Dating a tom-boy kinda girl? Here's help!

She may not wear a short skirt to a party, but still looks super attractive. She may prefer beer mugs over martinis and red shoes over pink sandals. Very much like you, she digs sports, gadgets and has more guy friends than girl pals.
Yes, we're talking about tomboys. Most guys love their gal pals who are so much like them, but what about falling in love with a total tom boy? Why is it that men only opt for sophisticated, high-heeled girls as their partners?
Rajita Chopra, a media person reveals, ���I know many guys who like to be friends with tomboys, but when it comes to dating, they need an arm candy.Thankfully, there are sensible men too, who do not believe in stereotypes. I am a tomboy by choice and my male friends love my company. I think my no-fuss attitude makes me more approachable. A guy doesn���t need to be formal or hesitant before asking me out.���
So, shed your doubts if you are falling for a tomboy. We speak to some men in a confession mode as they reveal why they love dating the girl who's very close to their real selves...
She���s not ���oops my nail broke��� types
Guys, adventure and unpredictability go hand in hand. They feel great when their girl is game for all their plans.
Lalit Sharma, working in a Mumbai-based MNC says, ���I am an adventure sports freak and love bag packing trips. Thank God, my mate also likes similar things. She doesn���t take three days to pack her things for an outdoor trip, doesn���t mind getting her hands dirty while putting up a tent and enjoys bike rides as much as I do. When it comes to looks, she is definitely not ���hot,��� but I am fine with her being ���cute and cool���. I don���t call her a tomboy, but a ���No Tantrum��� girl.���
TOMBOY TAKE: Psychiatrist Dr Sameer Parikh says, ���In a relationship it is very important to enjoy quality time together. It���s a great thing if you have similar interests as it diminishes the chances of disagreements and disappointments. No guy wants a beauty queen, they just wish for a girl who understands them completely, gives them space and is presentable.���
When she says five minutes, she means it
Girls are infamous for taking hours to get ready, but with a tomboy on your side, it might be different.
Rajeev Saxena, a marketing manager says, ���I am glad she doesn���t take forever in choosing what to wear for an evening out. Even when we go out for shopping, she is as fast as I am. And the best part is, she doesn���t spend recklessly on matching shoes, bags, lip colours, earrings etc. All men appreciate good-looking babes, but I think it���s a matter of weeks. If at all times she's overtly conscious about her looks, when will she get the time to listen to me?���
TOMBOY TAKE: Dr Rinku Gupta, a relationship counsellor opines, ���It might sound trivial, but issues like this matter a lot when you are in love. Men get fascinated with ultra glam girls, but for a long term affair they can���t stand a woman who can���t think beyond the spa, shopping or hair extensions.���
Exploring her girlie side
She might have a hard shell, but she is a girl after all. She might take time to open up, but she is also loving and compassionate like other girls.
Tapan Roy, a software engineer claims that the best part about dating a tomboy is when you get to know her softer side. ���I think she���s a girl with several layers. I make her feel special, pamper her like a lady and make her feel comfortable. People think tomboys are always busy having fun that they don���t think about love and emotions. It���s completely untrue. My girl is very passionate. She is a great lover and I am sure will be a great wife and a mother too,��� he adds.
TOMBOY TAKE: Dr Gupta claims, ���Tomboys are also girls and deserve to be treated like one. If you show respect and sensitivity towards them, they will surely reciprocate with the same intensity.���
She speaks my language
Men definitely do not like elaborately mushy talks and discussions over future home and kids. Tomboys are no different.
Manav Rawat, HR consultant says, ���My partner is realistic and straightforward. If she doesn���t like certain things about me, she clearly says so. She doesn���t try to be politically correct always. I feel fortunate as she is not one of those fairy land residents, and rather is practical in life.���
TOMBOY TAKE: Dr Parikh comments, ���Communication is the key in a relationship. It���s definitely blissful if you can be yourself in front of your partner and express your opinions freely. It really helps in strengthening a relationship and maintaining transparency.���
Sailing in fantasy land
Generally, men shy away from sharing their sexual fantasies with their partner, as they are unsure of the female reaction. But if she thinks like you, the task becomes easier.
Sandeep Choudhary, an architect tells, ���We share great chemistry in bed as we freely talk about our desires. I don���t feel scared before revealing what I want, as I know unlike typical girls, my woman will not freak out. Obviously, she also draws a line at times, but I think she is much cooler than the other girls.���
TOMBOY TAKE: ���For men, sex is a means of expressing love and dedication for their partner. If you are too conscious or pretentious between the sheets, you will never be able to attain pleasure. So it���s necessary to be open with your partner and firm about your likes and dislikes,��� Dr Parikh concludes.