As a father to two girls: When and if it comes to them dating boys (or girls for that matter), yes I’m going to give them some pointers. Like: Ask them what they want! Everyone’s different. Be nice to them and expect them to be nice to you. Talk to them and expect them to talk to you (at least a little bit; everyone’s different). If you love them, let them know you do.

(And if they don’t reciprocate, you can always come back home and regroup.)