PHOTOS: See How This Guy Proposed To His Girl Publicly At Shoprite In Lagos, So Romantic!

This unknown guy created a scene at Shoprite in Ikeja, Lagos, when he proposed to his girl yesterday.

What do you think guys? Cool or Not Cool?

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How To Make A Long Distance Relationship Work

It is definitely risky to keep a long distance relationship and if the distance is significantly far then there's a great tendency of that relationship getting ruined.

However, it doesn't mean it is impossible to make a long distance relationship work - of course it can. Here are few tips to help you handle your long distance relationship and get the best out of it.

1). Trust
The most important factor that must exist between you two is Trust. Yes, I understand that it's a difficult thing to do because you have no idea what goes on over there but you also have to understand that a long distance relationship can never work without trust.

Try your best to avoid temptations and put in the same effort to remain faithful. Don't intentionally put yourself where you can possibly get tempted. Assure your partner that there's absolutely nothing to worry about.

Avoid putting pressure on your partner when you have no idea what they're doing. Give them a little space, it won't harm you instead, it will keep things calm.

2). Communicate Frequently
This is another key to a successful long distance relationship. Communicate daily if possible. Forget what happens in the world and talk more about yourselves. Even when you don't have sufficient call credits, a text message won't harm. Don't forget the magic words, "I love you" each time you communicate. It helps. Remember, whenever you forget to keep in touch, always make up for it whenever you communicate.

3). Have Patience
You signed up for this. So, you need to wait. Have patience and always be positive.

4). Visit Often - When Possible
Are you the type who's very busy with work? Yes, your partner might understand that but dear, you do need to make out time for a visit. At least, to make them feel what you have is real, not a blind relationship. Whenever you visit, try to spend every second on important and romantic things. Don't waste the time because it doesn't come always.

5). Make Sacrifices
Love requires sacrifices. Whenever you're alone, there will be lots of temptations and things that would want to make you give up but please, don't give up. You have to wait and believe. This is part of the major sacrifices you'll make. Always believe and hope that the lonely times will someday end and good times will come.

6). Support Each Other
That you're apart doesn't mean you can't support each other. Always make it possible for your partner to contact you whenever s/he is in trouble. Whenever they're in trouble but can't reach you, they begin to believe you're of no use thereby, wanting out of the relationship. Financial, moral and emotional supports also proves you care.

7). Don't Listen To Haters
Don't just involve third parties in your affair when there's no reason for that. Most of them are haters. They would try all they can to destroy your relationship and you'll only give room for that by listening to them.

A friend of mine who keeps a long distance relationship once asked me, "Kay, my best friend advised me to ditch my man over a fight we had on the phone, what do I do"?

The first question I asked her was, "Is she keeping a long distance or traditional relationship?" and the answer was "Traditional."

How can you you seek advise from someone who isn't in a long distance relationship? Of course they'll mislead you. They're having a different experience from yours and their doubts may not reflect your present predicament. Try to handle your issues wisely. If you must seek advise, evaluate the person before proceeding. Remember, haters are everywhere.

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5 Tips On How To Strengthen Your Relationship/Marriage

Having a relationship or getting married is one thing, another thing is keeping it alive and ticking. Before listing the 5 tips, I'll tell you a short story about a friend who kept having misunderstandings with his partner. 

One day, after making several complaints to me, he said, "I'll allow fate decide the outcome of my relationship. ". 

Why did he say that when he loved his woman so much? The reason is that they just weren't getting along and most times, the causes of their fights wasn't worth it. But good enough, after counselling them both, they adjusted and today, they're living happily as couples. 

Talking about how to keep your relationship/marriage alive, there are quite a load of things you should always do but here, I'll mention just 5 important tips that should help you build and maintain a sweet relationship with your partner. 

1. Make Time for Your Relationship/Marriage When Possible:

Try as much as possible to make time for your partner week after week. For couples, having a standing date night can never be a bad idea. Even if you have kids or work week in week out, that shouldn't stop you. Communicate to your kids (if married), friends, everyone, that this night is specially reserved for you and your partner. Keep the date every week and make it your priority, no matter what comes up. 

2. Have Fun and do Pleasurable Things Together:

No matter how dry the fun might happen to be, sharing it and doing pleasurable things together fosters intimacy. A relationship is all about intimacy. Learn to share jokes, meals, funny movies, play times together - including outdoor activities. What matters most is that the activity is pleasurable and fun to you two.

3. Resolve Conflicts ASAP:

ASAP here means As Soon As Possible. I quite agree with you that it could be somewhat difficult to say sorry during a heated argument with your partner but then, try to resolve it as quickly as possible. However, it is easier to go your separate corners after having a fight but you have to know that when conflicts lingers or stays unresolved, it fosters long term hurt and resentment. It's OK for you to disagree with your partner but it's extremely important to find a solution quickly. I mean, as quickly as possible. 

4. Keep the Romance Fire Burning:

In most relationships/marriage, romance isn't an automatic occurrence. Due to our daily activities, time constraints and everyday pressures creates a tendency that robs us of spontaneity. In order to overcome this natural hurdle, romance must be consciously created. Remember, what keeps your relationship fresh and exciting is romance. It keeps the two of you close and makes the bond stronger. 

5. Constant Communication: 
The key to a successful relationship/marriage is "Communication". You don't have to be far from each other before you consider communication skills to be essential in your relationship/marriage. When your spouse/partner is away at work, do check up on him/her. A simple phone call would definitely put a smile on his/her face. You can call to ask if he/she has had breakfast/launch - whatever the scenario might be, always try to build that communication platform. It brings creates a strong bond and makes you both happy. 

In summary, Learn to tolerate. Try and understand your partner and don't forget to resolve conflicts quickly. Implement the above tips and you'll certainly enjoy your relationship/marriage. Meanwhile, the comment box is always open to air your views. 

Later my friend!

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