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Sep 24, 2019 0

Royal Celebrity Couple Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Hold Hands on Tour in South Africa

Posted In: Celebrity News
Cupid's Pulse Article: Royal Celebrity Couple Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Hold Hands on Tour in South Africa
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. Photo courtesy of The Royal Wedding 2018 Live / Twitter

By Hope Ankney

In royal celebrity news, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have officially started off their royal tour in South Africa! The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were given a very warm welcome as they walked hand-in-hand to the Nyanga township. According to People.com, the two were on their way to the NGO workshop called Justice Desk which teaches children about self-awareness and safety. The program is also said to teach self-defense and female empowerment to local, young girls.

This celebrity couple is staying close while on tough in South Africa. What are some ways traveling with your partner can bring you closer as a couple?

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Sep 12, 2019 0

Celebrity Divorce: Sarah Palin’s Husband Files for Divorce After 31 Years of Marriage

Posted In: Celebrity Break-Ups, Celebrity News
Cupid's Pulse Article: Celebrity Divorce: Sarah Palin’s Husband Files for Divorce After 31 Years of Marriage
Sarah Palin. Photo: PRN / PRPhotos.com

By Ahjané Forbes

“[It’s] impossible to live together as husband and wife,” said Todd Palin, who filed for a celebrity divorce from former Alaskan Governor Sarah Palin on Friday, September 6. Todd Palin called it quits on his birthday pointing to “incompatibility of temperament between the parties.” According to UsMagazine.com, the former Republican Vice President candidate has not commented on the filing. However, her celebrity ex does wish to have shared custody of their son, Trig, who has Down syndrome.

This celebrity divorce comes after multiple decades of marriage. How do you know when to call it quits on your marriage?

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Sep 10, 2019 0

Celebrity Exes: Kristen Stewart Is ‘So Happy’ Ex Robert Pattinson is Batman

Posted In: Celebrity Break-Ups, Celebrity News
Cupid's Pulse Article: Celebrity Exes: Kristen Stewart Is ‘So Happy’ Ex Robert Pattinson is Batman
Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson. Photo: Away! / PR Photos

By Hope Ankney

In celebrity news, it’s nice to know that Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson are celebrity exes who are actually on good terms. According to UsMagazine.com, over the weekend, Stewart gushed over how happy she was for Pattinson snagging the role of Batman. Speaking to Variety.com at the Toronto Film Festival, the actress exclaimed, “I feel like he’s the only guy that could play that part. I’m so happy for him. It’s crazy … I’m very, very happy about that. I heard that and I was like, ‘Oh man!’ It’s awesome.”

These celebrity exes still show each other support in their careers. What are some benefits to staying on good terms with your ex?

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Sep 9, 2019 0

Celebrity Exes: Tyler Cameron Sets the Record Straight on Feelings for ‘Bachelorette’ Hannah Brown

Posted In: Celebrity Exes, Celebrity News, Reality TV, The Bachelorette
Cupid's Pulse Article: Celebrity Exes: Tyler Cameron Sets the Record Straight on Feelings for ‘Bachelorette’ Hannah Brown
Tyler C. and Hannah Brown. Photo: ABC

By Hope Ankney

In celebrity news, The Bachelorette runner-up, Tyler Cameron, has officially set the record straight about where he stands with Hannah Brown. According to EOnline.com, the star popped on Twitter Wednesday to dismiss claims that he had been shading The Bachelorette star. What started with an accidental liking of a tweet shading Brown ended with Cameron writing a series of tweets defending her. Sharing how much respect he had for Brown, he stated …that girl deserves no shade and nothing but success. She empowers women and deserves all the accolades. She empowers women and created so much conversation on how women should be treated. I am grateful for our time together and all that I learned from her.

These celebrity exes are keeping their feelings positive all the way around. What do you do if your ex is throwing shade at you?

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Sep 9, 2019 0

Celebrity News: Brody Jenner is ‘Happy’ for Miley Cyrus & Ex Kaitlynn Carter

Posted In: Celebrity Break-Ups, Celebrity News
Cupid's Pulse Article: Celebrity News: Brody Jenner is ‘Happy’ for Miley Cyrus & Ex Kaitlynn Carter
Brody Jenner says he never dated Lauren Conrad. Photo: PRN / PRPhotos.com

By Hope Ankney

Three cheers for supportive exes! In celebrity news, Brody Jenner is speaking out about his ex, Kaitlynn Carter, and her new fling with Miley Cyrus. According to UsMagazine.com, Jenner is “happy that Kaitlynn’s moved on and found love.” The two celebrity exes, reportedly, have no hard feelings towards one another. They had a clean split that helped them to stay close friends, allowing Jenner to not be bothered by Carter and Cyrus’s relationship.

In celebrity news, Brody Jenner isn’t holding any ill will toward his ex, Kaitlynn Carter and her new relationship with Miley. What are some ways to keep jealousy at bay when your ex moves on?

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Sep 6, 2019 0

Are Lori Loughlin & Mossimo Giannulli Heading for a Celebrity Divorce?

Posted In: Celebrity Divorce, Celebrity News
Cupid's Pulse Article: Are Lori Loughlin & Mossimo Giannulli Heading for a Celebrity Divorce?
Lori Loughlin in L.A. on 12/23.2018. Photo: STPR / PRPhotos.com

By Meghan Khameraj

In the latest celebrity news, Lori Loughlin and Mossimo Giannulli may be headed for a celebrity divorce. According to a source for UsMagazine.com, the famous couple of over 20 years are struggling to maintain their relationship in wake of their college admissions scandal. In March, they were arrested for reportedly bribing the University of Southern California with over $500,000 to accept their daughters, Bella and Olivia Jade. Since then, Loughlin and Mossimo have disputed over issues such as the use of their private jet and the rejection of a plea deal.

There may be another celebrity divorce headed our way. What are some ways to get through a tough time as a couple?

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Sep 4, 2019 0

Celebrity Divorce: ‘Jersey’ Shore’ Couple Jenni ‘JWoww’ Farley & Roger Mathews Finalize Divorce

Posted In: Celebrity Break-Ups, Celebrity News
Cupid's Pulse Article: Celebrity Divorce: ‘Jersey’ Shore’ Couple Jenni ‘JWoww’ Farley & Roger Mathews Finalize Divorce
Jenni "JWOWW" Farley and Roger Mathews. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos

By Meghan Khameraj

In celebrity news, Jersey Shore couple Jenni ‘JWoww’ Farley and Roger Mathews has finalized their divorce after announcing their separation in September 2018. Farley and Mathews share two children, daughter, Meilani, 5, and son, Greyson, 3. This celebrity divorce won’t be ugly, according to a source for UsMagzine.com, “the former couple has put their differences aside for the sake of their children.” Mathews even attends the same family events as Farley’s new boyfriend. The former celebrity couple is committed to maintaining an amicable relationship for the sake of their kids.

This celebrity divorce has been finalized. What are some ways to re-build after a divorce?

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Sep 2, 2019 0

Relationship Advice: An Unconventional Marriage

Posted In: Dr. Greer Articles, Dr. Jane Greer, Love, Relationship Advice Articles
Cupid's Pulse Article: Relationship Advice: An Unconventional Marriage
Kaley Cuoco and Karl Cook. Photo: David Gabber / PRPhotos.com

By Dr. Jane Greer

Once upon a time, there was a very clear, natural progression of how a couple moved from one phase of their relationship to another: they dated, became engaged, got married, and, finally, moved in together. Any other choice, years ago, would have been frowned upon and maybe even whispered about. Of course, that has all changed and now we see and generally accept any choice people make, in the order in which they make it, and the way in which they commit to each other – as long as both members of the couple are on board.

Relationship Expert Advice: Have a Relationship Your Way

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Sep 4, 2019 0

New Celebrity Couple Pete Davidson & Margaret Qualley Travel to Venice Ahead of Red Carpet Debut

Posted In: Celebrity Dating, Celebrity News
Cupid's Pulse Article: New Celebrity Couple Pete Davidson & Margaret Qualley Travel to Venice Ahead of Red Carpet Debut
Pete Davidson at Netflix's "The Dirt" Los Angeles Premiere. Photo: PRPhotos.com

By Meghan Khameraj

In the latest celebrity news, Pete Davidson and Margaret Qualley went to Italy together! According to an insider for UsMagazine.com, the newly announced celebrity couple have “been seeing each other for a couple of months.” Though the couple has been together for a few months, they are set to make their first public appearance as a famous couple at the 76th Venice Film Festival.

In celebrity news, this new celebrity couple is ready to step out as an official couple together. How do you know when to take your relationship public?

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Aug 26, 2019 0

Expert Dating Advice: Three Reasons Why My Worst Relationship Brought Me to My Best Relationship

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Cupid's Pulse Article: Expert Dating Advice: Three Reasons Why My Worst Relationship Brought Me to My Best Relationship
Create VDay memories. Photo: Javier Sanchez Mingorance / Bigstock.com

By Tori Autumn

Over the course of a year and a half, the previous relationship I was in affected me mentally and emotionally. It kept me in a lot of stress, anxiety, and embarrassment. I felt like I became a different person to my friends, family, and even co-workers; however, if I hadn’t gotten in that drama-filled relationship, I wouldn’t have appreciated the current relationship I’m in.

Expert Dating Advice on How to Use a Bad Relationship for Personal and Romantic Growth

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Aug 22, 2019 0

Celebrity Break-Up: Find Out Why Katie Holmes Ended Relationship with Jamie Foxx

Posted In: Celebrity Break-Ups, Celebrity News
Cupid's Pulse Article: Celebrity Break-Up: Find Out Why Katie Holmes Ended Relationship with Jamie Foxx
Katie Holmes and Jamie Foxx. Photo: Janet Mayer / PRPhotos.com; Pixplanete / PR Photos

By Ashley Johnson

In the latest celebrity break-up news, Katie Holmes officially made solidified her split from Jamie Foxx after six years, on Monday, August 19. Just four days earlier, Foxx had been spotted out with a mysterious blonde, and then not too long after was spotted with singer Sela Vave in Hollywood. According to UsMagazine.com,, a source said, “It has been many years of him stepping out with other women. He’s disrespectful and their lives were different. His partying ways don’t fit with hers as she’s focused on raising her daughter and working.”

In celebrity break-up news, Katie Holmes had her reasons for breaking things off with “disrespectful” Jamie Foxx. What are some ways to know your partner is respectful?

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Aug 9, 2019 0

Celebrity News: ‘BiP’ Star Caelynn Responds to Blake Releasing Their Texts

Posted In: Bachelor in Paradise, Celebrity News, Reality TV
Cupid's Pulse Article: Celebrity News: ‘BiP’ Star Caelynn Responds to Blake Releasing Their Texts
Blake Horstmann. Photo: Instagram /@balockaye.h

By Ashley Johnson

In a celebrity interview with UsMagazine.com, Bachelor in Paradise star Caelynn Miller-Keyes opened up about the scandalous text messages between her and Blake Horstmann. She says she thought that she and the reality TV star were on the same page and explains how mortified she feels.

In celebrity news, the Bachelor drama is heating up! What are some ways to make sure you’re on the same page with a potential partner before getting involved?

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Jul 19, 2019 0

Celebrity News: Ben Higgins Says ‘Bachelorette’ Hannah Brown’s Sex Confessions Are ‘Confusing’

Posted In: Celebrity News, Reality TV, The Bachelorette
Cupid's Pulse Article: Celebrity News: Ben Higgins Says ‘Bachelorette’ Hannah Brown’s Sex Confessions Are ‘Confusing’
Ben Higgins. Photo: Instagram/higgins.ben

By Katie Sotack

In Bachelorette news, former Bachelor Ben Higgins is confused by Hannah Brown’s sex confessions in the most recent episode of her season. On a podcast interview with Bachelor Nation, Higgins admitted that Brown’s statements on whether having sex on the show was a wise decision seem contradictory. According to UsMagazine.com, this news comes right after Brown and contestant Parker participated in a raging fight on screen and social media war off screen on the issue of sex with multiple partners.

In celebrity news, Ben Higgins is confused about Hannah’s seemingly conflicting sex admissions. How do you know when it’s the right time to get physical with your partner?

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Jul 11, 2019 0

Royal Celebrity Parents: Meghan Markle & Prince Harry Are ‘Enjoying Each Day’ with Baby Archie

Posted In: Celebrity Babies, Celebrity News
Cupid's Pulse Article: Royal Celebrity Parents: Meghan Markle & Prince Harry Are ‘Enjoying Each Day’ with Baby Archie
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. Photo: Landmark / PR Photos

By Katie Sotack

Royals Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are stowed away in  Windsor and “enjoying each day” with their eight week old celebrity baby, Archie. According to People.com, the celebrity parents are focused on giving Archie a peaceful start to life, hence the escape to a private cottage. A royal source says they are “basking in the glow and enjoying each day”. Like all new parents, the royal couple are living soulfully in their new baby’s needs and wants, discovering his newness every day that they spend with him.

These royal celebrity parents are enjoying the time with their infant son. What are some ways to bond as a couple in the face of parenthood?

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Jul 11, 2019 0

Celebrity Couple News: Are Elijah Wood & Mette-Marie Kongsved Engaged and Expecting?

Posted In: Celebrity Babies, Celebrity News
Cupid's Pulse Article: Celebrity Couple News: Are Elijah Wood & Mette-Marie Kongsved Engaged and Expecting?
Elijah Wood. David Gabber / PRPhotos.com

By Katie Sotack

In celebrity couple news, congratulations are in order for Elijah Wood and Mette-Marie Kongsved, who are rumored to be engaged and expecting! According to UsMagazine.com, the couple were spotted shopping for furniture in L.A. While Woods wore a casual gray cardigan and jeans, his girlfriend sported a ring on her left hand and a noticeable celebrity baby bump. It’s left us to question, are wedding bells and baby cries in the future for this pair?

In celebrity couple news, rumors are running wild that Elijah and Mette-Marie are engaged and expecting a baby. What are some ways to keep your relationship private?

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Jul 1, 2019 0

Dating Advice: 3 Coping Strategies for Widowers that Work 

Posted In: Love, Relationship Advice Articles
Cupid's Pulse Article: Dating Advice: 3 Coping Strategies for Widowers that Work 
Single woman. Photo: Yastremska / Bigstock.com

People who have never experienced tremendous loss can never relate to what it’s like to be a widower and frankly wouldn’t know anything about dating a widower either. Moving on and accepting the fact that the world won’t stop turning just because it feels like your life has come to an end is quite challenging, but doable when the time is right. Below, you’ll find our top three coping strategies for widowers not sure how to deal with the stress of getting back to dating following their spouse’s death. 

Dating Advice: How to Heal After the Death of a Spouse

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Jun 28, 2019 0

Relationship Advice: What We Can Learn From The Trials And Triumphs Of Celebrity Relationships

Posted In: Dr. Greer Articles, Dr. Jane Greer, Love, Relationship Advice Articles
Cupid's Pulse Article: Relationship Advice: What We Can Learn From The Trials And Triumphs Of Celebrity Relationships
Sandra Bullock. Photo: PRPhoto/Away!

By Dr. Jane Greer

Coming out of a toxic relationship can be difficult in and of itself, and often requires an emotional detox. Even though the relationship is clearly over, you may find that you still have issues to work through. You might be experiencing not only the sadness and loss, but also pain and anxiety. If you got to this point after a tremendous betrayal or a chronic problem the magnitude of which you were not able to surmount, you probably have many questions and concerns about how you got into that situation in the first place, and how someone you loved could treat you so poorly. Sandra Bullock had a public breakup with her ex-husband Jesse James who admittedly cheated on her multiple times. Despite that, Sandra has finally found love again with a person whom she calls “the one,” Bryan Randall, and the couple reportedly couldn’t be happier. How, then, when you finally do find yourself on the other side and are ready to think about dating again, can you trust another person as well as your own judgement as you, like Sandra, move past the bad and attempt to find the good? How can you make sure you don’t allow yourself to fall into a toxic relationship again? 

Dr. Greer’s Relationship Advice Teaches Us How to Date Again After a Toxic Relationship

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Jun 25, 2019 0

Exclusive Celebrity Interview: Celebrity Fashion Stylist Brad Goreski Shares Secrets for the Perfect Sunglasses

Posted In: Celebrity Interviews
Cupid's Pulse Article: Exclusive Celebrity Interview: Celebrity Fashion Stylist Brad Goreski Shares Secrets for the Perfect Sunglasses
Lori Bizzoco interviews Brad Goreski

Interview by Lori Bizzoco. Written by Rachel Sparks.

Brad Goreski, a prominent L.A. celebrity fashion stylist, has worked with the likes of Jessica Alba, Demi Moore, and Rashida Jones. Currently the Exclusive Brand Stylist for Kate Spade New York, Goreski spares some time for an exclusive celebrity interview with Cupid’s Pulse just in time for National Sunglasses Day. In our Exclusive Celebrity Interview Goreski shares his secrets for finding the perfect pair of sunglasses for your face shape and your style.

Celebrity Interview with Brad Goreski: National Sunglasses Day and Relationship Advice

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Jun 12, 2019 0

Ask the Guy’s Guy: Should I Stick Around to Feel the Spark Again?

Posted In: Love, Relationship Experts, Suzanne Oshima, Paige Wyatt and Robert Manni Articles
Cupid's Pulse Article: Ask the Guy’s Guy: Should I Stick Around to Feel the Spark Again?
Couple missing each other. Photo: Wavebreak Media Ltd / Bigstock.com
By Robert Manni
Question from Riley A, “I feel distant in my relationship. I feel like we’re growing apart, but I want to grow together. I don’t know what to do. Should I end it, and maybe find the spark in someone else? Or stay and wait for the romance to come back?”

Should you wait for the spark to come back? Or move on?

Hi Riley:
It can be challenging when you reach the point in a relationship when things feel stagnant and that special spark is missing.
It sounds like you want to keep things going so I suggest you take a step back and consider where your relationship began, where it has led you, and how you feel about it now. Ask yourself why things may have changed and what circumstances may have affected the current lack of sparkles. The answers are usually right there when we become still and look inside.
Related Link: Ask The Guy’s Guy: Should I Follow My Boyfriend To Where His Job Is?
I also suggest broaching the subject with your partner. Ask him how he feels about things if he has any issues, and where he sees the relationship going. That will also provide context for where your relationship stands and its future possibilities.
Every relationship is different and every couple has to finds their own ways to make things work if this is what they both really want.
Take the time to look inside, then trust your gut and intuition. Ultimately, this is about your finding the happiness and love you deserve.
Good luck.
Robert Manni
If you would like relationship expert Robert Manni to answer your online dating/relationship questions, please email gillian@nvmediainc.com
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Robert is the host of Guy’s Guy Radio, featured on Blog Talk Radio and available on iTunes, Stitcher, and TuneIn. The weekly podcast features interviews with relationship coaches, entertainers, authors, wellness experts, spiritual teachers, sports personalities, and a weekly “Guys’ Guy’s Guide” exploring current guy-focused topics.

His novel, THE GUYS’ GUY’S GUIDE TO LOVE, praised as the “men’s successor to Sex and the City,” has been developed into two feature-length adapted screenplays, a scripted television series (pilot and treatment), and a series of non-scripted Guy’s Guy show concepts.

Robert has appeared on broadcast television (NBC’s Morning Blend, WPIX11 Morning News) and is a frequent guest across a spectrum of satellite, terrestrial, and web-based radio programs and podcasts, as well as a contributor to Huffington Post, Thought Catalog, Cupid’s Pulse, GalTime, is a featured expert on GoodMenProject and YourTango. He was also named a Top Dating Blogger by DatingAdvice.com.

Robert developed the Guy’s Guy Platform to help men and women better understand each other and bridge the growing communication gap between the sexes. He continually creates a fresh, robust palette of timely Guy’s Guy content focused on life, love and the pursuit of happiness. Whether it’s navigating the challenges of dating, relationships, friendship, career or wellness, Robert explores ways to help both men and women be at their best so that everybody wins.

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Sep 20, 2019 0

Date Idea: Run Outta Moonlight

Posted In: Love, Weekend Date Ideas
Cupid's Pulse Article: Date Idea: Run Outta Moonlight
Date Beneath The Moon. Photo: Instagram/@backyardbrew_antique

By Emma L. Wells and Bonnie Griffin

Is there anything more romantic than staying up all night to spend some quality alone time with your partner? Cupid has some dating advice to deepen your relationship and love by connecting under the light of the moon. For this date idea, you need nothing, but each other…and maybe a little caffeine!

Be Playful with This Romantic Date Idea

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Sep 13, 2019 0

Love Advice: Get Your Country On

Posted In: Love, Weekend Date Ideas
Cupid's Pulse Article: Love Advice: Get Your Country On
Country Date Night. Photo: Instagram/@mddeierling

By Emma L. Wells and Bonnie Griffin

Put on your cowboy boots, because this date idea will have y’all traveling to a dude ranch! You’ll have a barrel of laughs as you ride horses, stop by the rodeo, and even learn to square dance.

Pick Up New Skills with This Country-Themed Date Idea

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Sep 6, 2019 0

Date Idea: Honoring 9/11

Posted In: Love, Weekend Date Ideas
Cupid's Pulse Article: Date Idea: Honoring 9/11
Couple at 9/11 Memorial. Photo: Instagram/@911memorial

By Emma L. Wells and Bonnie Griffin

Date ideas can’t always be about romance, flowers, and fun. Some days, like September 11th, need to be spent in reflection and deference for spiritual renewal. The terrible events in American history on this day still have repercussions that reverberate in our society nearly 18 years later. September 11th is known as Patriot Day and is a national day of service. Cupid has some dating advice for a date night to mark this significant occasion.

Connect With Your Partner With This Volunteering Date Idea

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Aug 30, 2019 0

Date Idea: Kidnap Him!

Posted In: Love, Weekend Date Ideas
Cupid's Pulse Article: Date Idea: Kidnap Him!
Couple in Cancun. Photo: Instagram/@samruuiz

By Emma L. Wells and Bonnie Griffin

Of course, we don’t mean that you should actually kidnap your sweetheart! But a faux kidnapping surprise is a great way to spice up your relationship and love. This date idea is about catching him off guard and showing off your spontaneous side.

Be Romantic and Exciting With This Spontaneous Date Idea

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Aug 23, 2019 0

Date Idea: Back-to-School Cookout

Posted In: Love, Weekend Date Ideas
Cupid's Pulse Article: Date Idea: Back-to-School Cookout
Host a barbecue with your partner. Photo: Blend Images / Bigstock.com

By Emma L. Wells and Mara Miller

What’s the best way to prepare for the new school year? With a party, of course! Enjoy the last few days of summer by hosting a back-to-school cookout with your beau for all your friends. Use this relationship advice to bring you and your significant other even closer. You don’t have to be in school for this date idea either! Backyard barbecues are fun no matter what age you are. It’s time to fire up the grill and make some ice cold drinks for everyone to enjoy.

Plan a cookout for a fun and relaxing date idea this weekend!

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