WARNING: The article below may contain highly unerotic materials which may offend certain minority. Do not read if you may find yourself unduely insulted for reading this.
Well, as usual, I give credits to people whom I read their blogs. Aaron Sim has never fail to amuse me with his... conventional relationship material which he picked up somewhere, I guess. (His credits go to Stephanie Eldred) And as the usual, with a lil' twist of fate, some sugar and spice, everything might turn up a bit nicer than before.
Public affection has been in store long before the time our parents was even born. So heck, don't expect me to go long-winded on the history, since I'm never good at it. Every people has an opinion of his/her own regarding public affections, whether if they are appropriate, or they are just mind-blowing actions.
I do agree that, in someplace, sometime ago, you and your significant other might value the opportunity to hold hands as an after-marriage act. Kissing is reserved for the first wedding night for fear of pregnancy, and hugging can only be done when the wife gives birth to the firstborn. Well, ancient, isn't it, given the lack of biological knowledge at that time? Perhaps, we could go to the other extreme where you make out with your lover everyday without fail, more than the number of meals you had each day. And yeah, premarital sex is no longer an option for these modern couples. It is a MUST, 3 times daily.
With such a wide range of difference, it is rather hard to strike the notch of balance.
Mathematically speaking, try for the 'mean', within 1 standard deviation, such that you'll be able to please at least 68% of the public population.
Medically speaking, avoid sexually transmitted diseases (STD's).
I've stumbled upon this COOL meter, which was kinda amusing, in fact:
Hands Holding - Cool meter 9/10
"Grabbing your girl’s or guy’s hand in public, whether to get him/her in the right direction or just to feel ‘attached’ is fine in any setting, well except those that I see on campus where a couple hold hands and walk in a distance of say .. 10 meters. Well it isn’t intimate enough to make people around you to feel uncomfortable but it’s nevertheless good enough to make your partner feel the status of ‘couple’."
YM's remark:
I find no reason to get him/her in the right direction or just to feel attached. This reason for dependency is unjustified. Your significant other is no blind man/lady. Well, unless you're steering your man from looking at the hot chick across the road or steering your lady from the mega sales. But that's another different story.
Hold because you feel like it, and release when your hands are bound to be busy, especially when you're on the road. Just because there aren't reports doesn't mean that it never causes accidents. Believe me, they do. The last thing you want to do is to harm your innocent backseat passengers.
"“Hey there!”… and then you give a kiss is totally fine in standard relationships. Obviously not when you are in a professional environment and vary in situation. Keep it simple and brief in the public. Don’t get into all that continues tongue action and arse grabbing throughout the course. "
A peck on the lips, cheeks or forehead is fine in public as you are on the go. Lips smacking in public? Save it for your wedding day or your farewell.
Tongue action should be left in private, since no one is going to love watching drooling sight of deep kissing. Watching a head in the mouth due to deep kissing is the last sight one might consider. Or not at all.
Do practise at home in front of the mirror if you intend to perform in public. The public appreciates good art, and also able to differentiate art from baboon love-making session. And remember to keep your hand off limits in public. You might be fined for straying into forbidden territories.
Love Declaration - Cool Meter - 1/10
"You are not reading a war and peace protocol in the UN meeting center. What you see in the movies and television is does not work as how it should be in real life. In Chinese movies, they go… “Ah Mei … Wo Ai Ni! ~ “yelling at the top of his lungs smack in the middle of a mall. (get the picture?) Nope you can’t do that. These 3 words are reserved in the most highly emotional moments and should remain private between the 2 of you. And it is done naturally and smoothly with no added introduction statement and further conclusion statement. It’s only within the earshot of your partner when you let loose the 3 words."
YM's remark:
Just like any declaration made, there isn't any fulfilled. You do not want to send the wrong message, do you? A simple assurance of "I Love You" in private would be short but sweet.Nothing fancy should be tried unless your significant other attempts at seeking public attention. There might be success when it is done at the right time, right place, and for the right occasion including on how did you do it. Just avoid shrieking your voice when you are shouting at the top of your lungs.Therefore, save yourself from such embarassment. Doing it in private would be less challenging and sweet to most guys/girls.
"What happens at home stays at home. The last thing anyone needs to know is that your lady calls you her Hello Kitty and you calling her your little piggy. Even so the ’sweetheart’ and ‘baby’ and my favorite line ‘yes darling’, try to keep it a low usage when you are out with your friends. So calm yourself down and avoid calling your significant other ‘hotty’ or ’sexy’."
Hands in My Pocket” - Cool meter 4/10 (are you sure?)
"I have seen this sight a couple of times. Particularly around Central market and parks. During our high school days, walking around and putting your hand around her waist into her back pocket is a sign of your couple status. Then again, that was 5-10 years ago. Nowadays, I don’t think you would want to invade your girl’s space, it just… tacky and pathetic."
YM's remark:I've seen this all the time, particularly among young adults rather than high school days. To me, it is more of convenience. It leaves your partner's hands free to tend to other matters, as in shopping, u lil' pervy. Again, it's a matter of choice of the individual. I do not find myself offended at all, if you ask me. Just don't start grabbing or you might find a mark on your face.
CONCLUSION:
Again, I would like stress that I was really amused by the COOL meter because it causes more confusion. Affection, is not meant for public, but for each other. Take a drama class if you crave for attention. Don't attempt to be cool and start making stupid moves just to impress others. Do not be bothered by the COOL meter, as love could not be judged by numbers. Affection is an art, and beauty lies in the eye of the beholder. No fret, my friend. Do whatever you fancy, but do be considerate and think of others as well.
