But eventually, those puppies need to breathe, and if you don't want your new lady-friend to catch a glimpse of your troll-feet, stop neglecting them.

Eat with others. Research shows people tend to match their food intake to their dining partner. Eating with a lady friend should mean 35 per cent fewer calories.

A lady friend of mine, dreams: She is at the opera. It is a Wagnerian performance, which has lasted until 7.45 in the morning.