Remember her name . She spoke it when you introduced yourselves. In the excitement of talking to her, of sharing feelings, of comparing life experiences, it is all too easy to forget, to forget her name. Address her by name. Melissa, a name that flows like honey from the tongue.
People are in love with their own names, and, ofttimes, it is the key to their heart.
Discreet compliments help lubricate the flow of conversation. Express admiration for her physical and mental attributes, but don't overdo it . Most women like to hear that they look good, but they can usually detect clumsy attempts at insincere flattery. There seems to be an epidemic of this sort of rudeness in certain metropolitan areas, most notably New York City and environs. Besides labeling you as a fool, this tactless question is pushy and intrusive.