Maybe you're in town for a family reunion and you just aren't feeling it, so you've found yourself at a diner drinking coffee next to a cute girl. Maybe you're on a trip across the country by bus before you settle down, just to see what's out there. Picking up a girl while you're traveling is fine, as long as you remember to keep it light, be straightforward, and live in the moment. Approaching it like a normal pick up will only frustrate both of you. If you feel as though you have to lie or omit information to pick up a girl, you're wrong. It won't do either of you any good to pretend. Besides, some women find the idea of a date with someone who's “just passing through” intriguing or exciting, because there are likely to be no strings attached. You won't know until you make it clear that you're in that situation. Traveling also makes for an interesting topic of conversation, so you probably won't have to try very hard to find things to talk about. Just mention that you're just visiting for a few days, and ask a question about the local area. Most girls will be happy to answer with their opinion on it, and just like that the conversation will be rolling along. You don't have time to be shy or demure. You want a date, a night out with someone you've just met and are unlikely to see again. The girl won't know you feel that way if you just try to “warm up” to her all night. Instead of getting her number, suggest that she come on a date with you now, before you're gone. Ask her for ideas on where to go, and offer to pay the tab (as usual). The key to picking up a girl for a short-term fling is to show her what you want (a fun night out together) and go for it right away. If you have someone waiting for you at home, don't pursue anyone else while you're away. It's cowardly and unfair, and it will weigh heavily on your conscience long after the fact. Imagine how you would feel if you knew that your girlfriend had a hot weekend with some random townie from five states away at her last family reunion, while you were sitting alone and missing her company the whole time. No momentary impulse or minor crush is worth jeopardizing the relationship you already have. If you believe you're ready to end that relationship, do the right thing and end it first. Don't sneak around behind your girlfriend's back like some kind of spineless weasel. Once you're officially single, you'll have plenty of chances to fool around with other girls.

Summary: Understand the travel romance dynamic. Be upfront. Be quick. Be faithful.


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1/2 to 3/4 cup light beer (Corona is a good choice) 1 cup gold tequila (the white versions don’t mix well with beer) triple sec to taste (the sweeter the better) juice from 1/4 to 1/2 of a lime 1 tbsp sugar carbonated water chipped ice

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Fill approximately 2/3 of the way to the top with your herbs. Fill almost to the top but take care not to overfill or spill. Stack the trays if you are creating multiples. Don’t leave trays in the freezer for too long as other food in the freezer may intermingle with the cubes, compromising the taste. Release the cubes in a clean plate or surface. Make sure each bag is clearly marked with the date and contents of each cube. Use cubes for up to 6 months or for two seasons (freeze in the summer and use for fall and winter meals).
Summary: Fill each compartment of the ice cube tray with herbs. Add olive oil to each compartment of the ice cube tray. Cover the tray with plastic wrap and place in freezer. Freeze overnight or for several days. Remove trays from freezer and pop cubes from tray. Place the cubes in plastic freezer bag. Return the well-sealed bags to the freezer and use as needed.