I’m all about Vixens tying themselves up to Dasher during the festive months; and a sleek iPad doesn’t have to be your only hookup this year. Because it’s a long time until spring. And let’s face it, once mid-winter touches down, you have a .00001% likelihood of leaving your house for any reason besides to buy a bottle of wine and go to work (not necessarily in that order). That’s why you need to strike while the iron is hot – meaning, when you have a new dress begging to be shown off at the five parties you were invited to tonight. Tomorrow, too.
Even if another holiday party sounds like the worst way to reel a hookup (one too many mistakes under the mistletoe, we’ve all been there) don’t think that a boozy bash is the only place you’ll find your season’s casual meetings. Just remember this: the holidays are not an excuse for being careless or unsafe, nor a reason to feel bad about being single. No one needs a bundle of fresh regrets heading into the new year. That means you should probably say “no” to your ex. But always “yes” to bear skin rugs.
Help a sister/brother out: The holidays have a way of making most everyone look inward at how they’ve spent the last year. Blame it on Santa Claus and his whole “naughty or nice” bit. That’s why, for the naughty and not-nice-enough, volunteering opportunities tend to pop into the general consciousness with extra force around this time. Helping out at a food bank or homeless shelter has all sorts of feel-good benefits and is a great way gain perspective when you’re down with the winter blues. But don’t underestimate its abilities to draw together fellow do-good singles, who are all about harnessing compassion and going the extra mile for someone. Enough said?
That’s in line, not online: You’re going to be spending a lot of time in lines this season. Make the most of your wait by getting off your Blackberry and striking up a conversation with the guy behind you. Nothing could be easier than asking for a “man’s opinion” between two gifts for your dad or (imaginary or real) brother, or slipping in a compliment on his good taste in TJ’s 3 Buck Chuck wine.
The weather outside is frightful: Remember how easy life was during summer, when singles inhabited streets and open cafe’s like ants? Well winter hasn’t killed off the population completely. The cold weather can’t keep anyone away from nursing warm beverage at a cafe or bar. In fact, it only keeps them in longer. While bars are an easy hookup source in general, the weekday winter crowds are a lot thinner, and better suited for getting a good look at the person you later take home.
Nice ugly sweater I know I said holiday parties were not always the best place to meet a hookup. But when you’re co-erced, via your best friend from college, to put on that tacky sequined, battery-operted Christmas sweater yet again, you might as well have a fun reason to take it off later, right?
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