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Relationship do's and don'ts

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javelin

5/13/2008 02:37 EST

Hi, I am in a relationship with a Peruvian girl who I see once every 3 months when I visit on business. The rest of the time we keep in touch via e-mail, Skype, etc. I seem to regularly get in trouble with her over things that I say (type) and was wondering if anyone had any advice about things that tend to get the Peruvian ladies worked up. I suspect that it is mostly due to language problems, but there may be more to it (cultural also??). I am trying to understand her a bit better, thats all.......

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fifacupmundial

5/16/2008 02:15 EST

i live in the usa with my gf and her family....there are some musts you need.....
1) If its a serious relationship...you need to get along with her family, or it most likely wont work, particularly her mom...b/c if the mom doesnt like you she will do all she can to destroy your relationship; 2) You need to be very affectionate with her......buy her cute little gifts, do whatever she asks if it doesnt push the limits....be very outgoing socially with people, be gentle and sweet....the last thing a peruvian girl wants in a tosco man...which means rough.....man i could go on for ever......never call her by her name...always use something like mi amor....3) be very expressive....also be careful...and hold your ground because peruvian gals are very stubborn...always be polite..and be on your best manners....even though latin manners may be different....listen and do what your girlfriend tells you to do when it comes to behaving around her family and in her country...she is only trying to help....give me specifics...and ill help you even more....

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Orchid2105

6/2/2008 08:52 EST

Hi, when you have a partner there, especially if you are in a serious relationship, usually you are introduced to family and friends. They are all connected and if the family of your dear one likes you, than it is easier. My partner has four brothers and lots of friends and I found myself in a very huge family.Although I speak fluently Spanish there are cultural differences that I am still learning and that sometimes make me discuss with my partner, such as some expressions I use in my origin language that are not well seen and perceived there. But with patient, good will and lots of love you overcome the cultural differences.All the best in your relationship.

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