Beaus with Bel: 10 Tips for Dating Cupid

Bel Says:

It’s Valentine’s Day. A day synonymous with images of fat babies wielding a bow and arrow. If you know what’s good for you though, you’d remove those images from your mind. I’m sure in actual fact it is more like a guy who’s so buff he washes in turtle wax.

10 – Your parents probably have some knowledge of Greek mythology. Might be an idea to introduce Cupid aka Eros as ‘Ross’ to begin with. The last thing you need is to have your Dad feel the need to be watching your every move while you’re getting to know each other.

9 – He’s going to be popping in and out a fair bit around this time of year. Be understanding. If people could get over themselves he’d be out of a job. An unemployed and unhappy guy makes for a difficult relationship.

8 – His wings are his pride and joy. Stock up on skin and feather lotion. The tea tree oil will keep away mites and keep a nice sheen to them. Gives you an excuse to give him a back rub, and any touching of hunky guys is good news.

7 – Learn archery. He’ll want to get some practice in for the rest of the year, so his arrows will fly true. Friendly competition will give him the incentive to put in more hours. Just let him win or you’ll crush his fragile ego.

6 – Never touch his quiver… of arrows, especially if he’s not around. The last thing you need to happen is to prick your finger and fall in love with Mr. Whiskers.

5 – Don’t get frustrated with him if he sits there with you while you’re watching Perfect Match together and scoffs every time the screen slides back. He’s the man in the know. If he says it’ll never work out, then odds are, he’ll be right.

4 – His parents are the one and only Aphrodite and Ares. Gods. Your parents may feel a little over whelmed. A getting to know you dinner might be a good chance for each respective parental unit to break the ice. Tip: Ambrosia should NOT be on the menu. I’m sure the caterers at their place do it better.

3 – Don’t accept jewellery from his brothers or sisters, especially Harmonia. There’s some seriously bad juju connected with certain family heirlooms.

2 – Avoid starting arguments with his sister Adrestia. She’s not one to lose a battle. It’s just easier to not start something you can’t finish.

1 – If things don’t work out, remember, there’s only one word that rhymes with Cupid. Good Luck!