Tips For Bringing Home Your Mate this Holiday Season

November 10, 1:17 AMMiami Dating Advice ExaminerVictoria Granado

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It's that time of year again.
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The most wonderful time of the year is upon us yet again.  This is the time of year when small and large chaotic families alike celebrate Holiday cheer through various traditions; some reignite pie-making rivalries; others gear-up for marathon shopping on Black Friday; and most find various ways on how to eat turkey. Yet as fun as all these "traditions" sound, there is one that could bring a foul stench to the Holiday table.

Bringing home a significant other, is the one Holiday act that no one really looks forward to, and should not attempt with out proper guidance. Just follow these quick tips for a season filled with genuine cheer.

Survival Tip #1: Prep Them for 20 Questions
Whether it comes from an over bearing sibling or an over aggressive parent; it's always a good idea to prep your mate for a good old fashioned family interrogation. So make sure they're ready for the onslaught.

Survival Tip #2: Do Not Leave Them Alone with Crazed Family Members
We all have those family members who just don't get it. They are the ones who may talk excessively, have aggression issues or who are just plain weird. If you want your mate to come back for seconds, make sure to give them a light serving of crazy for their first meeting.

Survival Tip #3: Leave the Pillow Talk for Later
No one wants to see you sucking face in public so why do it in front of family? Not only is it a bad idea to get thisclose in front of family, but it also leaves a less than stellar impression. So if you want your family to respect your new squeeze, keep the pillow talk and excessive touching to a minimum.

Survival Tip #4: Stay Away from Alcohol
A little eggnog might be okay, but try to stay away from excessive drinking. No parent wants to know how their son or daughter got it on in the backseat of the car.

Survival Tip #5: Avoid Deep Conversations about Politics and Religion
We all have specific opinions about the world, and we have the right to express them. But expressing them at the Holiday dinner table is just bad manners all around.  As a matter of fact, make sure to prep your mate on all of the touchy family subjects beforehand and all should go well.