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Two Beers And A Puppy? This Simple Test Will Change Your Life

It only takes 2 brews and a puppy? With all of modern psychology and various match making apps and websites you would think that science would have figured out a…

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It only takes 2 brews and a puppy?

With all of modern psychology and various match making apps and websites you would think that science would have figured out a way of seeing if you're compatible with another person. I'm sure there are tests and quizzes that you can find online to help you determine if a friendship is worth pursuing or a you just wasting precious time?

It's hard to make friends these days

Meeting new friends does get harder as you get older, you're busy with your own life and don't have as much time as you used to. If you're married or in a relationship, it becomes even harder to make new friends, now you need to meet people that your significant other will like or at least tolerate.

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Having friends is important

No matter how old you are, life is always better shared with friends. Whether it's just having someone like minded to spend time with, or having someone that is there when you need to talk or heck, even if you have some furniture to move, friends are important.

The more friends you have the better!

It has becoming more and more clear that people with multiple friends will not only a happier life, but a longer one. In fact, having friends is one of the leading indicators of how long a life you will have. Isolation is literally killing us. People that are alone or lonely have many more adverse health conditions than those with many friends. Scientists are still exploring the reasons why, but it is abundantly clears, it's much better to have friends.

Let's take the 2 Beers and a Puppy test!

If you want to reassess all your relationships to figure out which ones are still worth the time investment?  But, ironically, don't want to invest too much of YOUR time in that process?

You should try the "two beers and a puppy" method.  It's a simple two-question test that tells you basically everything you need to know about how you feel about a friend, a coworker, a family member, or anyone . . .

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1.  Would you want to have two beers with this person?

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2.  Would you trust this person to look after your puppy for the weekend?

If you can answer a clear "yes" to both . . . that means you really value your relationship with the person.  You like them and you trust them.

But if the answer to one or both questions is "no" . . . you have to make a choice.  Should you invest time into fixing the relationship . . . or is it a sign that you've grown too far apart and it's time to move on?

There you have it! Hope you enjoy the beers and make a new friend for you and your puppy!

26 Boston Restaurants Now Welcome Dogs on Patios for Unfurgettable Dining

26 Boston Restaurants Now Welcome Dogs on Patios for Unfurgettable Dining

Hold onto your leashes, Bostonians, because the city has unleashed a howling good policy!

Restaurant patios are now open to our furry friends for the summer, and it's creating a canine revolution of gastronomic proportions!

Thanks Mayor Wu! Now we have 26 Boston Restaurants Welcome Dogs on Patios

Picture this: you're sipping a refreshing cocktail, basking in the warm sunshine, when suddenly, a pack of Pomeranians struts in wearing sunglasses and tiny Hawaiian shirts. It's like a doggy fashion show, and every tail is wagging in approval. Who needs a catwalk when you have a dogwalk?

But it's not just about the fashion, folks. These doggy diners are bringing a whole new level of entertainment to our meals. From Bulldogs trying to snag a slice of pizza to Poodles practicing their table manners, it's a sidesplitting spectacle that will have you laughing so hard your dessert might just fly out of your mouth.

Not only that, but the dog-friendly patios are a catalyst for new friendships. The pooch-loving community comes together, swapping treat recipes and exchanging tips on the best doggie spas in town. It's like a secret society, where the only password is a wag and a lick.

And let's not forget the economic bone-us! More dog-loving customers mean more revenue for these restaurants. People are lining up just to be surrounded by fluffy tails and wet noses. Who needs a celebrity chef when you can have a celebrity dog at the next table?

So grab your furry best friends, Boston, and head to the nearest dog-friendly patio. It's a summer sensation that will make your taste buds and your tail wag with delight!

Just remember:

The program depends on individual restaurants applying, so it's a good idea to check before you show up with Fido.

Wu’s office shared a list of guidelines for dog owners at any of the new pet-friendly spaces:

All dogs must always be leashed or in a pet carrier.
You’re not allowed to let dogs eat off plates.
Dogs also aren’t allowed to sit on the table or in chairs.
Consider bringing your dog a disposable water bowl.

Here 26 Boston Restaurants that Welcome Dogs on Patios:

75 Chestnut, 75 Chestnut St. Boston MA 02108

75 On Libery Wharf, 220 Northern Ave, Boston MA

Dorchester Brewing, 1250 Mass Ave, Boston MA

Tavern of Tales, 1478 Tremont St, Boston MA

Aeronaut Brewery, 267 Western Ave Boston, MA

Long Live Roxbury Taproom, 152 Hampden St Boston, MA

Salty Pig, 130 Dartmouth St Boston, MA

Tip Tap Room, 138 Cambridge St Boston, MA

SRV, 434 Mass Ave Boston, MA

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Shy Bird, 12 Old Colony Ave, Boston, MA

Uni, 370 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA

The Anchor, 36 First Ave, Boston, MA

Yellow Door Taqueria, 354 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA

Bell in Hand, 45-55 Union St Boston, MA

Roundhead Brewing Co, 1 Westinghouse Plaza, Hyde Park Boston, MA

Moonshine, 152 Dorchester Ave Boston, MA

Precinct Kitchen and Bar, 154 Berkeley St Boston MA

Stats Bar and Grill, 77 Dorchester St Boston, MA

Castle Island Brewing, 10 Old Colony Ave Boston, MA

Cisco Beer Garden, 81 Northern Ave Boston MA

Dbar, 1236 Dorchester Ave Dorchester MA

Notch Brewery, 525 Western Ave/1420 Soldiers Fld Road, Boston MA

Lucies, 120 Huntington Ave Boston MA

Fairmont Copley/Oak Long Bar/Kitchen, 138 St James St Boston MA

Monument Tavern, 251 Main St Charlestown, MA

Super Bien, 525 Western Ave Boston, MA 02135

Bob is a native New Englander, growing up (sorta) in Maine where his love for radio started at a young age. While in high school he hosted radio shows on a local radio station, and he has never looked back. Bob joined the US Navy and served onboard the Sixth Fleet Flagship as a radio and TV host. After serving for 3 years, it was off to Emerson College in Boston. Bob hosted shows in Boston on WMEX, WVBF and WSSH in the 80’s and 90’s before heading to radio stations in Raleigh, NC, Manchester, NH, and New York City. Bob has been married for almost 25 years to Carolyn, a Woburn gal and they have 3 daughters, Nicole, Taylor, and Bridget. Bob and Carolyn are proud first-time grandparents to baby Caroline, who they plan to spoil every chance they get! “I started my career in New England and could not be happier to come back to Boston where I can root for all the Boston sports teams and eat lots of lobster rolls and clam chowder (okay not lots)… It is an honor to host the WROR morning show with LBF and wake up the World’s Greatest City!” Bob writes about recipes and restaurants, pop culture and trending topics.